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Category: Decision Making
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This article focuses on the importance of integrating sustainability early in design and construction processes, emphasizing its value in enhancing environmental, financial, and social outcomes. It highlights common misconceptions about the costs and complexities of sustainable practices while advocating for strong sustainability programs tailored to specific projects. Effective communication with stakeholders is crucial for success.…
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It usually starts with a sketch. A hand-drawn map. A rough massing model. A few bullet points on a whiteboard. Someone says, “This could be something.” But between that first idea and a real, permitted, financed, and viable project lies a long stretch of decisions and dependencies that too often get overlooked. That’s where the…
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The post emphasizes the importance of integrating a clear review and approval process into project design management. It highlights how vision alone is insufficient for successful project execution without a structured approval strategy that addresses both internal and external stakeholders. Through examples from various developments, it illustrates how confusion in approvals can lead to delays,…
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The narrative of Max in “Where the Wild Things Are” illustrates the importance of imagination, connection, and the value of returning to one’s roots. Leadership thrives on genuine relationships rather than authority, and knowing when to pause can lead to better outcomes. Ultimately, meaningful creation is about balancing wildness with warmth and human connections.
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The author reflects on an interview with King Charles, emphasizing the importance of taking risks and aiming high in life. Despite not getting the job, the experience provided valuable insights and personal growth.
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Harold’s journey in ‘Harold and the Purple Crayon’ illustrates essential lessons in creativity, simplicity, storytelling, exploration, and intuition, vital for professionals in design and development. Constraints drive innovation, clarity is key, compelling narratives engage, and experiential insight shapes better decisions.
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Effective decision-making is crucial for success. A structured 5-step framework helps clarify goals, assess situations, evaluate options, analyze criteria, and plan execution, transforming decision-making into a skill improved through practice.
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After making a decision, focus on implementation through a structured action plan that includes key steps, timelines, budget allocation, and risk management strategies, ensuring clarity and accountability for successful execution.
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Multi-Criteria Analysis (MCA) offers a structured approach to decision-making by objectively comparing options based on prioritized criteria. This method minimizes biases, quantifies decisions, and clarifies rankings, ensuring choices align with goals and reduce uncertainty.
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At this stage in the decision-making process, you’ve already defined your goal and assessed your current situation. Now it’s time to consider the available paths forward. This step is crucial because the quality of your decision depends on the breadth and depth of your options. The more possibilities you explore, the better your chances of…
The Barnes Perspective: Thoughts, Ideas & Lessons Learned from Joseph Barnes 