Key points

Being an over-thinker or perfectionist can sometimes slow down decision-making.

Shifting to a "temporary solution" mindset can help people make good decisions faster.

Dropping a "must-have" and embracing flexibility can also improve the decision-making process.

People who are deliberate, detail-focused, and responsible can sometimes get slowed down by those same strengths .

These five tips are for overthinkers , perfectionists , and anyone who has turned a 10-minute task into an hour-long slog. Or a two-hour project into a two-week think-athon, from second-guessing so much you don’t commit to a course of action.

When a task or decision is taking too long, pick one of these methods to get it done quickly so you can move on:

1. Imagine Your Solution as Temporary

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