Are you someone who is described as action-oriented? Do you assess the many possible alternatives and options before ultimately taking action?  I consider that one of the most beneficial aspects of good leadership is the ability (and willingness!) to assess options quickly and efficiently and guide your team through to completion. Knowing what the most appropriate and beneficial action is can be difficult, however this model may help. Passively waiting for others to make necessary decisions and take steps to meet a need, adds little value to your organisation and others perception of yourself. Action matters in business! Consciously considering the alternatives and understanding the organisational culture, potential barriers and existing situations provides the most likely scenario for success. Additionally, the stages or steps that I consider to be the difference between successful decision-making and leadership effectiveness compared to less successful processes are: Understanding the issue to be solved Considering the options Assessing possible outcomes Narrowing the options to the clear few that add greatest benefit Identifying a single response and doing something with it. After recently being asked by one of my clients what the Read more about Leadership: Assessing Possibilities / Taking Action[…]