Clear Decisions
A decision can be thoughtful without becoming a 47-tab archaeological dig. These tools make options, constraints, evidence, reversibility, and next steps visible enough for a real choice to happen.
How to Run an After-Action Review for a Small Project
Run an after-action review by comparing a small project's original aim with what actually happened, examining the evidence for the difference, and…
How to Run a Premortem for a Small Project
A premortem asks a group to imagine that its proposed project has failed, then identify possible explanations before work proceeds.
How to Write a One-Page Decision Memo
Write a one-page decision memo by stating the choice and deadline, summarizing the current situation, and listing two to four genuine options, including…