Week 5 - Decision Making and Personal Style

 

This week’s topic on decision making helped me understand how much thought and structure goes into the choices managers make every day. The chapter explained the steps of decision making, from recognizing a problem to finding solutions and then following through on them. I realized that good decisions don’t just happen—they come from clear thinking, planning, and learning from past experiences.

When I did the “Take a Moment: Know Yourself” exercises, I learned that my decision style is mostly analytical. I like to gather facts, compare options, and think carefully before deciding. That made sense to me because even outside of work, I usually take my time before making big choices. But I also noticed that being too analytical can sometimes slow me down, especially when quick action is needed.

The chapter also reminded me that no one decision style is perfect. A good manager should be flexible and know when to trust their instincts or rely on their team’s input. It showed me how group decision-making tools like brainstorming or open discussion can help bring out ideas that one person might miss.

Overall, this week made me more aware of how I make decisions and how I can improve. I learned that being a strong decision maker isn’t just about getting it “right” every time it’s about staying open-minded, learning from mistakes, and having the confidence to move forward.