Cognitive Scaffold

Preparing your thinking workspace

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MENTAL MODEL · M8926

Like a Tiger with Wings

Like a Tiger with Wings
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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-28

CORE DEFINITION

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SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

psychology

Reduce cognitive load

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anchor

Anchor fast decisions

Adding complementary capabilities on top of existing strengths produces a multiplicative rather than additive effect. The strong get stronger; the marginal benefit of multiplying a long board by an incremental capability far exceeds that of shoring up weaknesses. When resources are scarce, prioritize strengthening the long board rather than spreading efforts evenly.

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