Pressed for time? Eight Ways to Quickly Make a Quality Decision

The daily life of a business owner is often hectic, with a multitude of problems to solve and employees to answer to. This means that when faced with a decision, entrepreneurs may not have time on their side and they may be forced to make quick decisions on the fly or with very little time to weigh all the possibilities. /p>

However, sometimes speed can equate to poor quality, and when it comes to solving problems that can impact not only the business, but also those who work there, quality is key . To make quick but quality decisions, members of the Young Entrepreneur Council recommend the following eight strategies.

1. Talk about it

Have a quick conversation to go over the options available to you, focusing on the pros and cons of each. Listen to your thoughts and make a decision! - Zane Stevens, Protea Financial

2. List three options and ask three questions

I list the three options available to me, then ask myself, "What's the worst thing that can happen if I choose this option?" This is followed by "What is the best thing that can happen if I choose this option?" Finally, I ask myself, "What is the most likely thing that will happen if I choose this option?" This technique helps me make quick decisions when time is of the essence. - Kristin Kimberly Marquet, Marquet Media, LLC

3. Follow your instincts

Disconnect and check with your instincts. Your gut probably has an answer even if it can't explain it to your brain and mouth yet. It's not my style to make a call without a good reason, but in a real crunch you might not have a choice. To ensure quality, you can cultivate a relationship with another leader or manager who you believe has good judgment. This gives you someone to check in with when the heating is on. - Tyler Bray, TK Trailer Parts

4. Start with elimination

If I have to make a quick decision, the first thing I do is eliminate the choices I don't want to pursue. I find it much easier to rule out picks under pressure. After narrowing down my list, I look at what's left and choose from the best options. - Chris Christoff, MonsterInsights

5. Meditate on it

My gut knows the answer based on my...