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Module 6
Decision Making
Why is good decision making important?
Decision making is an essential part of the career development process. It is necessary function in setting and meeting goals. The more focused you are, the easier it will be to meet your goals.
Decisions are the vehicles that can either perpetuate progress --or derail your mission. It is up to you to make the most informed decisions possible.
Decision Making
Why is good decision making important?
Proactive decision making and goal setting begins with a clear vision of what you want in your life and career.
When making important or complicated decisions, it is often best to use a planned decision-making style. In other words, gather information and apply a systematic and deliberate approach.
Decision Making
Quality Decisions
There are four basic steps to making quality decisions. If you follow these steps, you are less likely to make a mistake.
The four steps are abbreviated ACIP, like "a sip" of tea!
A stands for Alternatives. When making an important decision, look at all your choices. Ask yourself, "Are there any other ways I can solve this problem? Ways that I haven't thought of?"
C stands for Consequences. Once you have narrowed down your choices to those that look best, weigh the pros and cons of each. Ask yourself are there any barriers I will need to overcome?”
I stands for Information. Search for new information about each option you are considering. Good decisions require good information!
P means Plans. Make detailed plans for (a) how you will carry out your decision, and (b) what you will do if one of the negative consequences that you thought of under "C" occurs.
Source: University of Waterloo,Centre For Career Action
Decision Making
A planned approach to decision making takes time and energy but is worthwhile when you have to make important decisions.
You will be more confident with your decision if you know you have done your homework and it feels right intuitively.
Once you have employed your decision making tactics, and you have made a tentative choice, it's time to set a goal and begin to achieve your aspirations.
Decision Making
- How do you make life and career decisions?
- Return to Module 6 and complete the activity to gain a more in-depth perspective on your decision making abilities!
