951: LEADERSHIP STRATEGIES: 4 Questions to Ask Before Making a Decision

Have you ever found yourself staring down a big decision, maybe making a move, a new job offer, a promotion, or even staying in a role that no longer fits — and thought, “How do I know if this is the right move?”

In this episode, I walk you through four powerful questions I ask myself (and my clients) before making a big personal or professional decision. These questions help cut through the noise, slow down the overthinking spiral, and get you grounded in what you truly want and need.

I will walk you through these questions, applying them to an example from my personal life, and then use a professional example that will likely be familiar to you. This episode will help you become a better decision maker and action taker, providing objective clarity to get you through tough decisions. Being able to make value-aligned decisions, guided by simple questions, will enhance your leadership, save you a ton of decision fatigue and mental energy, and open up space for you to do more of your best work. 

In this episode, you will learn:

• The question I ask that always brings me back to clarity

• How to assess if a decision is additive or draining

• Why getting honest about the costs of a yes is just as important as the benefits

• How to make choices from purpose, not pressure

Whether you’re weighing a big move or a small shift, this episode will help you trust yourself more in the process.

Links Mentioned:

• Register for Sara’s October Influence & Ignite Retreat for Women Business Owners: saradean.com/retreat
• Hire me to speak: saradean.com/speaking
• Coach with me: https://saradean.com/executive-coaching-services
• Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saradeanspeaks
• Watch Shameless Leadership episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@saradeanspeaks

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