SHORT-TERM DECISIONS equal LONG-TERM DISASTERS by Craig D Allen, CFA, CFP, CIMA is an instruction manual for dealing with day to day decisions in a structured and constructive manner This book does not espouse one specific solution to any problem Rather, it proposes a systematic framework of decision-making, intended as a guide to help you solve озмыц your own problems through deliberate analysis and positive change As the author states, “I see this book as a life manual, intended to guide youin your quest to get what you want out of life and to feel good about yourself in the process ” Too often, our natural tendencies drive us to look for a “quick fix” solution to a given problem that provides us with the most attractive, short-term benefit As the author states: “What I will propose in this book is that human behavior tends to favor making decisions based on obtaining short-term benefits which rarely result in the person attaining their true goals ” This book explores the motivating factors that push us towards these short-term decisions and the methods we can use to short-circuit this behavior to improve our decision-making process and thus the quality of our lives.  AntonioISBN 0595286984.