Decision Matrix Builder
Prompt
Help me decide between: Options: {options}. Decision context: {context}. Key factors I care about: {factors}. Constraints: {constraints}. Timeline: {timeline}. Create a weighted decision matrix, score each option, identify deal-breakers, account for hidden costs and second-order effects, and provide a final recommendation with confidence level.Variables
options
context
factors
constraints
timeline
About This Prompt
Create weighted decision matrices for any choice with quantified pros, cons, and a clear recommendation.
Example Output
**Decision: Should I Take the New Job Offer?**
**Options:** A) Stay at current company
B) Accept new offer
C) Counter-negotiate current role
**Weighted Decision Matrix:**
Factor
Weight
Stay (A)
New Job (B)
Counter (C)
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Salary
25%
3 ($120K)
5 ($155K)
4 ($140K est)
Growth potential
20%
2
5
3
Work-life balance
20%
5
3
5
Team & culture
15%
4
3 (unknown)
4
Technical challenge
10%
2
5
3
Commute/remote
10%
5 (remote)
4 (hybrid)
5 (remote)
**Weighted Score**
**3.35**
**4.10**
**3.80**
**Deal-breaker Check:**
- None triggered. New job's hybrid requirement is a minor negative but not a deal-breaker.
**Hidden Costs & Second-Order Effects:**
- New job: 3-6 month ramp-up period (lower productivity/confidence)
- Counter-offer: Risk of being seen as 'flight risk' even if accepted
- Staying: Opportunity cost of $35K/year compounds over time
**Recommendation: Option B (New Job) — Confidence: 75%**
The 29% salary increase plus growth potential outweigh the culture uncertainty. Mitigate the unknown culture risk with a 'reverse interview' — ask to meet the team before accepting.
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Usage Tips
- Weight factors BEFORE scoring to avoid bias
- Include hidden and second-order costs
- Check for deal-breakers separately
- State confidence level in recommendation