DeepSummary
In this episode, Craig Groeschel discusses the importance of making good decisions as a leader and provides strategies for becoming a better decision maker. He emphasizes the need to avoid binary choices, make time for decision making, seek advice from others, delegate decisions when possible, and have a tolerance for mistakes.
Groeschel stresses the importance of trusting data and facts, but also listening to one's intuition which is developed through experience and recognizing patterns. He encourages pre-deciding as many decisions as possible by aligning them with one's values and automating decision processes.
Groeschel acknowledges that difficult decisions will arise, and encourages doing what is right while trusting in God for the results. He offers a bonus episode to help identify one's decision-making style and create a plan for improvement. The overall message is that the quality of a leader's decisions determines their future success.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Study data and facts, but also trust your intuition developed through experience.
- Pre-decide as many decisions as possible by aligning them with your values.
- Seek input from those closest to issues, not just top leaders.
- Increase tolerance for mistakes when delegating decisions.
- Recognize cognitive biases that can distort decision making.
- Do what's right based on wisdom and trust God with the results.
- Identify your decision-making style to leverage strengths and improve weaknesses.
- The quality of decisions determines the quality of leadership and future.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “The future of your leadership will be determined by the quality of your decisions.“ by Craig Groeschel
- “The numbers don't lie. Then ask questions to your team members and listen.“ by Craig Groeschel
- “When your values are clear, your decisions are easy.“ by Craig Groeschel
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Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast
Life.Church
2/1/24