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Decision Matrix
Clarity through comparison. Name your options, score each against what actually matters, and let the totals surface the choice you were already leaning toward, or the one you were avoiding.
"When the decision is hard, the criteria are unclear. Make them explicit and the choice gets quieter."
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- 1.Rename the options and criteria, they're editable.
- 2.Score each cell 0–10 for how well it delivers.
- 3.Watch the totals. The best column marks itself.
| Criterion | Option A | Option B | Option C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long-term impact | 8 | 6 | 5 |
| Alignment with principles | 9 | 5 | 7 |
| Effort & cost | 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Reversibility | 7 | 9 | 4 |
| What I'd learn | 9 | 6 | 8 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Click any score to edit · totals recalculate live