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Slide 1: Decision Making
Slide 2: Program Objectives  (1 of 2) To examine different decision making models. To maximize creativity and logic in decision making. To acquire decision making tips and techniques that accelerate and improve results.   www.readysetpresent.com Page 2
Slide 3: Program Objectives  (2 of 2) To become aware of common decision making traps, and how to handle them. To ready yourself for any bumps in the road, and have solutions in hand. To provide a variety of perspectives for the decision making process.   www.readysetpresent.com Page 3
Slide 4: A Challenge Please write a One Sentence Definition of DECISION MAKING. www.readysetpresent.com Page 4
Slide 5: Definition Decision Making:  The process of examining your possibilities options, comparing them, and choosing a course of action. www.readysetpresent.com Page 5
Slide 6: Related Quotes  (1 of 2) “Be sure you are right -- then go ahead.” – Davy Crocket.  “Doing what's right isn't hard -Knowing what's right is.” – Lyndon B. Johnson. www.readysetpresent.com Page 6
Slide 7: Related Quotes  (2 of 2) “Mine own applause is the only applause which matters.” – Cicero.  “Once you've made your mark, watch out for erasers!” – Will Rogers. www.readysetpresent.com Page 7
Slide 8: Making Effective Decisions Factors: – Perception. – Priority. – Acceptability. – Risk. – Resources. – Goals. – Values. – Demands. – Style. – Judgment. www.readysetpresent.com Page 8
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Slide 10: 6 C's of Decision Making 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. (1 of 3) Construct. Compile. Collect. Compare. Consider. Commit. www.readysetpresent.com Page 10
Slide 11: 6 C's of Decision Making  (2 of 3) Construct a clear picture of precisely what must be decided. Compile a list of requirements that must be met. Collect information on alternatives that meet the requirements. www.readysetpresent.com Page 11  
Slide 12: 6 C's of Decision Making  (3 of 3) Compare alternatives that meet the requirements. Consider the "what might go wrong" factor with each alternative. Commit to a decision and follow through with it.   www.readysetpresent.com Page 12
Slide 13: Inherent Personal Traps www.readysetpresent.com Page 13
Slide 14: Effective Strategies www.readysetpresent.com Page 14
Slide 15: The G.O.R. Approach www.readysetpresent.com Page 15
Slide 16: Different Perspectives www.readysetpresent.com Page 16
Slide 17: What is your next step? www.readysetpresent.com Page 17
Slide 18: Download “Decision Making” PowerPoint presentation at ReadySetPresent.com 164 slides include: the 6 C's of decision making, inherent personal and system traps, decision trees, decision making methods and tips, 4 slides on the GOR approach to decision making, common pitfalls in decision making, effective strategies in making decisions, the 8 major decision making traps and how to effectively minimize each, different decision making perspectives, 3 different types of analysis (grid analysis - paired comparison analysis, and cost/benefit analysis), utilizing planning and overarching questions, 4 modes of decision making and 6 factors in decision making plus more. Royalty Free - Use Them Over and Over Again. www.readysetpresent.com Page 18