The Power of Decisiveness

Being decisive means you can make a decision but also be timely and confident about it. Decisiveness is a soft skill that can be honed, and the more decisiveness you practice, the less wavering you will experience. Effective leaders are noted for their decisiveness. Decisive employees reduce delays, take action, model positive behaviors for peers, and tend to excel at seeking clarity, which means better decisions. It’s easier to be more decisive if you intervene when there are roadblocks like fear of failure, overthinking, perfectionism, and fear of not getting recognition. Self-awareness is key. Simply examining these roadblocks weakens their grip. Naming these culprits puts you in control. Remember, no decision is without risk and uncertainty—you may not know or guess what will happen. Learning to tolerate this is part of the journey, even for the greatest leaders.

Global Administrator | 9/3/2025