Decision Making
- 6 Courses | 1h 53m 46s
- 10 Books | 39h 11m
- 11 Audiobooks | 65h 59m 21s
Some decisions are more complicated or critical than others and require a disciplined process. Learn strategies for effective decision making. With solid strategies in place, you can make the most objective decisions possible.
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Problem Solving: Defining and Stating the Problem
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Problem Solving: Defining and Stating the Problem
For most business professionals, solving problems is a major part of their jobs. But what are often seen as problems are really symptoms of deeper challenges. Treating these symptoms may provide temporary relief, but the deeper issues remain. By investigating the scope of problems and addressing their root causes, you can work toward ultimately finding solutions for sustained success. In this course, you will explore the process of uncovering the roots of business problems, starting with gathering all of the pertinent information necessary to understand the scope of a problem and its effects. You will also learn about the value of root cause analysis and some of the common, popular tools for performing one. Finally, you'll learn how to prepare a problem statement that clearly defines the problem and lays the foundation for finding solutions that address its roots.
6 videos |
20m
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Problem Solving: Choosing and Implementing the Right Solution
Almost any business problem can have more than one solution, but some solutions are better than others. And one of those will be the best solution. Trying to find the best, right solution to a business problem can itself be a problem. Finding that right solution means applying the right process and methods to meet your organization's needs now, and in the future. In this course, you'll explore approaches for analyzing and evaluating alternative solutions to find the one that best solves your problem. You'll learn about the most appropriate criteria for choosing the right solution and best practices for implementing it. Finally, you'll consider ways of evaluating its success and assessing your problem-solving methods.
6 videos |
19m
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Leveraging the Power of Analogical Thinking
When struggling with a difficult problem, it's easy to become hemmed in by traditional habitual thinking. Learning to leverage the power of analogical thinking allows you to think creatively and gain fresh insights through the exploration of unexpected similarities. In this course, you'll learn what analogical thinking is, when it's best used, and how to use it. You'll also learn under what situations it can fail, and how to avoid superficial analogies so you can make better strategic choices.
6 videos |
21m
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Getting to the Root of a Problem
Solving problems requires strategic thinking. You need to ask the right people the right questions to get to the source of the issue and find the solution. In this course, you'll learn about identifying stakeholders, gaining their input and trust, and using analysis techniques to get to the root cause of a problem.
7 videos |
17m
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Choosing and Using the Best Solution
When the time comes to make a final, critical decision, you need to be able to understand the reasons for making that decision, as well as its possible consequences. You must also assess the effectiveness of your decisive action in solving a particular organizational problem. In this course, you'll learn techniques for making decisions based on key criteria, such as costs, time constraints, and organizational goals. You'll explore different decision-making styles, and how each can help in problem solving. You'll also learn how to plan, manage, evaluate, and celebrate solution implementation.
6 videos |
15m
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PMI PDU
Solve Problems Using Systems Thinking in the Workplace
Systems thinking allows you to understand how systems work, as well as your role in them. Systems thinking affords you the ability to see the interrelationships among all events, putting you in a better position to address problems.
6 videos |
19m
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PMI PDU
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BOOK SUMMARY
The Diagrams Book: 50 Ways to Solve any Problem VisuallyThe Diagrams Book provides a comprehensive list of diagrams to consider when outlining a problem to be solved or expressing thoughts and ideas. In this Summary, we discuss the salient points of the book based on our interpretation of its contents.
8m
By Kevin Duncan
Book
Handbook on Decision Making: Vol 2: Risk Management in Decision MakingPresenting innovative theories, methodologies, and techniques in the field of risk management and decision making, this book introduces new research developments and provides a comprehensive image of their potential applications to readers interested in the area.
9h 7m
By Guangquan Zhang (eds), Jie Lu, Lakhmi C. Jain
Book
Four Cornered Leadership: A Framework for Making DecisionsPresenting information in bite-sized chunks supported by charts and graphs, this book supplies you with a new way to view leadership that is based on learning and continual modification in response to prevailing conditions.
3h 46m
By John Roland Schultz
Book
Handbook of Decision AnalysisAddressing both the soft personal/interpersonal skills of decision making and the hard technical skills involving mathematics and modeling, this book shows how to identify and overcome the numerous challenges of decision making and choose the appropriate decision process.
7h 39m
By Eric R. Johnson, Gregory S. Parnell, Steven N. Tani, Terry A. Bresnick
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Obstacles to Ethical Decision-Making: Mental Models, Milgram and the Problem of ObedienceExplaining the various obstacles to ethical managerial decision-making, this thought-provoking book presents clear explanations of the key concepts underlying the issues and provides suggestions for how ethical considerations can be centrally placed in decision-making.
5h 10m
By Crina Archer, Elaine E. Englehardt, Laura Pincus Hartman, Michael S. Pritchard, Patricia H. Werhane
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Making Better Decisions Using Systems Thinking: How to Stop Firefighting, Deal with Root Causes and Deliver Permanent SolutionsProviding a framework to help managers go beyond simply fighting fires every day, this insightful book offers the tools to address the underlying causes of recurring problems and delivers long-term solutions.
2h 32m
By Bill Bryan, Jaap Schaveling
Book
Think Fast!: Accurate Decision-Making, Problem-Solving, and Planning in Minutes a DayOffering you an up-to-the-minute toolbox of strategies and tactics you can use to optimize your business, this useful and easy-to-read guide examines real-world consumer issues, giving you top-level skills to address a wide range of practical business, professional, and life problems.
1h 43m
By Guy A. Hale
Book
Think Smarter: Critical Thinking to Improve Problem-Solving and Decision-Making SkillsPresenting a pragmatic set of tools to apply critical thinking techniques to everyday business issues, this book is filled with real world examples that demonstrate how the tools work in action and includes dozens of practice exercises applicable across industries and functions.
3h 17m
By Michael Kallet
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Decision-Making TrainingWhether you're a seasoned workshop facilitator or a novice instructor, this book provides a roadmap to helping people make decisions competently and confidently, leading to success for them - and for your organization.
3h 18m
By Robert H. Vaughn
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The Primes: How Any Group Can Solve Any ProblemUnveiling 46 universal secrets, this book is a field manual for anyone ready to step up to serious challenges, predict and manage inevitable problems, create a brighter future, and produce extraordinary results.
2h 31m
By Chris McGoff
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AUDIOBOOKS INCLUDED
AUDIOBOOK SUMMARY
What's Your Future Worth? Using Present Value to Make Better DecisionsIn What's Your Future Worth?, author Peter Neuwirth explains the need to consider both the present and future consequences of your decisions. In this Summary, we discuss the salient points of the book based on our interpretation of its contents.
19m 17s
By Peter Neuwirth
AUDIOBOOK SUMMARY
Streetlights and Shadows: Searching for the Keys to Adaptive Decision MakingStreetlights and Shadows explores the limitations of applying analytics and computation to solving complex problems, the power of human intuition, and methods to successfully harness our tacit knowledge alongside our explicit procedures. In this Summary, we discuss the salient points of the book based on our interpretation of its contents.
19m 40s
By Gary Klein
AUDIOBOOK SUMMARY
Never Bet the Farm: How Entrepreneurs Take Risks, Make Decisions - and How You Can, TooNever Bet the Farm will help you get your business up and running and give you sound advice to assist you in achieving success. In this Review, we discuss the salient points of the book based on our interpretation of its contents.
9m 10s
By Anthony L. Iaquinto, Stephen Spinelli Jr.
AUDIOBOOK SUMMARY
The Decision Book: 50 Models for Strategic ThinkingThe Decision Book offers an easy-to-understand look at various models that not only simplify the decision-making process, but also help readers to better understand themselves and others. In this Review, we discuss the salient points of the book based on our interpretation of its contents.
11m 51s
By Mikael Krogerus, Roman Tschäppeler
Audiobook
How We DecideThis audio edition examines how the human mind makes decisions and how we can make those decisions better.
9h 38m 39s
By Jonah Lehrer
Audiobook
Judgment Calls: Twelve Stories of Big Decisions and the Teams That Got Them RightThis audio edition introduces a model that taps the collective judgment of an organization so that the right decisions are made.
8h 1m 55s
By Brook Manville, Thomas H. Davenport
Audiobook
Decisive: How to Make Better Choices in Life and WorkThis audio edition offers fresh strategies and practical tools to enable us to make better choices - because the right decision, at the right moment, can make all the difference.
9h 9m 25s
By Chip Heath, Dan Heath
Audiobook
Fire Up Your Brain!: Strategies for Creating Greater Mental PerformanceThis audio edition will teach you the fastest way to access your subconscious for rapid change.
1h 8m 19s
By Larry Iverson
Audiobook
The Nature of Personal Reality: Specific, Practical Techniques for Solving Everyday Problems and Enriching the Life You KnowThis audio edition tells listeners how we create our personal reality through our conscious beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world.
22h 27m 47s
By Jane Roberts
Audiobook
Decisive Intuition: Use Your Gut Instincts to Make Smart Business DecisionsThis audio edition is a practical guide on intuitive decision-making for anyone in the business world to get to the answer they need faster.
6h 54m 56s
By Rick Snyder
Audiobook
Total Focus: Making Better Decisions Under PressureIn this audio edition, Navy SEAL sniper, Brandon Webb learned all about performing while experiencing heart-pounding stress. His first business venture failed miserably. He realized his big mistake was neglecting to apply what he already knew about focus under pressure. He teaches how to have total situational awareness to stay out of danger and adapt to changing circumstances.
7h 38m 22s
By Brandon Webb, John David Mann
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SKILL BENCHMARKS INCLUDED
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Some decisions are more complicated or critical than others and require a disciplined process. Learn strategies for effective problem solving and decision making. With solid strategies in place, you can be decisive and make the most objective decisions possible. This benchmark evaluates your understanding of this topic. Being aware of potential knowledge gaps allows you to better understand your current competency and areas for improvement, so you can find suitable content and curate your own learning path. The courses recommended at the end of this benchmark can help you fill potential gaps in your knowledge.
11m
| 11 questions
Analytical thinking
The effective use of data and analytics can transform how companies organize, operate, manage talent, and create value. Learn how to ensure your data has a purpose through data analytics. This benchmark evaluates your understanding of this topic. Being aware of potential knowledge gaps allows you to better understand your current competency and areas for improvement, so you can find suitable content and curate your own learning path. The courses recommended at the end of this benchmark can help you fill potential gaps in your knowledge.
6m
| 6 questions