What Kind of Decision Maker Are You?

We are all experienced decision makers. We make hundreds of decisions a day, often without really thinking about it. But the decision-making process is complex, and many different factors influence the decisions we make. Our family, our values and emotions, advertising, and societal pressure can all influence our choices.
Another factor that can influence the way we make decisions is habit. We tend to make decisions in a certain way. It’s called our “decision-making style.” Take this questionnaire to discover your own decision-making style.
(This questionnaire is an adaptation of the General Decision-Making Style questionnaire developed by Scott and Bruce, 1995)

DIRECTIONS
Rate each statement as a 1, 2, or 3:

1 = This statement is false.
2 = This statement is sometimes true. It depends on the situation.
3 = This statement is true.

1. I make sure that I have all the facts before I make a decision.
2. When I make a decision, I do what feels right.
3. I often ask other people to help me make important decisions.
4. I don’t like making decisions, so I try to avoid it.
5. I make decisions quickly.
6. I make decisions in a slow, logical way.
7. When I make a decision, I rely on my instincts.
8. I don’t make big decisions without talking to other people first.
9. I usually won’t make an important decision until I’m forced to do so.
10. I don’t think too much about the decisions that I make.
11. Making decisions requires careful thought.
12. A decision doesn’t need to make sense – it just needs to feel right.
13. When I need to make an important decision, I like to have someone point me in the right direction.
14. I try to put off making important decisions because thinking about them makes me feel uneasy.
15. When I need to make an important decision, I just do what seems natural at the moment.
16. I consider all of my options before making a decision.
17. I rely on my inner feelings when making decisions.
18. When I make a decision, I rely on other people’s advice.
19. I usually make important decisions at the last minute.
20. I often make impulsive decisions.

Manu Anand
Director Alpha Mindz, Goa
Email: manu@alphamindz.com