Inner Edge Capability™ Mental Operating System Diagnostic Quiz
This diagnostic quiz focuses exclusively on your [Mental Operating System]. It contains 20 behaviour-based questions designed to help individuals or 360 reviewers assess levels of competency across this specific Operating System of the Inner Edge Capability™ Framework.
Instructions
This assessment is designed for both self-assessment and 360 feedback. Please read carefully:
Respondents:
Rate each statement based on consistent, observable behaviour, not intentions or aspirations.
Scoring Guidance:
1. Always: Behaviour is consistently demonstrated, even under pressure and in challenging situations. 2. Often: Behaviour appears in most situations but may lapse under stress or complexity. 3. Sometimes: Behaviour is emerging or situation-dependent. 4. Rarely: Behaviour is rarely demonstrated or only in ideal conditions
For 360 reviewers::
Please rate based on observable behaviours, not your perception of the person's potential or personality. Please Focus on what you have consistently seen them do, especially in typical or stressful circumstances.
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Mental Operating Systme
Mental OS assesses your ability to observe, manage, and elevate your thinking patterns. It explores how you develop clarity under pressure, shift unhelpful thought patterns, make strategic decisions, and influence how others think and solve problems.
Mental OS - Level 1: Cognitive Awareness:
Awareness of your thought patterns and mental habits, recognizing when thinking is reactive, narrow, or unhelpful.
1. I notice when my thoughts are clouded by emotions or assumptions.
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2. I recognise recurring thought patterns that hold me back.
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3. I’m aware of how stress or fatigue influences my thinking.
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4. I can observe my thoughts without immediately reacting.
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5. I reflect on how my thinking shapes my decisions.
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Mental OS Level 2: Intentional Thinking (Agility)
The ability to intentionally manage and redirect your thinking in real-time, moving from reactive to reflective thought processes.
6. I pause before reacting in emotionally charged situations.
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1 is Rarely, 4 is Always
7. I deliberately shift my thinking when I notice unhelpful patterns.
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8. I apply reframing techniques to sustain clarity when challenges arise.
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1 is Rarely, 4 is Always
9. I intentionally redirect my thought patterns to regain focus.
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10. I consciously move from reactive thoughts to strategic thinking when under pressure.
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Mental OS Level 3: Strategic Thinking:
Applying structured, clear, and forward-thinking strategies to solve complex problems and make well-informed decisions.
11. I align my actions with long-term goals.
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1 is Rarely, 4 is Always
12. I break complex challenges into manageable parts.
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1 is Rarely, 4 is Always
13. I think ahead and anticipate risks before acting.
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1 is Rarely, 4 is Always
14. I compare options with clear reasoning before deciding.
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1 is Rarely, 4 is Always
15. I consider the wider impact of my decisions on others and systems.
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1 is Rarely, 4 is Always
Mental OS Level 4: Transformative Thinking
Influencing others’ thinking, fostering mental clarity in your teams, and enabling systemic, innovative thought patterns across your leadership environment.
16. I help others clarify their thinking through reflective questions.
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1 is Rarely, 4 is Always
17. I challenge assumptions to unlock innovative thinking.
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1 is Rarely, 4 is Always
18. I bring mental clarity to complex discussions.
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1 is Rarely, 4 is Always
19. I help others shift out of unhelpful thinking patterns.
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1 is Rarely, 4 is Always
20. I model deep, systems-level thinking to inspire growth.
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1 is Rarely, 4 is Always
Overall score for Mental OS Level 1
Overall score for Mental OS Level 2
Overall score for Mental OS Level 3
Overall score for Mental OS Level 4
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