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altitude-horizon-framework

Diagnose role transition gaps using altitude and horizon mental models.

Updated Apr 12, 2026
Search Tags:#leadership#career development#mental models#role transition#organizational strategy
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npx skills add https://github.com/MaxKlat29/claude-setup --skill altitude-horizon-framework-maxklat29
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Skill: altitude-horizon-framework
Source: https://github.com/MaxKlat29/claude-setup/tree/main/skills/product-manager-skills/skills/altitude-horizon-framework
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MaxKlat29/claude-setup --skill altitude-horizon-framework-maxklat29

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps product managers and leaders understand the mental shift required to move from PM to Director by applying altitude and horizon thinking.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Mental Model Framework: Uses the altitude-horizon axes to differentiate roles and identify growth areas.
  • Diagnosis and Coaching: Guides users to diagnose their transition gaps and practice cascading organizational clarity.
  • Use Case: A senior PM seeks to understand how to scale their influence and move into strategic planning; this Skill provides a mental map to guide that transition.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to explain how to differentiate PM and Director thinking using altitude and horizon axes.

Frequently Asked Questions about altitude-horizon-framework

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I transition from PM to Director and scale my strategic influence?▼

The altitude and horizon axes map role differentiation by shifting your perspective from execution to strategic altitude, enabling you to practice cascading organizational clarity across leadership levels.

What is the difference between PM and Director thinking in product management?▼

The difference between PM and Director thinking involves applying altitude and horizon axes to differentiate roles, diagnosing transition gaps to evolve leadership skills and scale influence across organizational levels.

How can I diagnose my leadership transition gaps for career development?▼

Diagnose leadership transition gaps by applying the altitude-horizon mental model framework to evaluate your current organizational dynamics, role differentiation, and strategic thinking capabilities against director-level expectations.

Do I need prior organizational strategy experience to use altitude and horizon models?▼

Yes, understanding organizational dynamics, strategic thinking, and role differentiation is required to effectively apply altitude and horizon mental models for management transitions and strategic growth.

Can mental models help with cascading organizational context during a role transition?▼

Mental models help with cascading organizational context by providing an altitude-horizon map that guides diagnosing gaps, applying cascading clarity, and evolving leadership skills for strategic role transitions.

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