A wonderful book. Highly recommended. You will enjoy reading it. Written in a very engaging prose. Nowhere would you feel being stuck or bored. Pick it up if you get a chance. Thanks to the author for a review copy.

This book explains an intriguing exploration of decision-making through the lens of various high-stakes scenarios. The inclusion of perspectives from a Cold War submarine commander, a Wall Street executive, and a White House director suggests a diverse and comprehensive approach to understanding judgment in critical situations. It's a valuable read for those interested in leadership, strategy, and the complexities of decision-making in different realms.

In 'Judgment: The Art of Momentous Decision-Making,' Chris Mailander skillfully unravels the complex web of factors, pivotal moments, and choices that influence the course of events leading to critical turning points. Through in-depth narratives of three pivotal events, Mailander delves into the decision-making processes of the key figures, revealing how their choices along the path to these moments played a decisive role in determining whether they could achieve favorable outcomes when faced with high stakes. 'Judgment' offers invaluable insights into the ability to anticipate, prepare for, and make well-informed decisions during the significant moments that will inevitably confront us in our careers and personal lives

"Judgment" presents a compelling exploration of the pivotal role that critical thinking plays in shaping outcomes during decision-making moments. With real-life accounts and practical insights, it's like having a seasoned strategist right by your side, guiding you through the complexities of leadership. Whether you're a CEO, a planner, or just curious about the art of judgment, this would be good for anyone wanting to level up their decision-making skills.

It's an okay reading.

The author took almost half of the book to demonstrate three case studies that I don't really relate or not familiar with. The way the author told the story is not very appealing. So I fast skip those cases, and only read the highlights.

The second half of the book demonstrate about 40 patterns and principles of decision-making. Well... that's way too much.
No one will remember these the next time they make a crucial decision. Like the author said, there will be inertia.

So I think the author could make it more practical. Maybe a cheat sheet to remind when we make the decision?
In my opinion, it's not the lack of information or time caused the poor decision, but the arrogance and ignorance.

It's hard for human to admit that we actually know nothing.
But life is not a zero-sum game. There's always a win-win solution.
We can't win every time, so we have to find the reciprocal solution.