3 Ways to Become a Better Decision Maker

January 24, 2017 Teresa Clark

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Being a good decision maker can help you in both business and life. It’s been said that highly confident people make decisions clearly and stick to them, rather than changing their minds or being indecisive. Even if decision-making doesn’t come naturally to you, it is a skill you can build. Here are three tips to help you:

Start small – Making small everyday decisions will help you accomplish the bigger goal. Small decisions, such as what to order at a restaurant, should not be underestimated. Here’s how to start – the next time you’re eating out, look at the menu and decide what you’d like to eat. Then put down the menu and don’t change your mind. Don’t ask your companions what they’re having and base your decision on that. Make your own decision and then stick to it. Small steps like this can be empowering and can help you tackle bigger decisions in the future.

Approach decision logically – Many of us make decisions with our emotions rather than with logic. In business this can spell disaster. One way to approach decisions in a logical manner is to make a list of pros and cons. Logically think through the list and then make your decision. This way you can leave emotions out of the equation and concentrate purely on the facts.

Cut yourself some slack – Even the pros don’t always make the right choices! Realize that effectively making decisions takes confidence, but your decisions may not always be the right ones. If you happen to make the wrong decision, give yourself a break. Take comfort in the fact that you thought out your decision clearly and logically and made the best choice possible at the time.

Being a good decision maker takes time and practice. However, it’s a worthwhile skill to develop. Making decisions regularly will help build your confidence and also help people know where they stand with you – two great entrepreneurial qualities.