GASPRO International Journal of Eminent Scholars

Decision-making skills are integral to effective leadership, serving as a crucial factor in achieving organisational success and fostering team cohesion. This study aims to examine decision-making as a foundational element of good leadership, examining various skills and strategies leaders employ to enhance decision outcomes. The study explores the types of decision-making skills that include creativity skills, leadership skills, emotional intelligence skills, and problem-solving skills. It also discussed the potency of decision-making skills in good leadership, which consist of enhancing risk management, promoting adaptability and responsiveness, engaging stakeholders, and building consensus, which enable leaders to balance various factors, foresee prospective outcomes, and make informed choices that can inspire trust and foster flexibility in their team. The study further delves into the contribution of each type of decision-making skill and their impact on good leadership. The study concludes that decision-making skills empower leaders to respond confidently to change, foster a positive work environment, and drive strategic progress. One of the recommendations provided was that leaders should develop and maintain a collaborative decision-making environment. By seeking input from diverse team members and encouraging open discussions, leaders can gain multiple perspectives, which can lead to more well-rounded decisions.

Keywords: Decision Making, Skill, Component and Good Leadership