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The James Altucher Show

The Ultimate Guide to Making Good Decisions

Jul 11, 2023
01:15:52

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Quick takeaways

  • Simplify short-term decisions to conserve mental energy and prioritize critical choices.
  • Evaluate expected value for long-term decisions like education and career to guide decision-making.

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Short-term Decision-making Framework - Simplifying Choices

In making short-term decisions, it's vital to simplify choices to avoid decision overload. By establishing simple rules like choosing the same meal every day or wearing a standard outfit, you save mental energy for more critical decisions. Choosing questions over opinions in conversations and applying the 'hell yeah or no' philosophy helps prioritize activities and promote learning.

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