Question |
Answer |
to give up something to resolve a conflict |
compromise |
clash of ideas or values |
conflict |
the choice between two or more possibilities |
decision |
the steps one takes to make the best decision |
decision-making process |
to look at closely and judge |
evaluate |
the course of action one decides to take at the end of the decision-making process |
plan |
anything a person has or uses to reach a goal |
resource |
a decision or plan that can be changed |
tentative |
Identify the decision you must make. Be as specific as possible. Narrow your ideas so that you can focus on just one decision. |
Define your needs or wants |
When you analyze something, you carefully study all its parts. |
Analyze Your Resources |
Possible choices. There are usually at least two options whenever you face a decision. |
Identify Your Options |
Find out as much as you can about your options. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each? |
Gather Information |
When you appraise your choices, you judge their value or importance to you. Review the information you've gathered. |
Evaluate Your Options |
This is the point where you actually decide. Now is the time to choose one of your options. |
Make a Decision |
A decision is not real until you take action on your choice. When you make a decision, you set a goal for yourself. |
Plan How to Reach Your Goal |