The first step in decision making is the recognition of the problem or the situation and then definition of the problem. Decision making will not take place, until you recognize it is necessary. This process of recognition involves becoming aware of the factors that initiate or indicate the need for a decision. Unless there is clarity regarding felt difficulty, one cannot go through effective decision making process. The problem is situation must be analysed with all the relevant information required to identify the accurate problem and specify why the problem has risen, what are the reasons, and what further information is needed. In depth examination of the problem or situations will help in an effective decision making. Along with the problem identification, one also has to identify the restriction and opportunities imposed by the physical and socio economic environment, to be able to clearly asses the problem in the right perspectives.
Until we consciously recognize a decision must be made, no decision exists. This does not mean we ignore the need for a decision. It means that we are not consciously aware of the need for a decision.
It has been emphasized that recognizing that a decision has to be made is the first part of the decision-making process. One must not only recognize that a decision needs to be made but one should also be aware of the factors that have created or brought about this need.
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Poor grades of the child in class – Reasons may be
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