Maxwell Leadership Podcast

Making Great Decisions (Part 1)

Mar 6, 2024

Explore the art of making great decisions with John Maxwell, Mark Cole, and Traci Morrow. Learn how successful people prioritize decisions and the impact of courageous choices. Discover the importance of effective decision-making in personal growth and leadership. Gain insights into navigating the complexity of decision-making for leaders and teaching children organizational skills. Dive into the significance of delegation and task prioritization in leadership.

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Traci Morrow

Mark Cole

John Maxwell

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Quick takeaways

Once a decision is made, stop worrying and start working - William James.

Successful people make right decisions early and manage those decisions daily - John Maxwell.

Deep dives

The Importance of Managing Decisions

Making good decisions and managing them well is crucial. The podcast emphasizes that turning good decisions into great ones requires effective management post-decision. The speaker shares a personal example of his marriage, highlighting that consistently managing decisions over time can transform them from good to great. The distinction between decision-making and decision-managing is underscored, with a focus on the importance of the latter for long-term success.

Introduction

3min

Mastering the Art of Decision-Making

9min

Exploring Effective Decision Making and Personal Growth

3min

Navigating the Complexity of Decision-Making for Leaders

16min

Teaching Children to Make Lists for Better Organization and Productivity

1min

Effective Decision-Making and Delegation in Leadership

5min

The better the decisions you make, the more impact you will have in your life and in the lives of those you lead. This week, John Maxwell, Mark Cole, and Traci Morrow begin a new two-part series on Making Great Decisions. They discuss how to make great decisions and how to prioritize your decisions; then, next week, they dive into common traps of decision-making.

Key Takeaways:

- “Once a decision is made, stop worrying and start working.” -William James

- “Successful people make right decisions early and manage those decisions daily.” –John Maxwell

- “Whenever you see a successful business, someone made a courageous decision.” -Peter Drucker

Our BONUS resource for this series is the “Making Great Decisions Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Decisions and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.”

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