Keyword: Decisions (Page 2)

Decisions are justified by the benefits to the organization, but they are made by considering the benefits to the decision-makers.

I’ve been married for 10 years… I haven’t made a decision for seven.

(1973 – ) English comedian

He used to be fairly indecisive, but now he's not so certain.

British professional golfer & commentator

Decisions are justified by the benefits to the organization, but they are made by considering the benefits to the decision-makers.

I listen carefully to their advice; but having gathered the device [sic], I decide, you know, I say, 'This is what we're going to do.'

(1946 – ) 43rd U.S. president

I have made good judgements in the past; I have made good judgements in the future.

(1947 – ) U.S. vice president & politician

In crises that force people to choose among alternative courses of action, most people will choose the worst possible course.

In other words, I don't think people ought to be compelled to make the decision which they think is best for their family.

(1946 – ) 43rd U.S. president

Stengel: Well, I have given that thought a lot of thinking lately and last night… well – I finally made up my mind.

Reporter: Which way?

Stengel: I made up my mind both ways.

(1890 – 1975) American baseball manager

No good decision was ever made in a swivel chair.

(1885 – 1945) U.S. Army general

Burt Johnson: I don't drink because drinking affects your decision-making.

Arthur: You may be right… I can't decide.

(1935 – 2002) English actor, comedian, composer & musician

1. Anyone can make a decision given enough facts. 2. A good manager can make a decision without enough facts. 3. A perfect manager can operate in perfect ignorance.

Typesetters always correct intentional errors, but fail to correct unintentional ones.