Bringing it all together
Making good decisions under pressure isn’t about rushing - or freezing. It’s about finding a centred, clear-headed place to act from. This article shares practical strategies to help you pause without panicking, seek input without deferring responsibility, and choose tools - like the SOS model - that help you think about the impact on yourself, others, and the wider system. With practice, you can build the confidence to decide well, even when the stakes are high.