1. I think about how my decisions will influence me. |
2. I think about how the choices I make will shape my outcomes. |
3. I think about the consequences of my actions for me. |
4. I think about how others’ decisions will influence me. |
5. I think about how the choices others make will shape my outcomes. |
6. I think about the consequences of others’ actions for me. |
7. I think about how my decisions will influence other people. |
8. I think about how the choices I make will influence others. |
9. I think about the consequences of my actions for others. |
10. I think about how others’ decisions will influence them. |
11. I think about how the choices others make will shape their outcomes. |
12. I think about the consequences of others’ actions for them. |
The 12-item Strategic Thinking Scale
When deciding [fill in decision context]:
Note: Items 1-3 capture the egocentric orientation; items 4-6 capture the dependency orientation; items 7-9 capture the impact orientation; items 10-12 capture the altercentric orientation.
References
Halevy, N. (2020). Strategic thinking and behavior during a pandemic. Judgment & Decision Making, 15(5), 648-659.
Vani, P., Alzahawi, S., Dannals, J. & Halevy, N. (2022). Strategic mindsets and support for social change: Impact mindset explains support for Black Lives Matter across racial groups. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin.