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What Determines a Good Leader… 5 Standards That Must Be Established Before Data

The starting point of good decision-making lies in predetermining the criteria for judgment rather than gathering more data. Distinguishing between reversible and irreversible decisions allows for a more efficient allocation of review time and decision-making authority. Pre-establishing the ultimate decision-maker, basis of judgment, and failure criteria can reduce unnecessary meetings and the likelihood of post-hoc rationalization. AI autonomy should be designed by considering not only technical performance but also the risk, ambiguity, and reversibility of the decision. The core role of a leader is not to make every decision personally, but to build a structure that enables the organization to repeatedly make good decisions based on consistent standards.