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COVERAGE:
Decision
Making Process
Decision Making Styles
The
Decision
Making
Models
Decision Making Process
 Decision-making
process is a series of steps
taken by an individual to determine the best
option or course of action to meet their
needs.
 In a business context, it is a set of steps
taken by managers in an enterprise to
determine the planned path for business
initiatives and to set specific actions in
motion.
STEPS
&
DECISION MAKING PROCESS
MODEL
IDENTIFICATION OF THE
PURPOSE OF THE
DECISION
INFORMATION
GATHERING
EVALUATE THE RESULT
EXECUTE THE DECISION
DECISION MAKING PROCESS
IDENTIFY THE ALTERNTIVES
BRAINSTORM AND
ANALYZE THE DIFFERENT
CHOICES
SELECT THE BEST
ALTERNATIVES
EVALUATION OF THE
ALTERNATIVES
In this step, the problem is thoroughly analyzed.
There are a couple of questions one should ask
when it comes to identifying the purpose of the
decision.
• What exactly is the problem?
• Why the problem should be solved?
• Who are the affected parties of the problem?
• Does the problem have a deadline or a specific
time-line?
 In
the process of solving the problem, you will
have to gather as much as information related to
the factors and stakeholders involved in the
problem.
 This
step involves both internal and external
“work.” Some information is internal: you’ll seek it
through a process of self-assessment. Other
information is external: you’ll find it online, in
books, from other people, and from other
sources.
 As
you collect information, you will probably
identify several possible paths of action, or
alternatives.
 You
can also use your imagination and
additional information to construct new
alternatives.
 In
this step, you will list all possible and desirable
alternatives.
For
this step, brainstorming to list down
all the ideas is the best option.
Before the idea generation step, it is
vital to understand the causes of the
problem and prioritization of causes.
 In
this step, experience and effectiveness of
the judgement principles come into play.
 You need to compare each alternative for
their positives and negatives.
 Draw on your information and emotions to
imagine what it would be like if you carried
out each of the alternatives to the end.
 Once
you go through from Step 1 to Step 5, this
step is easy. In addition, the selection of the
best alternative is an informed decision since
you have already followed a methodology to
derive and select the best alternative.
Convert
your decision into a plan or a
sequence of activities.
Execute your plan by yourself or with
the help of subordinates.
 In
this final step, consider the results of your
decision and evaluate whether or not it has
resolved the need you identified in Step 1.
 Evaluate
the outcome of your decision.
 See
whether there is anything you should learn
and then correct in future decision making.
 This
is one of the best practices that will improve
your decision-making skills.
CONCLUSIONS
 When
it comes to making decisions, one should always
weigh the positive and negative consequences and
should favor the positive outcomes.
 Sometimes,
avoiding decision making seems easier;
especially, when you get into a lot of confrontation after
making the tough decision.
 But,
making the decisions and accepting its
consequences is the only way to stay in control of your
life and time.
DECISION MAKING
STYLES
WHAT ARE THE FOUR STYLES OF DECISION
MAKING?
 You
can think of decision-making styles as
something similar to personality types.
 Instead,
it is a tool to give you insight into how
you process your decisions.
 The
goal is to help you recognize your
strengths and weaknesses so that you can
become a stronger, more confident decision
maker.
How are the decision-making styles
determined?
There are two spectrums work together to create
the decision-making style framework.
 The
 This
first spectrum is structure vs. ambiguity.
spectrum measures people's tendency to
prefer either structure (i.e., defined processes and
expectations) or ambiguity (i.e., open-ended and
flexible).
STRUCTURE VS AMBIGUITY
How are the decision-making styles
determined?
There are two spectrums work together to create the
decision-making style framework.
 The
second spectrum is task/technical vs.
people/social.
 This spectrum measures if the motivation to
make a specific choice is guided more by a
desire to be right, or to get results
(task/technical), or if it's to create harmony or
social impact (people/social).
TASK/TECHNICAL VS PEOPLE/SOCIAL
DECISION MAKING STYLE
ANALYTICAL
 Analytical
decision-makers carefully analyze
data to come up with a solution.
 They're careful and adaptable thinkers.
 They will invest time to collect information to
form a conclusion.
 These decision-makers are task-oriented but
have a high tolerance for ambiguity.
CONCEPTUAL
 Conceptual
decision-makers look forward to
what could happen if the decision is made.
 Their conclusions come from visualizing
different opportunities and outcomes for the
future.
 They're strong in making long-term decisions.
 Are big picture thinkers who are willing to
take risks.
DIRECTIVE
A
directive decision-maker has a low
tolerance for unclear or ambiguous ideas.
 Directive
decision-maker excel at verbal
communication.
 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.
BEHAVIORAL
A
behavioral style of decision-making focuses
on relationships more than the task.
 These decision-makers rely on information
from others to guide what they choose.
 They are persuasive communicators who
value decisions based on a team consensus.
 Their decisions are often based on how the
choice will impact relationships.
MODELS OF DECISION
MAKING
MODEL 1:
RATIONAL DECISION
MAKING
RATIONAL DECISION MAKING:
DEFINITION
 Rational
model of decision making is a
model where individuals use facts and
information, analysis, and a step-by-step
procedure to come to a decision.
 Is a method of taking emotion out of
making decisions and applying logical
steps to work towards a solution.
RATIONAL DECISION MAKING:
DEFINITION
 The
model involves comparing multiple
options or alternatives by using non-bias
research, facts, and other data to help
choose.
 Can be used for a variety of reasons
whether it be for educational purposes,
business decisions, career choices, or
other significant life events.
MODEL 2:
RECOGNITION PRIMED
DECISION MAKING
RECOGNITION-PRIMED DECISION MAKING:
DEFINITION
 This
decision-making model requires you to
use your quick-thinking skills and
experience.
 Implementing
the
recognition-primed
decision model often requires extensive
experience with the goal or challenge to
develop suitable solutions.
 It involves iterative steps.
Develop at least
one potential
solution based
on patterns you
identified from
your
experience.
Understand the
task to
complete or
challenge to
overcome.
Define your
goal or
objectives
Consider
similar
situations
and
relevant
information'
s
Using your
experience,
quickly evaluate
the situation.
Create
potential
solutions
Challenge the
solution if you
want to confirm
it's the best
possible
outcome.
Check
whether the
solution
works
Think about the
solution to
determine
whether it can
solve the
challenge or
reach the goal.
Change
solutions
Finalize
your
decision
Take the
required action
once you're
confident in
your final
solution.
MODEL 3:
CREATIVE DECISION
MAKING
CREATIVE DECISION MAKING:
DEFINITION
 This
model uses original ideas to create
innovative solutions for reaching a goal or
overcoming a challenge.
 It involves reflecting on a situation and
developing a solution without relying on
similar situations or experiences.
 It typically requires you to be flexible and
creative.
MODEL 4:
INTUITIVE DECISION
MAKING
INTUITIVE DECISION MAKING:
DEFINITION
 This
model appears to be based solely on
gut feelings.
 Is the way people make decisions
naturally, without the use of formal tools
and procedures.
 You’re able to trust your gut feel about a
person’s behavior or communication after
just one partial or full exposure to them.
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