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MENTAL MODEL · M1373

Slope of Enlightenment

Slope of Enlightenment
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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30

CORE DEFINITION

After the trough of disillusionment, with the introduction of second and third generation products, enterprises begin to truly understand the applicable scenarios and limitations of the technology, best practices become widespread, and technology adoption rates steadily recover.

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

psychology

Reduce cognitive load

Steady growth. At this stage, do not tell stories; present case studies. This is the golden age for doers.

anchor

Anchor fast decisions

The Slope of Enlightenment metaphorically represents the steep cognitive climb and frustration during the initial learning phase, after which one enters a plateau.

MINIMUM ACTION

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Source support: Explicit

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