What Decision Making Styles Are You Using?

By Zoe Smith


Do you want to know the secret of great leaders? It is how they come to a conclusion and implement the decisions that they make. What is a success after all but a series of good decisions that a visionary boldly and determinedly makes? Find out the different decision making styles and how you can be a great leader today.

There are many articles that will tell you how to reach a good decision. There is actually no right or wrong way, only a variety of approaches whose efficacy is dependent on the situation you are faced with. Understand that good leaders do not delay and act decisively. They also know how to adjust and adapt when need be.

1. Decisive. These are usually the people who have gained a higher self awareness and have a finely tuned gut feel for situations that they face. They are able to decide with even limited information and immediately set about in creating and performing the steps needed to fulfill their goal. They seldom change their minds and stick to their original choice at all times.

2. Flexible. Flexible individuals are not as stubborn in holding on to the original plan. They are flexible and are able to flow easily from one transition to the next when new information or situation arises. Small business owners often belong to this particular category.

3. Integrative. Integrative decision makers are individuals who collect as much data as they can about the matter. They study all the information they have and seldom select just one solution. They usually have several options that they study analytically.

4. Hierarchical. These decision makers are similar to integrative decision makers in making sure they collect large amounts of information regarding the problem or situation; however they differ by selecting only one decision that they feel is the best one. They are oftentimes extensive in their preparations in the execution of their decisions.

Each decision style has its own pros and cons. There are times that you really must take the time to study and deliberate over all the possible ways of solving a problem before you can come to an effective conclusion. This process might seem to be too time consuming for some. While one must never procrastinate and delay, study and thorough deliberation have helped many reach a sound decision.

If you are more experienced and trust your gut more, a quick and resolute decision has made the fortunes of many accomplished individuals. Do not be reckless in your pursuit of success, but understand the situation and act accordingly.

Effective communication is also invaluable to having success. You will always be around people and improving your assertive communication skills is an essential tool in good leadership. There is no ceiling to what you can do if you are able to express your objectives and inspire cooperation within your team to collectively work towards the goal.

Which of the abovementioned decision making styles do you adhere to? Discover which one you are and find out how you can progress and enjoy a better quality of life today.




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