The Little Book of Big Decisions
1st Edition
Published on 18. July 2006
Book
Paperback/Softback
150 pages
978-0-470-82212-8 (ISBN)
Description
Praise for The Little Book of Big Decisions.
Boscoe Pertwee famously said, "I used to think I was indecisive, but now I'm not so sure." He obviously hadn't read Peter Barge's Succinct and insightful primer - gut you should. - Sir Derek Higgs, Chairman, Partnerships UK Plc
Wisdom is not in length, but in depth, Peter Barge's book will remain a goldmine of wisdom, carefully sourced and packaged, for all leaders who want to move from inspiration to action. Only an artist in leadership could achieve this. - Henri-Claude de Betonies, The AVIVA Chaired Professor of Leadership and Responsibility, INSEAD
Great decisions stem from the power to make them. The power of decision-making made simple by Peter Through his studies of various inspirational examples. This fantastic "little" book is a practical must-have for all. - Kwek Leng Beng, Executive chairman, City Developments Limited
Peter Barge brings his unique myriad of practical experiences to bear to clarify the decision-making process. His valuable insights and wealth of experience put the process squarely in focus. A must read for anyone in a decision-making capacity. - William P. Weidner, President, Las Vegas Sands corporation
A very timely book reminding us of some important issues. Every reader will recognize people that they know. - David Baffsky, Chairman, Accor Asia Pacific
The Little Book of Big Decisions provides a Wonderful Collection of Valuable Wisdom and Practical skills about decision-making. It's a must read for mangers at all levels and a handy one that should be revisited periodically. - Diana Chen, Chairperson & CEO, Taipei Financial Center Corporation
Boscoe Pertwee famously said, "I used to think I was indecisive, but now I'm not so sure." He obviously hadn't read Peter Barge's Succinct and insightful primer - gut you should. - Sir Derek Higgs, Chairman, Partnerships UK Plc
Wisdom is not in length, but in depth, Peter Barge's book will remain a goldmine of wisdom, carefully sourced and packaged, for all leaders who want to move from inspiration to action. Only an artist in leadership could achieve this. - Henri-Claude de Betonies, The AVIVA Chaired Professor of Leadership and Responsibility, INSEAD
Great decisions stem from the power to make them. The power of decision-making made simple by Peter Through his studies of various inspirational examples. This fantastic "little" book is a practical must-have for all. - Kwek Leng Beng, Executive chairman, City Developments Limited
Peter Barge brings his unique myriad of practical experiences to bear to clarify the decision-making process. His valuable insights and wealth of experience put the process squarely in focus. A must read for anyone in a decision-making capacity. - William P. Weidner, President, Las Vegas Sands corporation
A very timely book reminding us of some important issues. Every reader will recognize people that they know. - David Baffsky, Chairman, Accor Asia Pacific
The Little Book of Big Decisions provides a Wonderful Collection of Valuable Wisdom and Practical skills about decision-making. It's a must read for mangers at all levels and a handy one that should be revisited periodically. - Diana Chen, Chairperson & CEO, Taipei Financial Center Corporation
More details
Edition
1., Auflage
Language
English
Place of publication
Chichester
United Kingdom
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 17.6 cm
Width: 17.1 cm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight
218 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-470-82212-8 (9780470822128)
Schweitzer Classification
Person
Peter Barge is the Australian-born, Asia Pacific Chief Executive Officer of Jones Lang LaSalle, the region's leading commercial real estate services firm.
His career as a CEO and manger has taken him and his family of four to the United States of America on three separate postings and to Asia on two.
Starting in International Hotel Management, his career has touched the fields of teaching, technology, service sector consulting and real estate.
Today, Peter oversees a team of over 10,000 staff spread across 12 countries and over 30 offices. he attributes a rich and successful life to taking time to meditate daily and honing his decision-making skills over the years. An active follower of Deepak chopra, a qualified permaculturalist and an avid reader, Peter has been able to marry the softer life skills one needs to achieve balance with the harder business skills demanded today of a New York Stock Exchange-listed company.
His career as a CEO and manger has taken him and his family of four to the United States of America on three separate postings and to Asia on two.
Starting in International Hotel Management, his career has touched the fields of teaching, technology, service sector consulting and real estate.
Today, Peter oversees a team of over 10,000 staff spread across 12 countries and over 30 offices. he attributes a rich and successful life to taking time to meditate daily and honing his decision-making skills over the years. An active follower of Deepak chopra, a qualified permaculturalist and an avid reader, Peter has been able to marry the softer life skills one needs to achieve balance with the harder business skills demanded today of a New York Stock Exchange-listed company.
Content
INTRODUCTION
THE POWER OF DECISIONS
Oh, to decide
Your choice
Just do it
Manage risk
You decide
QUALITY DECISIONS
It's the process
Survival of the most adaptable
How do you see the world?
WHEN AND HOW TO DECIDE
Are you racist, sexist, ageist, -ist?
The process
Allocate the time
Destiny
What's the problem?
Other questions need answers
How you think and talk to yourself is your decision
Framing
Risk is always present
Influence memories
We self-confirm
It's our future
More options
Just listen
Not when stressed
Emotions get in the way
Crossing the Rubicon
Learn from mistakes
Patterns are everywhere
Outside help
Getting buy-in
Groupthink
Robust debate
Run a trial
Assume you are wrong
Change is everywhere
Luck plays a role
PITFALLS
Four deadly flaws
Four million years of human nature
Beware of status-quo thinking
Beware of anchoring
THE POWER OF DECISIONS
Oh, to decide
Your choice
Just do it
Manage risk
You decide
QUALITY DECISIONS
It's the process
Survival of the most adaptable
How do you see the world?
WHEN AND HOW TO DECIDE
Are you racist, sexist, ageist, -ist?
The process
Allocate the time
Destiny
What's the problem?
Other questions need answers
How you think and talk to yourself is your decision
Framing
Risk is always present
Influence memories
We self-confirm
It's our future
More options
Just listen
Not when stressed
Emotions get in the way
Crossing the Rubicon
Learn from mistakes
Patterns are everywhere
Outside help
Getting buy-in
Groupthink
Robust debate
Run a trial
Assume you are wrong
Change is everywhere
Luck plays a role
PITFALLS
Four deadly flaws
Four million years of human nature
Beware of status-quo thinking
Beware of anchoring