decision-helper

# 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 ```markdown ## 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*