Ohio Township Association - Leadership Academy - Electives

Effective Decision-Making

Length: 1.5 hours

Description: This is a workshop about the principles and practices that can provide a framework for using effective decision-making processes. The goal for every public official is to "make good decisions." What is a good decision? How do we make them? The workshop will be divided into five parts each focusing on key elements in the decision-making process.

I. Process

The Mechanics of Decision-Making
Rules of Procedure
Role of the Presiding Officer

II. Style

The Image We Project When We Make Decisions

III. Content

What is in the Ordinance, Resolution and Law?

IV. Collecting / Processing Information

Doing Homework - Being Prepared Before Meetings
Thinking and Acting "Strategically"
Tactical Decisions and Strategic Implications

V. Communication During the Decision Making-Process

Prior to Deliberation - Define the Problem or Issue To Be Considered
During Deliberation - Focus on the Issue Not Upon Individuals
Before the Vote - Restate the Issue or Problem To Make Sure the Wording is Correct
After the Decision - Let Go of It and Move On to the Next Issue and Carry No 'Ill-Will"

This page last updated on February 5, 2008.

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