As discussed in a previous blog, it is essential that a great leader be able to think outside of the box before making many decisions. It is equally important that a leader be ready to make a decision quickly and with confidence.
Be open to other ways of doing things but always be ready to make decisions as required.
Part of the characteristics of a strong leader is one who is efficient and effective and who has the backbone to make decisions, even the hard ones. That includes the willingness to stand up for those decisions, to stand by them and to admit when a decision was wrong which will be inevitable at times.
In an ideal world, we would all have hours or days to make important decisions, ones that impact others. We could then explore options, look outside the box and process these options using various scenarios and outcomes. In many situations however, that is simply not possible. Within some industries, instantaneous decisions are often called for, especially in policing, military and security industries. Time may be a luxury that is not possible to utilize. A great leader must be ready to make those quick decisions. He or she knows when to take the time to consider all options and when to be firm, efficient and decisive. The strength of a leader is in his or her backbone, as well as calm, cool and intelligent decisions.
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