People often are asked questions they do not know. Its ok to say I do not know, but also I will find out
Almost every CEO has been at some point in their career been fired
“Would you please?” is the best phrase to get delegates to deliver
People will give you time to think and research if you need it
You do not always have to make a decision. You just need to understand what the consequences of not making a decision are
FUD Fear Uncertainty Doubt
Take a couple of deep breathes and reflect, do not be panicked into making the wrong decision.
Breath and think through the right decision
The right decision is sometimes simply the least wrong decision
Multitasking is a bad idea
Treat interruptions as not as important as what you are currently doing and do not accept the interruption When you do not know the answer, its ok to ask “what do you think?” and unless they are completely out there, just let them do what they think.
Need to teach your direct reports how to make the decisions you currently make today
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