The real challenge is no longer access to information.
It is knowing what to trust, what to question, and how to think clearly when everyone else is overwhelmed by noise.
This course helps you strengthen one of the most important skills of the AI era: critical thinking.
You will learn how to challenge assumptions, spot misinformation, overcome cognitive biases, make better decisions, and use AI as a strategic thinking partner instead of blindly trusting its outputs.
„Loved this course – content was relevant, clear and concise. Great prompt examples and left me curious to start exploring more on my own.“
The professionals who succeed will not be the ones consuming the most information.
They will be the ones who can evaluate information critically, identify what actually matters, and make sound decisions under uncertainty.
This course helps you build exactly these capabilities.
AI can either strengthen your thinking or weaken it.
Many professionals already rely on AI-generated answers without properly questioning them, evaluating assumptions, or stress-testing conclusions.
This course teaches you how to:
You will work with proven frameworks used in business, strategy consulting, manufacturing, and military decision-making environments.
Including:
Pre-Mortem Analysis
After Action Reviews
Hypothesis Questions
Miracle Question techniques
OODA Loop
5 Whys
First Principle Thinking
Instead of treating AI as a tool that simply gives answers, you will learn how to use it to:
This course is ideal for:
In a World Full of Noise,
Clear Thinking Becomes a Superpower
Learn how to question better, think more strategically, and make stronger decisions with and without AI.
2 hours on-demand video
23 downloadable resources
Access on mobile, tablet, and TV
Subtitles included
Certificate of completion
The Foundations of Critical Thinking in the Age of AI (14:27 Total)
Thinking Critically in a World of Intelligent Machines
1:34
What is Critical Thinking and Why Does It Matter Even More in Our Era of AI?
5:30
The Human Element: When We Think Critically and When We Don’t
4:50
AI Tools to Help Your Critical Thinking
2:33
Foundations of Critical Thinking
Psychological Challenges and Critical Thinking (40:52 Total)
Psychological Challenges of Critical Thinking and How AI Can Tear Them Down
2:01
Human Biases Challenging Critical Thinking: The Confirmation Bias
5:05
Human Biases Challenging Critical Thinking: The Availability Heuristic
3:56
Human Biases Challenging Critical Thinking: The Anchoring Bias
3:45
Group Dynamics and Critical Thinking: Groupthink and Social Conformity
5:51
Psychological Challenges Part 1
Group Dynamics and Critical Thinking: Polarization and Opinion Dominance
6:13
The Leader’s Role: Fostering a Culture of Critical Thinking
7:39
The Critical Review: Learning from Team Decisions with AI
6:22
Psychological Challenges Part 2
A Toolkit for Critical Thinking WITH AI (39:27 Total)
Problem Diagnosis: Defining the Real Issue with AI for Critical Thinking
4:59
Critical Thinking & Verifying Information: Separating Facts from Assumptions
5:53
AI-Powered Red Teaming: The „Kill Your Company“ or “Pre-Mortem” Method
7:19
Agile Decision-Making & Critical Thinking: The OODA Loop in the AI Era
7:33
Critical Thinking with the Root Cause Analysis: The „5 Whys“ Method
5:28
First Principle Thinking for Critical Thinking Powered by AI
6:51
Recap: The Toolkit for Critical Thinking with AI
1:24
A Toolkit for Critical Thinking
The Art of Asking Powerful Questions (To Humans and AI) (30:28 Total)
The Art of Asking Powerful Questions (for Critical Thinking)
2:11
The Foundation of Inquiry: Good Questions, Great Answers & AI as Your Coach
5:42
11 Evergreen Follow up Questions You Can Use Almost Every Time
1:27
Prompt Engineering 101 – The Difference of Asking People vs. Asking AI
8:44
Advanced Inquiry: Questioning Techniques for Deeper Thinking
5:31
Overcoming the „Ego“ Handicap
4:55
Recap: The Art of Asking Powerful Questions
1:58
The Art of Asking Powerful Questions
Critical Thinking and What's Next (3:51 Total)
Bonus lecture
3:51
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„This is so far probably the best course on leveraging AI in an intelligent way that I have taken. It has a very pragmatic and precise approach- exactly what I love. I strongly recommend it to anyone needing guidance on how to fully leverage not only AI as an ally, but their own critical thinking power.“
》Do I need prior experience in leadership or coaching?
No.
The course does not require any specific prior knowledge.
It is designed so you can easily follow along even without coaching experience, while still offering enough depth for those who already have leadership experience.
》How much time do I need to invest?
The course is intentionally designed to be compact. You decide how intensively you want to learn.
Each module lasts only 2–7 minutes, allowing you to learn flexibly and fit it into your schedule.
》Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. After completing the course, you will receive a personalized certificate with your name, which you can use on LinkedIn, in job applications, or for your internal career development.
》What if I need to take a break?
No problem. You can pause the course at any time and continue seamlessly later.
With flexible online access and unlimited availability, you can learn entirely at your own pace.
》How does the 30-day money-back guarantee work?
If the course isn’t right for you, you’ll get your money back within 30 days, no questions asked. Simply send us an email, and your refund will be processed within 5 business days.
》What technical requirements do I need?
All you need is a computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access, plus speakers or headphones. For the PDF worksheets, you may want a printer.
If you can open this page and watch a preview video, you’re ready to go.
》How long will I have access to the course?
You have 12 months‘ access to all content, which you can use as often as you like within that time.
With over 35 online courses, a published book and experience of coaching internationally, Axel demonstrates how to develop your leadership skills in a conscious, effective and forward-looking way — for yourself, your team and your career.
No problem. You have 30 days to try it.
If you realize within that time that it’s not helping you, you’ll get your money back.
No hassle. No questions asked.
