The decisiveness you admire could be a risk-averse way to cope with fear of the unknown
Decisiveness may look courageous. We admire leaders who have the instincts to decode complexities and say, "Here's what we should do. Follow me." We're uncomfortable in the neutral zone, unsure and a bit overwhelmed. But, the decisiveness we admire can often be premature. It may lead us astray, even when we convince ourselves that doing something is better than waiting. [...]