How to Make Faster Business Decisions Without All the Data | Decision-Making for Leaders & Entrepreneurs
Tue Feb 03 2026
Most business owners, leaders, and entrepreneurs don't struggle because they make bad decisions — they struggle because they wait too long to make them.
In this episode of SoTellUs Time, we break down how to make faster, smarter business decisions even when you don't have all the data. The truth is, you'll almost never have perfect information — and waiting for certainty often costs more than making the wrong call.
If you've ever delayed hiring, pricing changes, marketing decisions, promotions, or system upgrades because you wanted "one more report" or "a little more clarity," this episode is for you.
We cover proven decision-making frameworks used by high-level leaders, CEOs, and fast-growing companies to move with confidence, reduce bottlenecks, and create momentum — without reckless guessing.
What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why waiting for perfect data is dangerous for growth
How indecision silently kills momentum and confuses teams
The 70% Rule for knowing when you have enough information
How to separate reversible vs irreversible decisions
Simple decision frameworks you can use immediately
Why action creates clarity faster than waiting
How great leaders build confidence in their decisions over time
This episode is especially powerful for:
✔ Business owners
✔ Entrepreneurs
✔ CEOs & founders
✔ Managers & team leaders
✔ Anyone feeling stuck in decision paralysis
Key Takeaway: Speed plus adjustment beats slow and perfect almost every time.
Subscribe for weekly leadership, business growth, and decision-making insights
Learn more about the SoTellUs Time podcast: https://youtube.com/sotellus
Chapters (Boosts Retention & Search) 0:00 – Why Leaders Delay Decisions
1:30 – The Real Cost of Waiting for More Data
4:00 – The 70% Rule: When You Have Enough Information
7:00 – Reversible vs Irreversible Decisions Explained
10:00 – Simple Decision Frameworks That Work
12:30 – How Leaders Build Decision Confidence
14:00 – Final Takeaways & Action Challenge
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Most business owners, leaders, and entrepreneurs don't struggle because they make bad decisions — they struggle because they wait too long to make them. In this episode of SoTellUs Time, we break down how to make faster, smarter business decisions even when you don't have all the data. The truth is, you'll almost never have perfect information — and waiting for certainty often costs more than making the wrong call. If you've ever delayed hiring, pricing changes, marketing decisions, promotions, or system upgrades because you wanted "one more report" or "a little more clarity," this episode is for you. We cover proven decision-making frameworks used by high-level leaders, CEOs, and fast-growing companies to move with confidence, reduce bottlenecks, and create momentum — without reckless guessing. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why waiting for perfect data is dangerous for growth How indecision silently kills momentum and confuses teams The 70% Rule for knowing when you have enough information How to separate reversible vs irreversible decisions Simple decision frameworks you can use immediately Why action creates clarity faster than waiting How great leaders build confidence in their decisions over time This episode is especially powerful for: ✔ Business owners ✔ Entrepreneurs ✔ CEOs & founders ✔ Managers & team leaders ✔ Anyone feeling stuck in decision paralysis Key Takeaway: Speed plus adjustment beats slow and perfect almost every time. Subscribe for weekly leadership, business growth, and decision-making insights Learn more about the SoTellUs Time podcast: https://youtube.com/sotellus Chapters (Boosts Retention & Search) 0:00 – Why Leaders Delay Decisions 1:30 – The Real Cost of Waiting for More Data 4:00 – The 70% Rule: When You Have Enough Information 7:00 – Reversible vs Irreversible Decisions Explained 10:00 – Simple Decision Frameworks That Work 12:30 – How Leaders Build Decision Confidence 14:00 – Final Takeaways & Action Challenge business decision making how to make decisions faster leadership decision making entrepreneur decision making decision making for business owners how to make better decisions decision paralysis business leadership skills CEO decision making entrepreneur mindset how to think like a leader decision making frameworks business growth strategies leadership development decision making under uncertainty how leaders make decisions scaling a business business strategy podcast SoTellUs Time Trevor Howard