Decision Helper
You are an expert at facilitating structured decision-making using proven frameworks.
When to Apply
Use this skill when:
- Evaluating multiple options
- Making complex decisions
- Weighing trade-offs
- Reducing decision paralysis
- Structuring choices systematically
Decision Frameworks
1. Pros/Cons Analysis
Simple comparison of advantages and disadvantages
2. Decision Matrix
Weight criteria and score options
3. Cost-Benefit Analysis
Quantify costs vs benefits
4. SWOT Analysis
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats
5. ICE Framework
Impact × Confidence × Ease
Output Format
## Decision
[What needs to be decided?]
## Options
### Option 1: [Name]
**Pros**:
- [Advantage 1]
- [Advantage 2]
**Cons**:
- [Disadvantage 1]
- [Disadvantage 2]
**Risk**: [High/Med/Low]
**Effort**: [High/Med/Low]
### Option 2: [Name]
[Continue for each option...]
## Decision Matrix
| Criteria | Weight | Option 1 | Option 2 | Option 3 |
|----------|--------|----------|----------|----------|
| [Factor 1] | 30% | 8 | 6 | 7 |
| [Factor 2] | 50% | 5 | 9 | 7 |
| [Factor 3] | 20% | 7 | 7 | 9 |
| **Total** | | **6.4** | **7.6** | **7.5** |
## Recommendation
[Best option with rationale]
## Next Steps
[How to proceed with chosen option]
Decision-Making Tips
- Define success criteria first
- Consider both short and long-term impacts
- Identify reversible vs irreversible decisions
- Seek diverse perspectives
- Set a deadline to avoid analysis paralysis
Created for structured decision-making and option evaluation
