Questioning past decisions?

Questioning past decisions?

I have never been accused of being indecisive. I rarely second-guess previous choices. Yet I sometimes wonder if there would be merit in being more thorough in my analysis of the quality of my decisions. This was brought front-of-mind when I read the HBR article Stop...
The wisdom of sleeping on a decision

The wisdom of sleeping on a decision

Being decisive is an important leadership skill. It’s also good leadership to make that big decision tomorrow, rather than right now. Not only will you avoid impulsive decisions, you’ll also get input from your unconscious mind. Martha Lagace interviewed...
Decisions: Are they really logical?

Decisions: Are they really logical?

The global economic crisis was created, at least in part, by a tremendous number of bad decisions. Most of these fateful judgments were made by smart, professional people. A few were the result of incredible greed and short-term thinking. But for the most part, the...
Being decisive…or maybe not

Being decisive…or maybe not

In 50 DOs for Everyday Leadership* we talk about the importance of making decisions when they are needed. (That would be DO#6 for those of you are are wise to the DOs.) Being decisive is not only a strategic part of the “leader job;” it’s a big part...