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Avoid Making Decisions From Ego

We always want to make good decisions for good reasons. That will accomplish good things for our organization and our people.

So avoid the potential for making a decision because it’s “good for me.” Or making a decision because you have the power. Ego is a terrible thing to allow into your decision-making process. It almost always turns out badly—for you and for the organization.

Make your decisions based on good information, good recommendations, and thoughtful analysis focused on achieving the best outcomes for everyone. Remember that ego focuses on yourself. Good decision makers focus on the organization and others.