Decision Making Under Pressure

Making decisions as a leader can be stressful, especially when those decisions are time-sensitive. In this workshop, you'll gain practical insights into the factors that influence decision-making and learn how to manage stress and pressure during individual and group decision-making processes. The course offers valuable tools, techniques, and strategies needed to navigate complex decisions with confidence, especially when time is of the essence.

Overview

At every level, leaders are charged with making decisions that influence the success and direction of their organizations. The weight of that responsibility creates stress for decision makers, especially when these operational, tactical, or strategic decisions must be made in less-than-optimal conditions.

Decision-Making Under Pressure provides practical insights into how decisions are made, new tools and techniques to improve decision-making skills, and strategies for managing the pressure and stress of individual and group decision making. The course also introduces a rational decision making model for making more effective decisions.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to

• Describe the factors that influence decision-making and lead to positive or negative decisions
• Explain the effects of pressure and stress in decision making and identify strategies for managing stress
• Apply decision-making techniques to real time management issues and problems

Who Should Take This Course

Leaders frequently find themselves making choices under less-than-ideal conditions, which can lead to heightened stress and pressure. This workshop equips you with the skills to handle choices with confidence. Ideal candidates are those seeking to enhance their decision processes under pressure and gain a better grasp of how to manage stress and guide teams during critical moments. You'll learn to navigate complex choices, understand the factors influencing decision-making, and apply tools and techniques that make the process more effective.

• Administrative/Support Staff
• Aspiring Managers
• Committee Chair or Cross-functional Team Leads
• Current Managers
• Human Resources Personnel
• Leaders at Every Level
• Marketing/Sales Staff
• Program Managers
• Project Managers
• Staff members who engage in formal and informal peer coaching
• Staff Members who interact with internal and/or external stakeholders