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Why Smart People Make Bad Decisions? Practical Critical Thinking for Business Professionals

Why Smart People Make Bad Decisions? Practical Critical Thinking for Business Professionals

Friday, May 15, 2026 From 09:30 to 12:00

Jurkovičova Tepláreň (Second Floor), Bottova 1, Bratislava

Workshop

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The capacity is full.



Even smart, experienced professionals can make poor decisions — especially under pressure. They are often better at justifying them. Critical thinking in business is the ability to analyse information objectively, question assumptions, evaluate evidence, and make well-reasoned decisions under uncertainty. It goes beyond intelligence or experience.


According to the World Economic Forum, critical thinking remains one of the most essential future skills in the global labor market. In an era shaped by rapid technological progress and AI systems, access to information is no longer a competitive advantage. Judgment is. And judgment requires critical thinking. In practical terms, critical thinking is what prevents expensive strategic mistakes, poor hiring decisions, groupthink in leadership teams, misinterpretation of data, and overconfidence in unstable markets.


This interactive workshop is designed specifically for business professionals who want to improve decision-making, spot flawed reasoning, strengthen strategic thinking, and lead better discussions. Through practical exercises and active participation, attendees will build critical thinking skills they can apply immediately in everyday business practice.


What Participants Will Gain?

  • Tools to identify cognitive biases in business decisions
  • Strategies for leading higher-quality discussions
  • A practical framework they can apply immediately


Speakers:



Language: Slovak


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