Free tool · Decision worksheet

Your decision worksheet, for more clarity

Write down your options, criteria, and how important each one is, then score each option. The tool calculates weighted totals, checks whether the result holds when a weight changes by one point, and offers a few reflection questions. It doesn’t decide for you.

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Example

Example: choosing an activity for the trimester

Four weighted criteria (interest ×5, time ×3, budget ×2, connecting with others ×2), three options scored from 0 to 10:

OptionInterest (×5)Time (×3)Budget (×2)Connection (×2)Total
Writing workshop865782 / 120 (68,3 %)
Painting class943675 / 120 (62,5 %)
Stay in41010274 / 120 (61,7 %)

Calculation for the workshop: 5×8 + 3×6 + 2×5 + 2×7 = 82. Robustness test: when one weight changes by one point, the workshop remains in the lead. This is the result of your numbers, not a decision.

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Assumptions, method, and limitations

Assumptions

  • Each criterion has a weight from 1 to 5, which you choose based on how important it is to you. Each option gets a score from 0 to 10 for each criterion.
  • A high weighted total only means that, based on your numbers, the option better matches your criteria. The numbers reflect your judgment at this moment.

Method

Total for an option = the sum, across all criteria, of (weight × rating). The percentage is this total divided by the maximum possible (the sum of the weights × 10). For the robustness test, each weight is increased and then decreased by one point (within the 1–5 range), and the total is recalculated; the tool flags whether the leading option changes or options become tied.

Limitations

A table can’t capture intuition, emotions, or uncertainty. Criteria you didn’t think to write down don’t count. For an important decision involving health, money, or family, also seek advice suited to your situation. The tool doesn’t analyze your answers or replace professional advice.

Frequently asked questions

How do I choose the weights?

Ask yourself: “If I could meet only one criterion, which would it be?” Give it the highest weight. Avoid assigning 5 to everything: then the calculation wouldn’t distinguish between options.

What if two options are tied?

A tie is information: your criteria don’t distinguish between them. Add a criterion you’re missing, or use the reflection questions.

What does the robustness test mean?

It checks whether the leading result holds when you change one weight by one point. If the result shifts, the decision depends a lot on that criterion—that’s useful to know.

Can I compare more than five options?

The tool is limited to five options and eight criteria to keep things readable. Start by eliminating options that don’t meet a deal-breaker criterion.

Is my data saved?

No. Everything stays on your page. Print or export the worksheet to keep it.

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