Changing Minds with Owen Fitzpatrick

How to Make Better Decisions Part One

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Aug 7, 2023
Delve into the fascinating realm of decision-making and learn about various styles like autocratic, democratic, and consultative. Understand how cognitive biases and emotions shape our choices, often leading us astray. Explore the importance of context and the art of questioning assumptions. Discover the psychological principles that empower clearer judgment and effective communication, enabling more informed decisions in your personal and professional life. Plus, insights on overcoming biases for better outcomes.
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INSIGHT

Four Decision-Making Styles

  • There are four main decision-making styles: autocratic, consultative, democratic, and consensus.
  • Each style suits different contexts such as urgency, relationship importance, and need for input.
INSIGHT

Levels of Decision-Making

  • Decision-making occurs at operational, tactical, and strategic levels with different impacts.
  • Knowing the level helps determine who should decide and how much time to invest.
ADVICE

Essential Decision-Making Skills

  • Develop skills in analysis, intuition, reasoning, judgment, and communication for better decisions.
  • Communicate not just the decision but also why it was made to enable learning and replication.
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