Measures: How do you organize and direct your reasoning?

• Level 1: Reactive

  • Definition: Thought is a direct response to external stimuli, without a prior plan.
  • Practical Example: "My friends are going to the beach, so I'm going too."

• Level 2: Sequential

  • Definition: A simple linear plan or a list of steps to follow is created or followed.
  • Practical Example: "For the trip: 1st Buy the ticket, 2nd Book the hotel, 3rd Pack the suitcase."

• Level 3: Tactical

  • Definition: Specific strategies are used to optimize a short-term outcome.
  • Practical Example: "I'm buying the ticket on a Tuesday to get it cheaper and using my credit card points for the hotel. This way, I optimize the budget for this trip."

• Level 4: Strategic

  • Definition: There is a comprehensive, long-term plan that considers multiple variables and contingencies.
  • Practical Example: "I've designed a travel route through several cities, optimizing transportation between them and balancing the total budget so it covers the entire itinerary."

• Level 5: Architectural

  • Definition: It's not just about planning a sequence of events, but designing the complete experience and the framework in which it unfolds.
  • Practical Example: "I've designed an itinerary that is not only efficient but also manages the group's energy levels, balances culture with leisure, and ensures the overall experience is memorable. I'm not planning a trip; I'm designing a memory."