You’ve just watched the full walkthrough of a 250-word statement for Making Effective Decisions at Executive Officer (EO) grade. Here are the key insights to help you shape your own example.
Why this behaviour matters
At EO level, Making Effective Decisions is about gathering the right information, applying sound judgment, and reaching fair conclusions that support organisational goals. Recruiters want to see that you can think logically, assess evidence, and explain decisions in a clear and confident way.
How to shape your own statement
Think of a time when you were responsible for making or supporting a decision. Use the B-STAR method to structure your response:
⚖️ Belief – state your commitment to fair, evidence-based decisions.
🎯 Situation and Task – describe when a decision needed to be made and why it mattered.
🛠️ Activity – explain how you gathered information, weighed options, and applied reasoning.
📈 Result – show the outcome, such as a well-reasoned decision, improved process, or increased confidence from colleagues or stakeholders.
Practical tip
Emphasise how you used evidence and logic rather than assumptions. Recruiters look for candidates who can balance accuracy, fairness, and efficiency when making decisions.
Next step
Use the example from the video above as a guide. Apply the same structure to your own experiences to evidence how you make effective, reasoned decisions at EO grade.