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The art of making decisions

Decision-making is a skill

In the video signpost, you learned how we, as people, make difficult decisions. But how does this translate in an organization where the objectives are not our own?

Consider the following questions:

1. How much does your personal decision-making style affect the choices you make as a manager?
2. How can you avoid making bad decisions?
3. Is decision-making different when groups are involved?

Read the following sections from the Principles of Management book available from Saylor Academy:

1. Read Section 11.3 of Chapter 11, to learn more about common decision-making mistakes and how to avoid them.
2. Read Section 11.5 of Chapter 11, to learn more about project premortems.
3. Read Section 11.4 of Chapter 11, to learn more about making decisions as a group.