Free online event
Become a better decision-maker in government
Exclusively for public servants and policymakers
Wednesday, Aug 30, 2023
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You'll learn how to:
- Understand the steps involved in the decision-making process
- Dissect difficult choices and help others make the right call
- Identify common behavioural biases and strategies to overcome them
Speakers
Register for Apolitical's How to Make Better Decisions free course.
Useful resources
- Sandy's decision-making resources
- How to improve decision-making in uncertain situations, article by Sandra Naranjo Bautista
- Ask me anything about... influencing a decision-maker, event recording with Sandra Naranjo Bautista
- How can citizens be part of better decision making for their life? Q&A thread
The decisions made by public servants have a profound impact on societies worldwide. From shaping policies that influence healthcare, education and social care to addressing complex challenges in housing and beyond, every decision shapes the lives of countless individuals.
However, making decisions is no easy feat
Watch this free online event to explore the art of making better decisions in the public service, equipping you with the tools and insights to navigate complexities and emerge as a more effective decision-maker.
Who should watch:
This workshop is for public servants and policymakers who are eager to improve their decision-making skills, whether you are involved in policy formulation, service delivery, or any other capacity.
Interested in how Apolitical can support you and your organisation? Learn about collaborating with us.
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Speakers
Sandra Naranjo Bautista
CEO of Better Govs and former Acting Vice President and Minister of Planning and Development of Ecuador
Australia
Jeff Kreisler
Head of Behavioral Science for JP Morgan Chase and Founding Editor of PeopleScience
United States
Alexander Puutio
Academic, Consultant and former Senior Advisor at the United Nations
United States
Sandra Naranjo Bautista, public policy specialist and the former Acting Vice President and Minister of Planning and Development of Ecuador. She is the Founder and CEO of Better Govs, a platform that helps public servants implement projects that transform lives, and Senior Governance Advisor to different international organisations including Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the World Bank. Sandra is also a guest lecturer at the Harvard Kennedy School, where she graduated with a Masters in Public Administration and International Development.
Jeff Kreisler, just a typical Princeton educated lawyer turned award-winning comedian, best-selling author and champion for behavioral science, uses research, real life and humor to understand, explain and change the world. Jeff’s second book – Dollars And Sense: How We Misthink Money and How To Spend Smarter - is available in 23 countries and was dubbed Best Business Book of the Year by Business Insider, Investopedia, Huffington Post, Audible, and the Washington Post ("A brilliant and accessible look at behavioral economics"). He is Head of Behavioral Science for JP Morgan Chase and Founding Editor of PeopleScience, won the Bill Hicks Spirit Award for Thought Provoking Comedy, writes for TV, politicians & CEO and has appeared on CNBC, CNN, FoxNews, MSNBC, the BBC and at events across most of this planet. The New York Times calls him “Delectable,” The Economist said his was “A truly special event” and his kids still think he’s “cool.” His first book was the satire Get Rich Cheating. http://JeffKreisler.com
