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Overcoming Decision Making Traps

Overcoming Decision Making Traps

Total video time: 1h 1m
Award-winning instructor: Michael Veltri
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What you’ll learn

Reducing distractions
Creating irresistible offers
Improving your thinking
Using time as a positive constraint
Staying flexible
Leveraging success clues

Skills you’ll gain

Decision making Leadership

In this course taught by decision-making master Michael Veltri, you will learn proven tips to help you avoid falling into common traps that can cause overwhelm and other problems. First, Michael reviews some of the common challenges you face when making a decision, such as being distracted or getting bogged down in the details. He then shares his methods to "unclog your arteries," and get clear on decisions in a timely manner. From there, Michael guides you through methods to reach decisions faster, and to feel confident about the decisions you make. Finally, Michael reviews how to make high-stakes decisions, create opportunities, and continue the momentum once a decision is made. You'll leave this course inspired to make smarter, more impactful decisions with ease.

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    Decisions, decisions Every day is filled with decisions, but there are numerous traps you can fall into that lead you astray from making the right decisions. 1m
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    Too many distractions Do you ever feel overwhelmed by competing priorities and a never-ending to-do list? 3m
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    Decisions are uncomfortable Getting out of your comfort zone leads to new adventures, knowledge, and know-how. 2m
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    The tyranny of "how" When making decisions, it's important to recognize when you need to get unstuck. 3m
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    Multitasking Decision making is a battle in itself. 2m
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    Street gang decisions What influences the decisions you make? 2m
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    Irresistible offers Sometimes a choice looks too good to be true... 2m
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    Joint-venture decisions Group decisions pose a new set of challenges. 2m
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    No good options When your options are a rock and a hard place, what do you do? 4m
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    Eliminate distracting data In today's society, busy professionals are constantly soaking up data, which can flood your ability to focus on the decision at hand. 2m
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    Building mindfulness What can you glean from Japanese Zen masters on how to make better decisions? 2m
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    Better sleep Most individuals struggle with the idea of sitting alone, undistracted, for a few minutes each day. 3m
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    The double five-count 15 to 20 seconds -- three times a day -- is all you need to start making better decisions. 3m
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    Assembling the Fab Five A key aspect of ensuring you're making the best decisions possible is to ensure you have a support structure in place. 3m
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    Camouflaged brilliance When you make a successful decision, you're left with clues that can aid you in making better decisions in the future. 2m
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    Time-bound decisions The concept that timing is everything applies to decisions. 3m
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    Three choices Often, when you make a bad decision, you don't know it's a bad one. 2m
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    Addressing tough decisions In life, you will be faced with decisions that are very tough. 4m
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    Get scrappy What can you learn from a company founded in 1937, thrived for 75-years, then almost collapsed? 2m
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    Armed for battle One of the key elements for your decision making battle is to ensure you are prepared to take action. 2m
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    Master the art of decision-making Congratulations on completing this course! 2m

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded upon successful completion of the course.

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Instructor

Michael Veltri

Michael is a leadership expert, battle-hardened business executive, and bestselling author. He believes success stems from daily decisions and enhances leadership and business performance through improved decision-making. Drawing from Japanese warriors and brain science, Michael created a model for better decision-making, promoting leadership growth with balance. His approach has benefited top organizations and leaders globally. A cancer survivor, decorated U.S. Marine veteran, and master-instructor in Japanese martial arts, Michael brings business acumen, martial arts discipline, and Marine Corps leadership to his keynote speeches and corporate engagements, inspiring and educating audiences worldwide.

Vice President of Training and Leadership Development at Express Employment Professionals Michael Veltri

Michael Veltri

Vice President of Training and Leadership Development at Express Employment Professionals

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How GoSkills helped Chris

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