How do you identify your decision-making style?
Each decision-making style is characterized by either a task or social focus and a high or low tolerance for ambiguity. Styles with a high tolerance for ambiguity can work with unknown variables as they come to a conclusion.
How can you improve your decision-making skills?
Stay calm. Riding high on emotions, either positive or negative, can impact your ability to make a rational decision. When you have any decision to make, the first step should generally be to stay as calm as possible. If you can't stay calm, put off making the decision until you're thinking clearly.
What is the directive decision-making style?
The directive decision-making style uses quick, decisive thinking to come to a solution. A directive decision-maker has a low tolerance for unclear or ambiguous ideas. They're focused on the task and will use their own knowledge and judgment to come to a conclusion with selective input from other individuals.
What is the analytical decision-making style?
Analytical decision-makers carefully analyze data to come up with a solution. They're careful and adaptable thinkers. They will invest time to glean information to form a conclusion. These decision-makers are task-oriented but have a high tolerance for ambiguity.
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