The Protagonist
Plot Armor
You are the main character. You rally the troops with a speech, you find the key at the last second, and the zombie trips right before biting you. It's not strategy; it's narrative force.
Core Strengths
Where your natural cognitive patterns excel.
Charisma
People want you to succeed.
Hope
You never give up.
Improvisation
Making it up as you go.
Growth Curve
Opportunities to expand your thinking.
Skill Acquisition
Luck runs out. Competence lasts. Build some hard skills to back up your charisma.
Action Plan
- Pick one technical skill to learn this quarter
- Don't rely on charm to get out of trouble
- Study the details of your field
Risk Assessment
Just because you survived before doesn't mean it was safe. Learn to calculate odds.
Action Plan
- Ask 'What is the worst case scenario?'
- Have a Plan B that doesn't rely on a miracle
- Listen to the 'Risk Avoiders' in your life
Acknowledging Support
You are the hero, but you didn't get here alone. Recognize the team.
Action Plan
- Publicly credit those who helped you
- Ask 'How can I support you?' for a change
- Be the sidekick sometimes
Optimal Environments
Roles where your cognitive style thrives.
Influencer
Living the life.
Sales
Charm offensive.
Politician
Narrative control.
Archetype Examples
Harry Potter
Survived by luck and friends.
Ferris Bueller
Charmed life.
Discovery Continues
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