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Decide on Purpose

by Jon Close

Feb 21, 2026

Clarity is a force multiplier.

Unclear leaders hesitate, revisit decisions, and unintentionally slow momentum. Clear leaders decide—even when the decision is
not perfect.
As Patrick Lencioni teaches, clarity removes friction. When leaders provide clarity, teams move with confidence. When they don’t, teams stall, second-guess, or fill in the gaps themselves.
Purpose-driven leadership requires decisiveness—not certainty.

This Week's Practice

Before your next decision, pause and ask:

What does success look like here-and what does it not look like?

Say it out loud
Write it down
Then decide-and communicate the decision clearly.

Clarity first. Confidence follows.

DISC Insight - How Each Style Approaches Clarity & Decision-Making

D - Dominance (Results/Speed/Control

You move fast and value action—but may outrun clarity. Guard against rework by slowing just long enough to define success upfront. Clear direction allows you to move fast without creating drag behind you.

I - Influence (People/Optimism/Ideas)

You see many possibilities and can change direction quickly. Clarity helps you narrow focus and communicate a consistent message, so others aren’t confused by shifting enthusiasm or priorities.

S - Support (Stability/Support/Harmony

You prefer consensus and may delay decisions to keep the peace. Clarity reduces stress—for you and others—by removing ambiguity. Clear decisions create safety, not tension.

C- Cautious (Accuracy/Logic/Quality)

You seek certainty and complete information. The trap is waiting too long. Aim for 70% clarity, make the best decision available, and refine as new information emerges. Progress beats perfection.

Bottom Line:

Speed follows clarity—not confidence. Purposeful leaders decide clearly, communicate simply, and move forward decisively.

Lead well this week—by protecting what fuels your leadership!

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