improvised decisions
[ɪmˈprɑːvaɪzd dɪˈsɪʒənz]
noun phrasepl: improvised decisions
decisões improvisadas
1. Choices or judgments made quickly without prior planning, preparation, or deliberation
The manager made several improvised decisions when the system crashed unexpectedly.
O gerente tomou várias decisões improvisadas quando o sistema falhou inesperadamente.
2. Solutions devised on the spot in response to unexpected circumstances or emergencies
During the crisis, the team relied on improvised decisions to keep operations running.
Durante a crise, a equipe dependeu de decisões improvisadas para manter as operações em funcionamento.
In Brazilian business culture, improvised decisions are often viewed pragmatically as a necessary skill in fast-paced environments. However, in more formal corporate settings, organizations increasingly value strategic planning. The concept reflects the cultural appreciation for jogo de cintura (flexibility and adaptability) in Brazil. In American corporate culture, improvised decisions may be seen as either innovative 'agile thinking' or unprofessional depending on context.
NYC Slang
off-the-top-of-your-head decisions; winging it
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