{"id":331,"date":"2022-03-01T14:37:37","date_gmt":"2022-03-01T19:37:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.istratus.com\/blog\/?p=331"},"modified":"2022-03-03T11:37:24","modified_gmt":"2022-03-03T16:37:24","slug":"weigh-it-up-making-decisions-with-a-checklist-approach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/istratus.com\/blog\/day-planner\/weigh-it-up-making-decisions-with-a-checklist-approach\/","title":{"rendered":"Weigh It Up: Making Decisions with a \u2018Checklist\u2019 Approach"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201c<\/span>Analysis paralysis<\/span><\/i>\u201d (Yes, it exists!) can hit us all when faced with a challenging decision. Often, we wish to avoid making the \u201cwrong\u201d choice so we expend a huge amount of energy analyzing every possibility or potential disaster.<\/span><\/p>\n

On the flip side, sometimes we are convinced that we know what the best solution is. Decisions are quick and subsequently. Sometimes, we can omit poignant alternatives.<\/span><\/p>\n

Weighing up the \u201c<\/span>pros and cons<\/b>\u201d is a simple but effective decision-making strategy. It is well known for highlighting different angles, solutions, and assured choices. This article will address using iStratus to analyze the <\/span>pros and cons<\/b> of a choice quantitatively for all-around well-informed decisions.\u00a0 We hope this process will help you become more productive and efficient at decision making.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Quantitative Pros and Cons \u2013\u00a0 What Are They?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Weighing up the <\/span>pros and cons<\/b> can improve your understanding of a situation and help avoid\u00a0decision-making paralysis. Using a simple \u201cpros\u201d and \u201ccons\u201d list encourages objective decisions without those \u201cgut feelings\u201d impacting choice. It boosts perspective and can help one reach a balanced, informed decision.<\/span><\/p>\n

One side is likely to feature more points than the other in countless situations. Thus, making the decision-making process easier. iStratus\u2019s <\/span>Checklist<\/span><\/i> feature easily highlights your thoughts. When constructing a \u201c<\/span>Pros and Cons<\/b>\u201d<\/span> list, select the format that works best for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Creating a Pros and Cons List Effectively<\/span><\/h2>\n

To achieve the best results from a pros and cons list, iStratus suggests organizing and undertaking the process as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n