Decision Making & Problem Solving Essential Skills

“The decision is the central act of organization”
Herbert Simon

Importance of Decision-Making and Problem Solving Abilities

• The Decision is the central act of an organization

• Leaders are expected to be efficient and effective decision makers and problem solvers

• Leaders are expected to be ethical decision makers

• Leaders are expected to make decisions on behalf of an organization and be accountable for those decision

• Leaders design and deliver Public Speeches that are Public Decision-Makings for the organizations and their stakeholders

• Team work and group problem-solving reach decisional outcomes that benefit the stakeholders of an organization

• Public Speaking is a form of Public Decision-Making, whether it is an
Informative, Persuasive, or Ceremonial Speech

• The Bigger the Decision the Bigger Economic Impact

• The Bigger the Decision the Bigger the Ethical Impact

• Visionary Leaders must be Visionary Decision-Makers and Problem Solvers

• Powerful Decision-Makers and Problem Solvers welcome accountability for their actions

• Effective Decision-Making and Problem Solving are what keeps organizations productive thus meeting their goals successfully

Web Resources on Decision Making & Problem Solving:

Mind Tools: Essential Skills for an Excellent Career

Introduction to Decision Making by Robert Harris