23 | The Truth About Smart Decision-Making (It’s Not What You Think!)
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We’re often told that decisive people get ahead—quick decisions, fast action, no hesitation. But what if I told you that sometimes, the most productive move you can make is to pause a decision?
In this episode, we’re diving into the hidden power of deferring a decision with purpose. You’ll learn:
✔️ Why decision fatigue drains your productivity (and how to prevent it)
✔️ The key signs that now isn’t the right time to decide
✔️ How to hit pause without falling into avoidance
✔️ Three simple steps to make a decision with confidence when the time is right
If you’ve got a decision hanging over you—one you keep circling back to—this episode is for you. We’ll unpack when stepping back is the smartest choice and how to make decisions without regret when you’re ready.
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Chapters
1. Introduction and Podcast Updates (00:00:00)
2. The Hidden Superpower of Not Deciding (00:03:33)
3. Decision Fatigue and Mental Overwhelm (00:05:03)
4. When to Press Pause on Decisions (00:07:54)
5. Deferring Without Avoiding Decisions (00:10:48)
6. The Myth of the Right Decision (00:12:19)
7. Making Confident Decisions When Ready (00:14:33)
8. Episode Wrap-Up and Next Week's Preview (00:17:09)
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