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About the workshop
In the dynamic landscape of contemporary leadership, critical thinking and problem-solving skills stand out as indispensable attributes. Recognised as key drivers of effective leadership, these capabilities are increasingly crucial for setting high-performing leaders apart in the competitive professional arena. In response to this demand, our intensive two-day training program is meticulously crafted to catalyse your journey toward becoming a discerning critical thinker and seasoned problem solver.
This workshop provides a unique opportunity to delve into the intricacies of critical thinking, enabling you to examine, assess, and reconstruct your cognitive approach to solving everyday problems. By adopting a systematic methodology, you will gain practical skills to critically appraise issues, identify their root causes, and craft evidence-based solutions. You will not only refine your problem-solving techniques but also learn to construct compelling arguments for change and improvement. These acquired skills will not only enhance your decision-making prowess but also position you as a standout leader, fostering your professional growth and success in the complex landscape of contemporary leadership.
Agenda
Understand the problem
- Recognise the reality of the issue
- Define and identify key variables
- Evaluate solution criteria and stakeholder impact
Identify possible solutions
- Evaluate solutions based on feasibility, impact, and risk
- Generate a range of creative options to address the problem
- Prioritise solutions based on organisational goals
Apply critical thinking for better decisions
- Use logical reasoning to assess pros and cons
- Incorporate feedback from stakeholders to refine decisions
- Commit to continuous reflection and improvement
Critical thinking in your role
- Question and validate information sources
- Learn key strategies to analyse and evaluate
- Make reliable judgements based on reliable information
Key problem solving tools
- Review common types of problems
- Identify the issue with root cause analysis
- Utilise a ‘systems thinking’ approach to broaden thinking
Problem solving with others
- Collaborate to reach better solutions
- Recognise and address the impact of bias
- Navigate conflict during group problem solving
Tailor Your Training Experience
To make sure you get the learning solution that’s right for you, we offer different levels of tailoring to suit your needs. Choose from three levels of customisation:
1.Off the Shelf
Love what you see? Great! Choose this option to take one of our most popular courses and bring it in-house for your team. Includes a pre-course consult session with our facilitator to make sure we hit the mark, and deliver the right learning experience for you.
2.Customised
Make sure you get the most from the course you choose, by tailoring the content to get the right fit for you. Speak to our team, who will work with you to pick and mix from a curated bank of training modules to help customise your learning experience.
3.Premium
Not on the list? Let us know what you’re looking for and we will find the right solution. Our team of learning specialists will work with you to develop a unique training course for your business. Through an in-depth consultation process, we will work with you to profile your learning needs and build a bespoke program from the ground up.
Speak with one of our team today to find which option is right for you.
Who Will Attend
Aspiring, emerging and existing leaders across all industries and roles including:
- New managers
- High potentials
- Emerging leaders
- And those aspiring to progress from specialist to leader