Decision Making for Dummies

Learn to:* Grasp the impact of decisions on workplace trust and professional credibility* Use change in the business environment to gain opportunities* Communicate particularly sensitive decisionsDiscover the best approaches for making business decisionsDecision Making For Dummies is a hands-on resource that helps leaders understand the impact of their choices--not only on business, but also on their credibility and reputation. Written for managers, business owners, and anyone who makes tough decisions at work, this guide will help you figure out how to choose your actions wisely and confidently.* Decisions, decisions -- understand the big-picture pressures on decision-makers, uncover the key ingredients in effective decisions, and get to know the effect of company culture on decision-making* Mirror, mirror on the wall -- discover the value of connecting personal growth to effective decision-making, raising self-awareness for better decisions, and learning from mistakes and unintended consequences* The nitty gritty -- find expert guidance on clarifying the purpose of a decision, eliciting all the relevant info, sifting and sorting through your analyses, generating options, and making the all-important decision* Up your ante -- learn how effective decision-making can help you to display better character, become a better leader, and create safe and stable workplacesOpen the book and find:* Guidance on tackling various types of business decisions* Ways to build up your intuitive powers* How effective decision-making can create a ripple effect* Advice on making decisions as an entrepreneur or small business owner* How to facilitate participatory decision-making in meetings* Tips for making decisions in uncertain situations* The secrets behind ethical decision-making