“Your life changes the moment you make a new, congruent, and committed decision.”- Tony Robbins
Do you ever feel like you are pressured into making decisions before you’re truly ready? It’s always a good idea to weigh your alternatives and calmly make your decision. Sometimes, though, you may not have a lot of time on your hands, and in these situations, you can speed up your decision-making skills instead of throwing yourself into a panic.
Try these techniques to help you make good, quick decisions:
- Calm down. If you’re feeling pressured into making a fast decision, the first thing to do is calm down. If you aren’t in a position where you can think clearly, then it will be more challenging to make the right decision. Take a few deep breaths to aid in clarity of thought and help you become less stressed.
- Avoid running in circles. When time is of the essence, you might find that your mind begins to run in circles. Break your decision down into the vital parts and focus on each alternative’s benefits at a time.
- Take the time you need. Most of the time, you won’t need to make decisions in a matter of seconds. You may need to make a decision quickly, but allow yourself time to go over your options.
- Make a list of options and alternatives. You can write the steps down, or keep a list in your head. Do what works for you. Consider the outcomes of the available choices, as well as alternative ideas.
- Make a list of options and alternatives. You can write the steps down, or keep a list in your head. Do what works for you. Consider the outcomes of the available choices, as well as alternative ideas.
- Ask for help. Most of the time, you don’t have to be alone with your significant decisions, and if you need to make a decision quickly, it’ll help get another pair of eyes on the situation. Ask for help from someone you know and trust.
- Narrow down your choices. See if you can quickly cross some alternatives off of your list of possibilities. Your decision will be easier if there are fewer choices.
- Think on your feet. Strengthen your ability to think fast. Thinking fast takes practice, confidence, and a firm belief in yourself. As you become more accustomed to thinking on your feet, you’ll automatically stop second-guessing yourself in tough situations.
- Make your decision. If you’ve arrived at a conclusion but you’re still hesitating, you haven’t made your decision. Have confidence and go with whichever alternative seems best based on the information you have.
As long as you practice these tips, you’ll improve your decision-making skills. It may take some work, but the ability to make quick and wise decisions is just around the corner.
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