This document discusses different levels of perspective when designing the future, including vision, mental models, systems and structures, and patterns of behavior. It provides examples of techniques for developing vision and shared mental models, such as classic brainstorming, 10-4 voting, and consensus building. The document also discusses how mental models are key to leadership, and cites research showing that praising intelligence leads to avoiding challenges, while praising effort and progress boosts achievement and self-esteem. Developing new mental models could impact systems and structures. Leadership involves setting vision and developing shared mental models, while management deals with systems, structures and events.