Overcoming Analysis Paralysis
Analysis paralysis is a perplexing scenario where, despite diligently gathering information, weighing options, and employing critical thinking frameworks, individuals find themselves unable to make the final decision. It’s akin to being caught in a decision-making quagmire, where the abundance of information leads to indecision rather than clarity. This situation often arises from an overwhelming fear […]
Decision Hygiene Checklist: Mastering Unbiased Leadership Decisions
A decision hygiene checklist is a structured and purposeful approach to ensuring that a decision-making process remains unbiased and consistent. It also prevents early influence on others. A good example is Amazon’s interviewing technique where each individual conducts the interview without the groups inputs following a set of pre-scripted standardised questions and they make their […]
Where Accuracy Lives
‘Where Accuracy Lives’ revolves around understanding the nuances of personal (inside) and external (outside) views to arrive at the ‘reality’ or the most accurate understanding of a situation. This exercise is particularly powerful in allowing you to take a step back, to consider different perspectives and then reflect on what you learn from the exercise […]
7 So-Whats: Consequences of Actions
Decision-making requires a strategic lens that goes beyond immediate solutions. The “So What?” or “And Then What?” analysis approach is a powerful tool that encourages leaders to consider the implications and consequences of their potential solutions. This ‘7 So-Whats: Consequences of Actions’ methodology is simple and adaptable, making it a versatile tool for improved decision-making, encouraging […]
Changing Your Lens
“Changing Your Lens,” is a powerful tool and approach that can transform the way we tackle problems. This concept revolves around the idea of altering our perspective to address challenges more effectively. In this article, we’ll unpack how it can benefit leaders and managers in navigating complex situations. “To change ourselves effectively, we first had […]
The Decision Making Tree
The Decision Making Tree, developed by Victor Vroom and Philip Yetton, is a practical tool that assists leaders in identifying and choosing the most appropriate decision-making style for different situations. This model is particularly relevant for those in senior roles who often face complex decisions impacting various stakeholders. The Decision Making Tree is a valuable […]
The 5 Whys: Root Cause Analysis
In this article, we’ll explore the significance of the 5 Whys Root Cause Analysis problem-solving tool, its applications, and how it can benefit leaders and managers in various organisational contexts. “The most serious mistakes are not being made as a result of wrong answers. The truly dangerous thing is asking the wrong question.” Peter Drucker […]
The Impact of Fast Firing: Rebuilding Trust and Ensuring Fairness in the Workplace
Trust has been top of mind this month and I found this episode on ‘The Impacts of Fast Firing’ from Charles Feltman and Ila Edgar’s podcast ‘Trust on Purpose’ particularly thought-provoking. We’ve all heard the phrase ‘Hire Slow. Fire Fast,’ and on the surface, it appears to be a practical approach to employee recruitment and […]
9 Critical Thinking Tools for Better Decision Making
This article shares an overview of 9 critical thinking tools you can use as a leader or manager when making decisions for your organisation or team. I have written a more in-depth article on each of the tools and you will find links to those articles below. “A great many people think they are thinking […]
A Simple Yet Powerful Decision-Making Framework for Leaders in 6 Steps
Mastering decision making is a necessary skill for any good leader. But making decisions is often more challenging than we think it might be. Let’s look at a decision making framework for leaders to make the process more effective. The Importance Of Making Decisions Consciously It’s estimated that the average adult makes more than 35,000 […]