Decision making: Do you listen to your guts or to your data?

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On one side, some swear by "numbers never lie".

On the other, some argue that "intuition can't be explained, it’s just felt".

So, who's right? Spoiler alert: both!

→ Data is the compass. It gives you facts, trends, and concrete insights.

→ Intuition is the captain. It puts things into perspective, makes decisions when numbers fall short, and catches what data doesn’t always reveal.

Example:

- The data says 80% of customers prefer fast delivery.

- The marketer's intuition senses that the real issue isn’t speed but flexibility.

- The winning strategy? Offering multiple delivery options instead of just “faster”.

Ignoring either one is risky:

❌ Rely only on data? You might miss weak signals.

❌ Go purely with intuition? You’re making decisions without validation.

✅ Use both? You turn analysis into impactful action.

So, what’s your approach: data-driven or intuition-driven?

Curious to see how this applies to your business…

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