Comments on: #1-Navy Seal lesson – “Take Decisive Action!”

By: Michael

Michael — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 11:21:47 +0000

One more thing…whether it’s Navy Seals or Marines (OOHRAH!), after taking decisive action you have to commit to follow through. Don’t abandon your decision too soon because there is some push back…and usually with big decisions there will always be push back. That’s not to say that you can’t adjust course if the plan isn’t working or if the decision is a bit off. However, if (when) you make an off decision, be upfront about it, adjust and carry on. People respect leaders that are open, honest and see things through.

Clear up!
Two-Pie

By: ArtieDavis

ArtieDavis — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 23:30:24 +0000

I like that Buddy! If you have to go in, you better trust those you are with! Good stuff bro!

By: Buddy Knight

Buddy Knight — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 22:01:07 +0000

Taking decisive action requires that you also take responsibility for the decision. That produces risk, and our culture, and the Church, is astoundingly risk-averse.

But, if I gotta go into a hot area, I want SEALS around me!

Check six!
Buddy

By: artie

artie — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 20:35:51 +0000

Thanks Dan, appreciate the comment.

By: Dan Rockwell

Dan Rockwell — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:04:07 +0000

Artie,

I just love your post.

Deciding to be decisive is tough. You are hitting on a key roadblock to decision making. I like to say that perfection is the enemy of progress.

One thing that may aid decisiveness is putting time limits on the length of meetings or the amount of time you'll discuss a topic in a meeting. Get adequate input and then ask, "What's keeping us from making a decision right now?" Pull the dang trigger and move on.

In addition, in church world trying to please everyone means we end up doing nothing.

Thanks for a stimulating post. You got me thinking about something near and dear to my heart.

Leadership Freak,

Dan Rockwell