1. What is an informed decision?
A choice based on as much
information as is available at
the time.

2. D = Define
Identify the problem.
Identify just what the problem or decision is.
What are your needs and situation in this
decision or problem:

3. E = Explore
• Generate alternatives.
• List as many possible solutions as you can
without thinking about whether they are good
or bad.

4. C = Criticize
• Evaluate alternatives
• Determine the consequences of each decision
or solution.
• List the pluses and minuses for each.

5. I = Indicate
• Select the alternative that is best for you.
• It may be a combination of alternatives.
• Be sure the solution is honestly acceptable to
you.

6. D = Develop
• Make plans and act on your decision.
• Plan specific ways you decision can be acted
out.
• Then act out your decision.

7. E = Evaluate
• Check out results.
• Review the outcome of your decision.
• Go through the steps again if you are
dissatisfied.

8. DECIDE
• Define the problem or decision
• Explore alternatives
• Criticize the alternatives
• Indicate the best solution
• Develop a plan
• Evaluate your results