Episode Summary
In this episode of Mondays with Mike, Mike Staver addresses the common challenge of clients who freeze when faced with tough decisions. He suggests that this hesitancy often stems from fear of negative outcomes or concerns about impacting others. Mike proposes starting by asking what the client is most concerned might happen if they go forward with a decision, or what the toughest aspect of the decision is. He also recommends exploring their greatest hopes for positive outcomes and then breaking down the decision into small, manageable steps to alleviate the overwhelm.
Key Takeaways
- Hesitation in decision-making often originates from fear of negative consequences or impacting others.
- Coaches should explore what concerns clients about making a decision, as well as their hopes for positive outcomes.
- Breaking down tough decisions into small, actionable steps can help clients overcome paralysis.
Notable Quotes
- “What is it, what is it that you are concerned might happen if you went forward?”
- “Most of the time, if they’re hesitant to make a decision, it’s because they’re fearful of what will happen if the decision goes wrong.”
- “What is one small step you could take in the direction of that decision?”
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