EXCEPTIONAL LEADERS...
Are Willing to Make Tough Decisions

Values Beliefs Traits Emotions “In any moment of decision, the best thing is to do the right thing, the next best thing is to do the wrong thing, and the worst thing to do is nothing.” –Theodore Roosevelt

It can be difficult to know the right time to make a decision—but at the same time, not making a decision is in fact a decision.

Many times the most difficult decisions are not about money, but are about people. For instance, it can be particularly difficult to terminate or transfer an employee due concern that we are doing others harm or that we may be second guessed by other authorities.

It can be tough making decisions that negatively impact others, contain a high level          of  risk, or reverse previous decisions.

Exceptional Leaders have the courage to make the decisions necessary to move their organizations forward.

? Thought Provoker

  • Are there areas where you may be postponing making a tough decision?
  • Why are you waiting?
  • What are the consequences of your not making a decision?
  • Is there concern about timing? What conditions will have to exist for you to know the time is right?
  • Do you need to enlist others to get their support? What and with whom do you need to communicate?
  • Does your heart tell you to not do it and your head tell you to do it? Maybe your head says do it and your gut says don't do it. How will you get them aligned?
 

Either make the decision now or set a specific time in the future to make the decision. Put it on your calendar.

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