I have argued for some time that "taking a pause" and "considering
one other option" are two of the most powerful techniques we have for
making better decisions, both at work and in life.
I was pleased to see a public service announcement during the American Idol hit show last week. (I was watching with my daughter. Really.)
Sponsored by the Kaiser Family Foundation and the Fox Network people, the 15-second bit is the front end of a larger effort to help kids with life decisions, such as sex and drugs.
When you give yourself a minute to think, you give yourself a chance to make a better decision.
Check out the Pong game banner ad at this link. Click "Watch & Listen."
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