We frequently encounter a conflict between our gut instincts and logical reasoning. Both have value. Intuition is swift and often draws upon prior experiences, while logic provides structured analysis. Effective decision-making strikes a balance between the two. Trust your gut feelings, but verify them with facts. When both align, you are firmly grounded. Conversely, when they clash, take a moment to reflect. That pause may reveal new insights.
Utilizing well-established decision-making paradigms can help leaders make high-quality business and organizational decisions. Each approach has strengths and weaknesses, depending on the context and the goal. By learning about these approaches and understanding when to use them, leaders can better grasp the ‘when,’ ‘why,’ ‘what,’ and ‘how’ of decision-making processes.
Tyler de la Plaine, Founder and Principle Consultant
Thrive Venture Consulting — bringing people and ideas together.