Making Wise Decisions – Part 1

In today’s fast-paced world, the quality of our decisions often determines the trajectory of our business and career. Yet, in a culture that prizes quick answers, we often forget one simple but powerful truth, wisdom is not innate; it is often requested, received, and applied.

Joseph, a young Hebrew prisoner, was brought before Pharaoh with one job, interpret a dream that confused Egypt’s greatest minds. Joseph said, “I cannot do it, but God will give Pharaoh the answer he desires.” (Genesis 41:16).

Joseph asked for wisdom beyond himself, and because he did, he saved a nation and rose to become a prime minister. Asking is not a weakness, it is wisdom. In the boardroom, on the factory floor, in crisis meetings, and strategy sessions, true leaders are those who pause to ask the right questions, seek the right counsel, and draw from deeper wells of wisdom.

The Value of Asking

• Seeking wisdom ensures that decisions are not driven by ego, but by insight.
• The best ideas arise when diverse minds engage. Asking for input, feedback, or fresh perspectives fosters a culture of innovation and resilience.
• When you ask for wisdom, whether from data, people, or God, you’d make informed, sustainable decisions.
• Wise entrepreneurs surround themselves with mentors, advisors, and even prayer partners who offer clarity in uncertainty.

As you go into this new week;

• Pause Before You Decide.
• Ask Boldly and Seek Humbly.
• Create a Wisdom Culture. Encourage your team to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and value insight over speed.
• Reflect Like Joseph: When faced with a challenge, don’t be afraid to say, “I may not know, but I know where to go for the answer.”

In a world driven by results, let’s remember that results that endure are often built on decisions made from the place of wisdom. And sometimes, the greatest power is in knowing when to pause, when to ask, and where to seek.

Just like Joseph, your moment of breakthrough may not come from knowing it all, but from asking the right person at the right time.

Beyond seeking wisdom from mentors and colleagues, cultivate a habit of asking God for wisdom, because His wisdom surpasses all others. When your decisions are guided by divine insight, you rise above limitations in life, career, and business. You cannot operate with wisdom from above and remain beneath.

You were MADE FOR MORE.
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