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112: How to make big decisions with Dr. Apollo Emeka

112: How to make big decisions with Dr. Apollo Emeka

Update: 2025-09-04
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We think we are making important decisions all the time. But are they? Or are they inherited decisions ...or default decisions. What is the difference? Dr. Apollo Emeka , FBI Analyst, Green Beret...and a big decisions guy talks about 3 types of decisions and what they mean. He helps executives make decisions so bold, that the path becomes clear.

You can find him on LinkedIn (he is on there so much, he might need a support group) at linkedin.com/in/apolloemekaChapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Decision Making

03:02 The Importance of Big Decisions

05:51 Quitting vs. Starting: The Key to Focus

08:35 Understanding Decision Boxes

11:48 The Role of Big Decisions in Management

14:43 Data-Informed vs. Data-Driven Decisions

17:41 Personal Stories of Big Decisions

20:33 Navigating Change as a New Manager

23:27 The Importance of Understanding Existing Systems

26:23 Fractals in Decision Making

29:11 Communication and the Back Brief Technique


Takeaways

Decisions determine your trajectory, while habits optimize it.

Quitting is more important than starting; it frees up resources.

Inherited and default decisions often limit our choices.

Big decisions should light you up and align with your mission.

Data should inform decisions, not drive them.

A back brief ensures everyone is on the same page.

New managers must understand existing systems before making changes.

Personal mission statements can clarify decision-making.

The importance of context in decision-making cannot be overstated.

Engaging your team in decision-making fosters inclusivity and clarity.




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112: How to make big decisions with Dr. Apollo Emeka

112: How to make big decisions with Dr. Apollo Emeka

Jeremy Doran