Decision-making by consensus – Dutch style
The polder model worked for Holland. Can it be a success in your workplace and your role as a leader?
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When it comes to making good decisions, context matters
When it comes to decision-making, context matters. As a leader, you are often called upon to make decisions on the basis of information, sometimes limited. But decisions cannot be made on the basis of data alone. Consider these situations. Three
When you shift your perspective, you can change your reality
I was reminded recently of the importance of being able to shift your perspective as a leader, and a parable about six blind men and an elephant that I first heard when I was a child came to mind. This
Does the wisdom of Segal’s Law help or hinder decision making?
Segal’s law: A man with a watch knows what time it is. A man with two watches is never sure. Segal’s Law is a humorous way of addressing the pitfalls that come from amassing too much information in advance of
Exceptional leaders know when to change course
Normally, persistence and tenacity are good characteristics in a leader. But sometimes they can actually be a weakness. There are situations when it is more important for leaders to observe and listen, and if the current path is not taking
What the practice of medicine can teach us about solving problems
Solving problems and making decisions are two important elements in leadership. Which is often why I blog on this subject. Recently, I’ve been in-and-out of specialist doctor offices (don’t ask), and I’ve come to realize that there are two steps