Ep. 109, The Surprising Reason Great Leaders Avoid 'Best Decisions'

Ever wonder why your team doesn’t trust your choices? Research shows it’s not about results. It’s about how you decide.   Every day you make thousands of decisions, and chasing the “best” one only leads to stress and second-guessing. In this episode, Jenn reveals why your process matters more than your outcome and how leaders can shift from exhausting decision fatigue to resilient, joy-filled choices.   Here’s What’s in the Episode 3:30 Why "making the best decision" may steal your joy and what you can learn from gambling. 4:26 The bad decision habit that is everywhere in leadership circles. 6:01 What you actually need to make make decisions as a leader. 9:38 The practical process for making decisions that restore joy.   Key Takeaway Wisdom plays a stronger game of joy than knowledge ever could.   About the Host: Jenn Whitmer Jenn is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity™, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps leaders and organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces. Her insights have resonated with audiences worldwide, blending real-world leadership expertise, engaging storytelling, and a dash of humor to make the hard stuff easier. Whether on stage, in workshops, or with coaching clients, Jenn equips leaders with the tools they need to solve conflict, cultivate communication, and lead with purpose. Her upcoming book Joyosity hits shelves fall 2025, offering leaders a fresh approach to joy at work that builds real results.   Resources & Links: Preorder Joyosity: Joyosity: How to Cultivate Intense Happiness in Work & Life (Even If Things Are What They Are) Joy isn’t extra — it’s fierce strategy. This book gives leaders the tools to turn exhaustion into resilience and build cultures where work is a joy, people are whole, and organizations flourish. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity™ Jumpstart → Get crystal clear on what you want, what’s in the way, and how to move forward with traction. Starting the Journey: Enneagram Navigator → Stop guessing your type. In this 1:1 session, get clarity on your motivations and blind spots. Ready to Dive In: Joyosity™ Intensive → A one-day transformative experience to realign with your values and build a practical plan for joyful leadership. A Party for More: Bring Jenn & the Joy to Speak → Bring the spark (not just the spark notes!) to your whole team with contagious joy, practical tools, and plenty of laughter. Loved this episode? Rate, review, and share with a fellow leader who’s ready to ditch the drama and lead with more joy, curiosity, and clarity.