[Reading Notes-6] effective managers-effective decision-making

[Reading Notes-6] effective managers (Peter Drucker)

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Effective Decision what is "decision "?

Decision-making is a kind of judgment and a choice among several solutions. The so-called choice is usually not between "yes" and "Non", but between "probably right" and "maybe wrong. However, the vast majority of choices are not necessarily better than those of other solutions. (We can see that the architect's main task is to constantly "weigh" the attributes of numerous conflicts ")

What does an effective decision contain? -Five elements of effective decision-making:

1. understand the nature of the problem. If the problem is frequent, it can only be solved through a decision to establish rules or principles.
2. Identify the boundaries that must be met when solving the problem. That is, find the "boundary condition" of the problem"
3. Think carefully about the correct solution to the problem and the conditions that these solutions must meet, and then consider the necessary compromise, adaptation, and concessions, so that the decision can be accepted.
4. Both executive measures should be taken to make decisions executable.
5. Pay attention to feedback during execution to verify the correctness and effectiveness of the decision.

How can we make effective decisions?

1. Facts about decision-making: effective decision-making starts not from "collecting facts", but from "personal opinions. ("Insights"-assumptions to be confirmed)
2. Effective decisions generally come from different and conflicting opinions.

• Effective managers always try to "CREATE" conflicting opinions
• No decision can be made unless you have different opinions.
• Different opinions allow us to see the truth
• Only negative opinions can protect policy makers from being captured by organizations.
• Negative opinions are exactly the "other solution" required for decision-making"
• Negative opinions can stimulate "Imagination"

3. the most critical issue is: "What are the relevant standards?"-Measurement of the problem itself and measurement of decision-making.

• Use "feedback" to find an appropriate measurement
• Finding a proper measurement is not a mathematical solution, but a risky judgment.
• Do not be confused by "average" or statistical data

When do I need to make a decision?

1. When you continue to keep the rules, the situation will deteriorate.
2. When new opportunities come, and such new opportunities are crucial and fleeting

What should I do after the decision?

Follow the following two principles:
1. If the benefit is far greater than the cost and risk, the action should be taken.
2. Action or no action; do not make only half or compromise

 

History

Part 1: [Reading Notes-1] effective managers (Peter Druk)
Part 1: [Reading Notes-2] effective managers-Manage time
Part 1: [Reading Notes-3] effective managers-Focus on Contribution
Article 1: [Reading Notes-4] effective managers-employing directors
Part 1: [Reading Notes-5] effective managers-important priority