"الحسم هو صفة من صفات الرجال والنساء ذوي الأداء العالي. أي قرار تقريباً أفضل من عدم اتخاذ أي قرار على الإطلاق."

You know that feeling of being stuck in indecision? It's a paralyzing place to be, whether you’re trying to choose what to eat for dinner or making a career move. The quote we're looking at here boils down to one simple truth: making decisions, even if they aren't perfect, is a hallmark of successful people. It’s not about making the perfect choice every time but about the act of choosing and moving forward.

Historically, and especially in high-stakes environments like business or military operations, decisiveness has always been key. Imagine a battlefield where a commander is unable to make a quick decision. Chaos ensues, right? Compare that to a leader who makes a swift call—even if it’s not the best decision, it's better than the paralysis of indecision. This is why, throughout history, leaders have been trained and valued for their ability to make decisions swiftly and confidently.

Take the example of Steve Jobs. He wasn’t always right—far from it. Remember the Apple Lisa? Probably not, because it was a flop. But Jobs didn't let that failure stop him. He made a decision, saw it through, and when it didn’t work out, he made another decision and moved on. This decisiveness allowed him to ultimately lead Apple to create some of the most iconic products of our time. If he had hesitated every time he faced a tough choice, who knows where Apple would be today?

Now, how can you apply this in your life? Start small. Next time you’re stuck on a decision, give yourself a time limit. Maybe it’s five minutes for smaller choices or a day for bigger ones. The goal is to build the habit of deciding and then adapting based on the outcome. This doesn’t mean you should be reckless—do your homework, but don’t get lost in analysis paralysis. Make a decision and commit to it.

Let's paint a picture. Imagine you’re at a coffee shop with a friend, and you’re both talking about this big project you’ve been sitting on. You can't decide whether to go all-in or wait for the “perfect” moment. Your friend looks you in the eye and says, "Just go for it. What's the worst that could happen?" You realize she’s right. You decide then and there to commit to your project, setting aside your fears of imperfection. You feel a weight lift off your shoulders—finally, you’re moving forward.

So next time you’re faced with a decision, big or small, remember that moving forward is better than standing still. Decisiveness is a muscle you can strengthen. The more you use it, the more natural it becomes. Soon enough, you’ll find yourself navigating decisions with the calm confidence of someone who knows that progress, even imperfect progress, is the key to success.

In the end, it’s not about always being right. It’s about being willing to take a step, learn from it, and keep going. So, give yourself permission to decide and trust that you’ll figure out the rest as you go. That’s how high performers do it, and you can too.