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spontaneous decision making

/spɒnˈtəneɪs dɪˈsɪʒən meɪkɪŋ/ · spon·ta·ne·ous de·ci·sion mak·ing
noun
  1. The process of making decisions without prior planning or deliberation. The team's spontaneous decision making during the crisis led to a successful outcome.
  2. A style of leadership or management that encourages employees to make decisions quickly and independently. The company's CEO adopted a spontaneous decision making approach to stay competitive in the market.
verb
  1. To make a decision without prior planning or deliberation. The team spontaneously decided to take a break during the meeting.
  2. To adopt a style of leadership or management that encourages employees to make decisions quickly and independently. The manager spontaneously decided to empower her team to make decisions on their own.
Did you know? The concept of spontaneous decision making has been studied in various fields, including psychology, business, and organizational behavior, to understand its impact on team performance and productivity.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 27, 2026