Magic and CaTEReX evaluation sheet for accomplishment
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Basically if you want to identify the tasks that will be the best for you to do to accomplish your goals you will need to:
MAGIC Analysis Framework
MAGIC is an evaluation framework used to assess the effectiveness and value of productivity tactics, habits, or approaches. It helps determine which methods offer the highest return on investment for your time and effort.
The Five Components of MAGIC
M - Magnitude of Impact
How significant is the outcome of this tactic? This measures the scale of positive change produced when implementing the approach.
Evaluates the size and significance of results
Considers transformative potential
Measures tangible outcomes regardless of goals
A - Alignment with Goals
How directly does this tactic advance your key objectives? This evaluates whether the approach supports your strategic priorities.
Assesses relevance to your specific priorities
Measures how directly the tactic contributes to objectives
Considers strategic fit within your overall system
G - Growth Potential
Does this tactic create opportunities for future value? This considers whether implementing the approach builds skills or creates systems that enable additional progress.
Evaluates compounding benefits over time
Considers skill development opportunities
Measures potential for expanding capabilities
I - Identifiability
How reliably does this tactic deliver its intended results? This measures the consistency and dependability of achieving the promised benefits.
Assesses reliability of outcomes
Considers measurability and trackability
Evaluates clarity of cause-effect relationship
C - Consistency Factor
Can this tactic be applied consistently over time? This evaluates the sustainability of the approach and its potential for creating lasting habits.
Measures ease of maintenance
Assesses integration into routine
Evaluates long-term sustainability
Scoring and Interpretation
Each dimension is rated on a scale from 0-5, with a total possible score of 25 points. Higher scores indicate more valuable tactics:
20-25: Exceptional Tactics - High-value approaches worth building your system around
15-19: Strong Tactics - Reliable methods with good balance of benefits
10-14: Situational Tactics - Moderate value with significant limitations
5-9: Questionable Tactics - Limited value relative to effort required
0-4: Ineffective Tactics - Negligible or negative value
CaTEReX Analysis Framework
CaTEReX is an evaluation framework used to assess the effort and resources required for a particular task or habit. It helps determine which methods demand significant investment and allows for better planning and resource allocation.
The Five Dimensions of CaTEReX
C - Complexity
How structurally difficult is the task? This measures the skills, reasoning, and decision-making required, independent of who is performing it.
Evaluates the inherent difficulty of the task structure
Considers skills and decision-making required
Helps anticipate potential challenges before execution
T - Time
How much duration is necessary to complete the task? This includes planning, execution, and potential revisions, accounting for both continuous effort and dispersed work sessions.
Assesses required duration for completion
Accounts for planning and execution phases
Critical for scheduling and resource allocation
E - Energy
How much mental and physical effort is required? This captures attention demands, mental stamina, and the capacity to manage distractions or cognitive fatigue.
Measures cognitive and physical demands
Evaluates sustainability of mental focus
Helps inform pacing and task sequencing
R - Resources
What tools, materials, technology, or human support are needed? This evaluates the accessibility, cost, and adequacy of these external supports.
Identifies necessary external supports
Considers financial, material, and human resources
Helps ensure feasibility and sustainability
X - Experience
What is your historical experience with similar tasks? This includes lessons learned, familiarity, skill retention, and any past obstacles or successes.
Reflects past performance with similar tasks
Considers lessons learned and momentum
Improves predictability and operational confidence
Scoring and Interpretation
Each dimension is rated on a scale from 0-5, with a total possible score of 25 points. Higher scores indicate more demanding tasks:
0-5: Minimal Effort - Tasks requiring very little mental, temporal, or resource investment
6-10: Low Effort - Tasks that demand some attention but remain relatively straightforward
11-15: Moderate Effort - Tasks requiring deliberate focus and planning
16-20: High Effort - Challenging tasks that demand significant commitment across multiple dimensions
21-25: Extreme Effort - Major undertakings that consume substantial resources
CaTEReX Analysis
CaTEReX
Score Interpretation
MAGIC Score Interpretation
20-25: Exceptional Tactic - High-value approach worth building your system around
15-19: Strong Tactic - Reliable method with good balance of benefits
10-14: Situational Tactic - Moderate value with significant limitations
5-9: Questionable Tactic - Limited value relative to effort required
0-4: Ineffective Tactic - Negligible or negative value
CaTEReX Score Interpretation
0-5: Minimal Effort - Very little investment required
6-10: Low Effort - Straightforward tasks that fit easily into workflow
11-15: Moderate Effort - Requires deliberate focus and planning
16-20: High Effort - Significant commitment across multiple dimensions
21-25: Extreme Effort - Major undertaking consuming substantial resources