Yes or No: The Guide to Better Decisions

Spencer Johnson

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"Yes" or "No," from the #1 New York Times bestselling author Spencer Johnson, presents a brilliant and practical system anyone can use to make better decisions, soon and often -- both at work and in personal life. The "Yes" or "No" System lets us: focus on real needs, versus mere wants create better options see the likely consequences of choices and identify and then use our own integrity, intuition, and insight to gain peace of mind, self-confidence, and freedom from fear

What will you learn from this book

  1. Simplify Decision-Making: Johnson emphasizes the importance of simplifying decision-making by focusing on essential factors and avoiding unnecessary complexity. By distilling decisions down to their core components, individuals can make clearer and more effective choices.

  2. The Power of "Yes" and "No": "Yes" and "No" are powerful words that shape our actions and outcomes. Learning when to say "Yes" and when to say "No" is crucial for maintaining clarity, focus, and alignment with our goals and values.

  3. Clarity of Purpose: Before making a decision, it's essential to clarify your purpose and priorities. Understanding what you want to achieve and why helps guide your decision-making process and ensures that your choices are aligned with your long-term objectives.

  4. Avoid Decision Paralysis: Indecision can be paralyzing and prevent us from moving forward. Johnson encourages readers to overcome decision paralysis by focusing on making incremental progress, taking calculated risks, and learning from both successes and failures.

  5. Trust Your Instincts: Intuition can be a valuable guide in decision-making. Johnson suggests that individuals trust their instincts and gut feelings when faced with uncertainty, as these inner signals often provide valuable insights that rational analysis may overlook.

  6. Seek Input from Others: Consulting with trusted advisors, mentors, or colleagues can provide valuable perspectives and insights that enhance decision-making. However, it's essential to strike a balance between seeking input and maintaining autonomy in decision-making.

  7. Embrace Change: Effective decision-makers are willing to embrace change and adapt to new circumstances. Johnson encourages readers to view change as an opportunity for growth and innovation rather than a threat, fostering a mindset of agility and resilience.

  8. Learn from Mistakes: Making mistakes is inevitable, but it's how we respond to them that matters. Johnson advocates for learning from mistakes, accepting responsibility, and using failure as an opportunity for reflection and improvement.

  9. Focus on What Matters Most: In a world filled with distractions and competing priorities, it's essential to focus on what matters most. Johnson advises readers to identify their core values and goals and use them as a compass to guide decision-making.

  10. Take Action: Ultimately, effective decision-making requires action. Johnson encourages readers to make decisions promptly and decisively, avoiding procrastination and indecision. Taking action, even if imperfect, allows individuals to move forward and course-correct as needed.

Language English
ISBN-10 0887306314
ISBN-13 9780887306310
No of pages 103
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher William Morrow
Published Date 04 Jun 1993

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Author : Spencer Johnson

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