did you make a Choice or Decision today

In last week’s post, we touched on the power of choices. The future is ours to shape. Don’t just make a choice—make a decision to lead the change.

Now, let’s take that thought further and explore the critical difference between a choice and a decision—because understanding this distinction can change the trajectory of your life.

Choice vs. Decision: What’s the Difference?

According to the Oxford Dictionary:

• A choice is "the act of selecting or making a decision when faced with two or more possibilities." (Example: "the choice between good and evil.")

• A decision is "a conclusion or resolution reached after consideration." (Example: "I'll make the decision on my own.")

We often use these words interchangeably, but we shouldn’t. Understanding their true meaning will shift your mindset and transform how you navigate life.

The Impact of Everyday Choices

From the moment you wake up, your day is filled with choices—how you take your coffee, the way you style your hair, the route you take to work. Many of these choices are automatic, made without a second thought. Ever arrived at your destination and wondered how you got there?

Some choices require more thought, especially when faced with unfamiliar situations. But most of the time, we default to what’s familiar—our biases, past experiences, logic, or external influences like reviews. Where is the critical thinking that pushes us beyond our comfort zones?

The Power of Making a Decision

Here’s the shift: instead of simply making a choice from the options presented, decide to consciously explore a different path by eliminating the bias and use critical thinking to achieve desired outcomes efficiently. Get into the habit of looking beyond the choices because by definition a decision is "a resolution reached after consideration". 

And that decision-making process is what fuels change—sparking new behaviors, fresh perspectives, and a deeper analysis of whether our actions truly lead to the results we want. 

There is immense power in the phrase: "I have made a decision."
It signifies commitment. It grants you permission to move forward. It sharpens your focus.

But decisions need fuel. And that fuel is discipline (we’ll explore this in a future blog).

Going Beyond the Status Quo

A true decision is more than just picking between options—it’s an intentional, critical evaluation of creative solutions. It’s what drives us to exceed expectations, break barriers, and build new systems, communities, and ways of leading.

So, next time when you're at a crossroad, ask yourself: Will I make a choice, or will I you make a decision?