What does decision-making require?
Reasoning, processing information, using intuition, asking questions, analyzing potential outcomes, and more are all required to make a good decision.
Why are decisions needed?
Decisions are needed both for tackling the problems as well as for taking maximum advantages of the opportunities available. Correct decisions reduce complexities, uncertainties and diversities of the organisational environments.
How do we make decisions?
7 steps of the decision-making process
- Identify the decision.
- Gather relevant info.
- Identify the alternatives.
- Weigh the evidence.
- Choose among the alternatives.
- Take action.
- Review your decision.
What makes a good decision?
A good decision is one that is made deliberately and thoughtfully, considers and includes all relevant factors, is consistent with the individual’s philosophy and values, and can be explained clearly to significant others.
What do you need to know about decision making?
Decisions need to be capable of being implemented, whether on a personal or organisational level. You do, therefore, need to be committed to the decision personally, and be able to persuade others of its merits.
What happens when you do not have enough information to make a decision?
If you do not have enough information, it can feel like you are making a decision without any basis. Take some time to gather the necessary data to inform your decision, even if the timescale is very tight. If necessary, prioritise your information-gathering by identifying which information will be most important to you.
What are some decisions that require little thought?
Some decisions are completely innate and require very little thought. Deciding what to wear, what to eat for lunch or which route to take to work are not the type of life-altering decisions that people dwell on.
When to include children in the decision making process?
When faced with decisions that impact other people, include them in the decision-making process. Obviously the decision making abilities must be age appropriate, but even youngsters can be included in a family decision and allowed to provide their input.