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Decision Making and Problem Solving Skills Blogs

Decision making and problem solving are the most important skills you can develop, since your whole life depends upon your ability to solve problems and make the right decision.

You make decisions all the time: Your career depends upon your reputation as a Problem solver, and as person who makes the right decision.

Decisions come in different types. There are five major types of decision you need to be able to handle;

Yes or no decision. (Should we, or should be NOT?)
Which one, what kind decision. (Picking one from more than one option)
Value order priority decision. What is the order of importance?
Logical sequence priority decision. What is the most efficient sequence of steps?
Problem cause solution: What is the problem? what are the three causes? What are the six solutions?

Each of these types of decision has its own decision-making technique which you can and should learn (or develop) for yourself.

Then you can walk into any situation, assess the current state, identify the problem, determine which of the five types of decision it is and then use the correct method to make the best decision possible.

Decision Making and Problem Solving Skills Blogs

How to Overcome Procrastination

21 May 2024

To overcome procrastination, develop strong time management skills by identifying tasks and commit to completing them regardless of your mood.This approach contrasts with procrastination, where tasks are delayed due to a lack of immediate motivation.

Five Important Problem-Solving Questions

27 February 2024

Success requires that we solve problems. There are five questions that may be profitably applied to any situation, the answers to which will provide valuable information and help solve any problem.

Unlocking the Power of First Principles

13 June 2023

When supporting our opinions, we often turn to facts or fundamental principles. However, one of these approaches emerges as significantly more impactful. We explore why this is important.

Key Steps to Better Decisions

6 June 2023

Better decisions shape our lives, impacting careers, relationships, and happiness. Here are key principles to guide decision-making and steer towards success.

Effective Decision Making

16 May 2023

Effective decision making is essential, but it can be challenging when the situation is complex. Learn how to simplify the process and make better choices. Free apps available to help you.

Perception Bias In the Workplace

28 February 2023

Perception bias occurs when we form beliefs based on our experiences and then use these to irrationally judge people. What can be done to ensure that we make rational decisions when recruiting or selecting people for roles?

Influencing Decisions When You're Not the Most Senior Person

2 August 2022

Decisions are usually made by the most senior people in an organisation. But less senior employees can influence the decisions if they develop certain skills and attributes. We examine how you can influence decision-makers.

When and How to Use the Five Whys Technique

24 May 2022

Discovering the root cause of a problem is vital to finding a satisfactory solution. The 5 Whys Technique is a method of problem solving based on asking "Why?" five times. Corporate Coach Group have an improved version of the 5 Whys Technique.

How Rational Thinking is the Key to Success

14 December 2021

Logic is our primary tool in understanding how to act to survive, make progress and succeed. By identifying and eliminating contradictions we can act according to the principles of reason. Be clear, be rational, be positive.

What is the Law of Cause and Effect?

29 September 2020

"Everything happens for a reason" is a commonly used expression, but not necessarily accurate. Everything that happens has a cause, or causes. "For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction."

10 Steps to Solving Problems At Work

2 September 2020

Problem solving is an essential skill, not only at work, but in personal situations. Use these ten steps to improve your problem-solving skills. Learn how to identify the circumstances around the problem and the logical steps to take.

Be a Straight Thinker

6 March 2020

Being able to think straight is an asset in life. We know this means making rational decisions, but what exactly does that mean in reality? You need to learn to be a critical thinker and here are four things to remember to get your thinking straight.

Black and White Thinking

21 February 2020

Right or wrong? Real life problems are often too complex to apply black and white thinking to. Instead, try using another concept, the Law of Identity, on which to base your analysis and decision making.

How to Solve Problems

30 July 2019

The ability to solve problems in business are an essential still. Whether you need to solve a problem for yourself or for your employer, these tips will help you to identify and work out a solution to your problem.

The Walt Disney Model

29 January 2019

Walt Disney was a great problem solver. He approached problems from a variety of perspectives. We would all benefit from being able to find practical solutions to problems. Check out his model and see how you can use his methods to your advantage.

The Four Causes of All your Problems

12 June 2018

There are four main causes of all your problems. Find out the major causes of all problems and learn how to find the right solution to those you can fix.

How to Make a Good Decision

1 May 2018

You are faced with making decisions every day, and it is important to make the right one. We explore the different types of decisions you will face and some fantastic tools we have developed in order to help decision-making easier for you.

Tips on How to be Innovative

21 March 2017

Your business needs to adapt and grow in today’s ever-changing economic climate. Being innovative is not just about inventing, it also means adapting your current business model and making changes to your working practices.

The Law of Diminishing Returns

17 February 2017

More is not necessarily better. There is a point which is optimum. After this point comes diminishing returns, where additional amounts of time, money and effort are ineffective and may even be dangerous.

The Single Most Important Thing

19 August 2016

Be the best by learning how to pick out the single most important thing, in any situation or conversation.

Decision Making and Problem Solving Training

1 September 2015

When you are faced with a situation, you need to classify what kind of situation it is, then use the appropriate mode of thinking for the problem.

Creative Problem Solving and Decision Making

6 March 2013

Creative problem solving and decision making Have you got problems? Of course! We all have problems. And we all want to know how to solve them. How can you solve your problems? Here are some notes on problem solving. What is "a problem"? A problem is the difference between your

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