# Basics of Ascending

We are what we value. \
What we value, we seek. \
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What we seek, we learn. \
What we learn, we apply. \
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What we apply, we do. \
What we do, we accomplish \
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What we acomplish, is reality.

### Ascend Paths

2 paths: 

1. **Problem Solver |** Delivering Value\
   Competence associated is the ability to deliver value. This is the majority of the team.<br>
2. **Problem See-er** | Unlocking Value\
   Competence associated is the ability to increase business scale.

Each with the following levels:

1. Level 1: Autonomy
2. Level 2: Mastery
3. Level 3: Purpose
4. Level 4: Genius

[**DEEP DIVE**](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18VyIU74VTjJ9m1lkchmo_aAn5KN3GkpSpjbOH_QiZGM/edit?via_commande=true#gid=0)<br>

### T shape players

Every role on every path requires a [T shape player.](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/value-t-shaped-people-mitchell-platt)\
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Both see-ers and solvers require specific (and general) knowledge of their domain. See-ers additionally also require knowledge of discovering, executing and delivering new value.<br>

The difference between the 2 paths lies in the view of certainty in their mind. \
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See-er path embraces chaos and uncertainty. Solver path is more benign.\
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See-er is always looking into darkness and discovering vision along the way.\
Solver fuels the machine.

### Layers of Ascend

*We are what we value.* \
*What we value, we seek.* \
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1\. **Belief System**\
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All change germinates from the belief system.&#x20;

We associate based on these shared values. That includes dissociating when it isn't shared anymore. We call them [A-player attributes](https://playbook.thevantageproject.com/starting/a-player) in the team.

We commit to equipping A-player with all that they need to succeed.  Through ceiling-less opportunities to entice audacity, dopamine incentives to drive motivation, and mental models to build ability.

The commitment is not of self-transformation. Discovering your alignment with these attributes is your path.

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\&#xNAN;*What we seek, we learn.* \
*What we learn, we apply.* \
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**2. Mental Models**\
Lens that our mind forms based on our beliefs. \ <br>

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\&#xNAN;*What we apply, we do.* \
*What we do, we accomplish* \
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**3. Competence** \
State of mind applied with discipline.<br>

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\&#xNAN;*What we acomplish, is reality.*\
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**4. Output**\
Reality check of competence.

This is what we use to trigger ascend. That makes every individual's growth permissionless, aim-able, and trustless.

[**DEEP DIVE**](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18VyIU74VTjJ9m1lkchmo_aAn5KN3GkpSpjbOH_QiZGM/edit?via_commande=true#gid=0)