Decision Making Under Pressure : A Crisis Management Sourcebook for Practitioners

In today’s world, the need for effective crisis management extends far beyond traditional emergency response personnel.With an increasing number of people facing high-stakes decisions under pressure, the demand for agile resilient and critical thinking problem-solvers is higher than ever.The aging demographic in emergency services and the high turnover due to burnout makes it challenging to build expertise through experience alone.This book addresses these issues, providing a knowledge base to help individuals and teams operate effectively in volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous environments. This comprehensive guide covers a range of topics essential for navigating and leading in crises.It offers insights into the trends contributing to today’s turbulent landscape and provides strategies for resilient and agile problem-solving.Readers will learn how to lead teams in uncertain conditions, mobilize and manage resources effectively, and enhance coordination among multiple organiza