 | A useful if not foolproof principle for problem solving is “Occam’s Razor“: “simpler solutions are more likely to be correct than complex ones.” |
Decision making doesn’t have to be rational. Sometimes emotions are OK:
- Should I call my rivals names?
- Should I play golf today?
- Should I pursue pornstars?
- Should I tell lies and brag about myself? (Unintended consequences?)
- Should I bluff with all my cards face up? (Not recommended)
Serious Decisions: Involve Work!
Some decisions require serious consideration using everything available:
- Should we build a wall on our southern border?
- Should we abandon a signed treaty?
- Should we invade another country?
- Should we attempt to bully world trade?
One person alone rarely makes an optimal choice when faced with a serious problem. Accepting the thoughts, expertise and experience from a team of independent thinkers raises the odds that a good decision is made. A decision made in isolation or without considering what might go wrong is risky.
A serious decision goes bad most often when the decision maker is lazy: doesn’t listen, doesn’t read, and doesn’t put effort into making it rational.
We need the equal branches of government to stand up and protect us from emotional decisions!