A520.3.1_RB_Decision Making_Wathen_Sandra

A520.3.1_RB_Decision Making_Wathen_Sandra

It is essential for effective decision making, that I must understand my style of decision making so that I can make the best choices and decisions.  I need to gain confidence in my decision making by evaluating alternatives.  I need to be confident of my choices by using positive decision making strategies; what feels right for me.  I need to consider trade-off and short/long-term affects on my potential decisions. I need to evaluate criticism before making decisions as I may reconsider my mindset. 

I need to recognize when decisions are complex or important as to chart out options.  Gaining confidence by evaluating alternatives for positive decision strategies.  They are described by 5 steps:

1 – Define the goal, what to accomplish and objectives

2 – Assess the alternatives

3 – Gather the Information

4 – Assess the consequences and evaluate sources

5 – Establish a Plan of Action (PoA) to Achieve Goals

Another important factor is for me not to procrastinate, make decisions based on time management.  An additional factor is that I must remind myself that uncertainty is a product of the decision outcome.  No one can ever be sure of the outcome and people typically desire certainty.  I must become comfortable with the fact that there is no such thing as certainty with my decision making.  However, I must be confident in my decision making while clearly and identifying evaluating alternatives and concentration on positive decision strategies. 

There are different management styles to decision making.  Some of the key words that are identified for styles are:

·         Cautious

·         Risk Taking

·         Intuitive

·         Logical

·         Influenced by Others

·         Self-Motivated

·         Emotional

·         Rational

·         Passive

·         Active

·         Quiet

·         Assertive

My Style is primarily is combined with Intuitive and Active.  I strive to think “outside the box” and am very proactive with implementation of solutions.  I look for direction that feels right or comfortable for me.  I research alternatives that feel right – having insight that fits my personality.  I usually have goals, assess the alternatives and develop an action plan; no using the linear process.

If I use opposite words that I am comfortable with I feel that my best decision making will be compromised.  This will be due to losing confidence in my strategy approach to decision making based on my personality type.