MENTAL MODEL · M0727

Four Forms of Leverage

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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30

CORE DEFINITION

Four tools to amplify effort: 1. Labor (other people's time); 2. Capital (other people's money); 3. Code (robots with zero marginal cost); 4. Media (content with zero marginal cost). Scaffolding role: multiply effectiveness. In modern society, wealth is no longer created by 'selling time'. Shift as early as possible from the first two (old leverage) to the latter two (new leverage, permissionless).

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

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Multiply effectiveness. In modern society, wealth is no longer created by 'selling time'. Shift as early as possible from the first two (old leverage) to the latter two (new leverage, permissionless).

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Four forms of leverage refer to four types of forces that amplify individual output: labor leverage (managing people), capital leverage (using money), code leverage (writing software), and media leverage (creating works/content). The latter two are 'permissionless' leverage with near-zero marginal cost, best suited for individuals to amplify their impact.

MINIMUM ACTION

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Practice this model in one real situation:

Take stock of the types of leverage you have or can accumulate
prioritize accumulating 'permissionless' code and media leverage
use capital to amplify existing advantages
avoid being consumed by low-leverage busywork
make your output replicable.

Check to track your progress (stored locally)

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