Subtypes

Theorist (LII)

Mastermind

Dominating subtype
ChallengingDeferring
OpeningSecuring

System as strategy. It builds one rigorous model and plays a long game with it, anticipates opponents several moves ahead, and defends the structure without flinching. It is cold and principled, and it tolerates no inconsistency.

Seeks
Control through correct structure
Avoids
Being outthought
In a team
The long-range plan
Trap
Rigidity and ruthlessness

Where it works

  • Strategy consulting
  • Systems architecture
  • Policy design
  • Competition law
  • Game-theoretic analysis