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Career

Decision Making

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Making a decision about a career path or deciding on a university degree are serious choices . Businesses’ demand for high-quality decision
making is always great, as leaders and good managers are hard to come by. Studies show that there are four vital stages decision-makers need
to follow to make that right choice: ACIP.
A for Alternatives. When a significant choice or decision needs to be made, all the options should be considered. The decision-maker
needs to ask themselves if there are any other ways to solve the problem.
C for Consequences. Once the choices have been narrowed down, weigh up the pros and cons of each of them.
I for Information. Look for fresh information about each choice under contemplation.

P for Plans. Ensure that comprehensive and thorough plans are made to carry out the decision along with contingencies to address any of
the cons if they were to arise.
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