genius decisions framework
Welcome to the Genius Decisions DEFINE Framework
Introducing “Genius Decisions” — the revolutionary new guide designed to transform the way you make decisions. In our fast-paced, ever-evolving world, the decisions we make can have profound impacts on our lives, careers, and the people around us. Building upon the foundation of The Genius Habit, which has empowered countless high-achieving executives, founders, and leaders to discover and leverage their unique strengths and purpose, “Genius Decisions” offers another powerful tool in personal and professional development.
Crafted from fifteen years of dedicated research and experience, and combining the latest insights from science and psychology, this tool is not merely a guide but an essential framework for optimizing your decision-making process. Whether you’re facing life-changing choices or everyday dilemmas, “Genius Decisions” equips you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate these challenges with ease.
“Genius Decisions” is more than a tool; it’s a companion for life’s journey. It promises to leave you feeling empowered, supported, and free from the paralyzing fear of making the wrong decision. With this tool in hand, you’re not just making decisions; you’re making Genius Decisions.
Decision Tools:
- Values – have them listed and readily visible before you begin using the framework.
- Decision tracker – if you’re not practiced at tuning into your internal world, you should start by completing the decision tracker for a few weeks before using this framework. Filling out the tracker will make the DECISION section easier. Or go ahead and use the framework and if you’re struggling to get connected to your internal world, use the tracker for a few weeks or a month and then come back to the framework.
- DEFINE framework worksheet.
Do your decision options align with your values?
Reference your values when thinking through this. Often we aren’t aware that we are not in alignment with our values and when we are, decisions and life are smoother.
Does this decision involve change?
Change requires extra effort for your brain, your brain will resist change, so it’s important to call this out so that you’re not at the mercy of your brain’s preference for the status quo.
Examine your internal compass
Internally DECIDE:
Energy: What are your energy levels towards this decision?
Commitments: What commitments affect this decision?
Focus on external influences
External influences of decision-making:
Interact with trusted advisors and do some focused research
1. Pick one or two people whom you can go to for their perspective. Keep in mind their expertise, their lens, and who they are. Be extremely selective and don’t consult with anyone who can’t provide a perspective that you are lacking, or if they aren’t an expert they know you well and can be objective (i.e. your parents often aren’t able to be completely objective in their perspective because their worries may cloud their judgment).
2. Consult with knowledgeable individuals for guidance.
3. Do any research needed to gather data to support your decision-making efforts
What additional thoughts, ideas, or suggestions did your trusted advisors and research add to the decision-making process?
Navigate options and outcomes
Create a worst-case scenario. Is this worst-case scenario something you can live with?
Congrats!
Review your answers and your final decision
DEFINE: Decision-making Framework
