Decision making can be stressful and anxiety inducing, but the ability to make decisions quickly is often what separates the most effective leaders from others. We connected with some of the best and brightest do-ers we know and asked them how they developed their decision-making skills.
Silvana Borges
For me, decision-making is a process where every solution aligns with the project’s concept and the client’s expectations. I consider myself conceptual thinker, and my education at the ‘ Istituto Europeo di Design’ shaped that approach. A strong concept directs every decision and brings coherence to the entire journey. Read More>>
Jim Peckham
I bring corporate bureaucracy cutting/collaborative training and vision to the social services industry. Meeting with and collaborating with local/regional entities to identify community challenges, that no one else seems able to resolve/afford. We implement creative solutions that can be duplicated in other communities. We do not depend on government funding, but address issues so big/obvious that the local businesses/residents/foundations provide the funding… Read More>>
Quintrel Brown
I developed my decision-making skills through a mix of military discipline, entrepreneurial trial-and-error, and community-centered leadership. In the Navy, I learned how to assess situations quickly, prioritize what truly matters, and make confident choices under pressure—because hesitation can cost time, resources, or even safety. As an entrepreneur, I refined those skills by constantly evaluating risks, testing ideas, and learning from both wins and setbacks. Read More>>
Chasing National Parks US
I developed my decision-making skills by paying close attention to my environment, what I listen to, what I see, and the habits I choose to build. All of these elements have shaped the way I navigate my path. Read More>>
Jace Howell
I learned at a young age not to jump to any decision that’s worth making. Important decisions need to be thought out and analyzed to be sure the decision I’m about to make is the best one for me. If I give a decision proper thought and it turns out to have been the wrong one, then I’m prepared for that scenario by planning ahead. Read More>>
Brittney Tollinchi
My decision making skills were really fine tuned in my corporate years. When you sit around tables where the stakes are high with budgets, livelihoods, and enterprise wide operations on the line, you learn something important: the best decisions are never made in a vacuum. They are built through the people and perspectives you invite to the table. Read More>>
Deja Good
I definitely perfected and developed my decision-making skills by absolutely asking no one for their opinion and no one for advice unless the piece or collection is already completely done. And even then, I wouldn’t call it advice, it’s more like, ‘Hey, do you like this?’ When I’m creating for my brand, I don’t hesitate. Read More>>
