The New Psychology of Professional Skepticism
The world has changed—and so must our approach to professional skepticism. This transformative session introduces a dynamic new model of skeptical reasoning designed to meet the demands of today’s complex environments. Moving beyond outdated, mechanical checklists and superficial doubt, this program reveals the hidden psychological and contextual forces that influence judgment and decision-making.
Participants will explore the three dimensions of skepticism and how to tune their thinking to better match the reliability of evidence, situational cues, and organizational culture. Through powerful demonstrations and interactive exercises, attendees will discover how to adapt their approach, surface hidden assumptions, and improve the accuracy of skeptical judgments in real-world settings.
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A more effective approach to skepticism
Whether you’re an auditor, analyst, executive, or policy advisor, this session will help you reframe what it means to think critically and skeptically—and elevate your professional impact.
Major Subjects
- The three dimensions of skeptical reasoning
- How orientation affects skeptical judgment and decision strategy
- Tuning the skeptical “signal-to-noise” ratio
- The role of situational awareness in professional skepticism
- Evaluating the reliability and validity of evidence
- Matching skeptical reasoning to context and environment
- Recognizing and correcting hidden biases that erode skepticism
What Participants are Saying
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The New Psychology of Professional Skepticism is available for in-person, virtual, or hybrid delivery.
Perfect for internal audit departments, government agencies, corporate teams, and chapters.
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