Make Smarter Decisions in a Complex World

If you want to cut through the noise, identify the root cause of problems, and become the person your team trusts for sound judgment, this Critical Thinking Training is for you. Instead of relying on gut feel or outdated assumptions, you will learn a structured, analytical approach that helps you evaluate evidence, spot logical fallacies, and make decisions that stand up to scrutiny. Over two intensive days, you will practice advanced reasoning techniques to eliminate bias, deconstruct complex arguments, and solve problems with logic and precision before resources are wasted.

Here is what you will walk away with:

• Identify and Overcome Biases — Learn to spot the cognitive traps that lead to bad decisions and how to neutralize them.
• Analyze Root Causes — Stop treating symptoms. Use logical frameworks to find the real source of the problem.
• Make Data Driven Decisions — Learn to evaluate evidence objectively and distinguish between correlation and causation.
• Persuade with Logic — Build ironclad arguments that align your team and stakeholders around the best path forward.

Module 1: The Foundation of Logic

Deconstruct arguments and identify valid reasoning

• Differentiate between an observation, an inference, and an assumption
• Understand the difference between inductive and deductive reasoning
• Learn the hierarchy of evidence
• Master the art of asking probing questions

Module 2: Battling Bias

Recognize the mental shortcuts that lead to errors

• Identify Confirmation Bias and the Sunk Cost Fallacy in real time
• Learn strategies to mitigate Groupthink in meetings
• Practice "Steel Man" arguments to test your own theories
• Develop intellectual humility

Module 3: Problem Solving Frameworks

Apply structured tools to messy problems

• Use the "5 Whys" and "Fishbone Diagrams" effectively
• Apply First Principles thinking to break down complex issues
• Conduct a pre mortem analysis to predict failure points
• Create decision matrices to weigh options objectively

Core Skills You Will Gain

Learn and apply the principles of Critical Thinking

• Understand the key principles of analytical reasoning
• Use data evaluation to tackle complex challenges
• Develop objectivity to distance yourself from emotional bias
• Practice decision making techniques using matrices
• Test the logic of your ideas with real world considerations
• Receive a Critical Thinking Certificate upon completion

How You Will Learn

Experience Logic through hands-on collaboration

• Participate in a mix of individual and group activities to gain shared understanding
• Work in teams to dissect real world case studies
• Balance skepticism with practical realities to create implementable solutions
• Learn through an interactive process that values rigor
• Move quickly to assess and validate arguments leading to faster consensus

Custom Training Formats

Designed to fit your team needs and schedule

• Align with us to identify business focus areas for your training
• Choose from 2 full days or 4 half day sessions spread across four weeks
• Single day and half day workshops also available
• Attend online or face to face whichever works best for your team