This workshop is specifically tailored for professionals and business leaders. In three sessions, you receive a comprehensive overview of fundamental philosophical and conceptual tools that are invaluable for addressing challenges in both professional and personal life.

Why Philosophy for Professionals?

“Questioning is an exceptionally potent tool for unlocking value in organizations. It fosters learning, idea exchange, innovation, and performance improvement. Moreover, it builds rapport and trust among team members and can help identify unforeseen pitfalls and hazards, thus mitigating business risks.” — Alison Wood Brooks and Leslie K. John

Workshop Structure

Session 1: The Art of Critical Inquiry

  • Learn to recognize the significance of asking the right questions
  • Guided by the framework of Socrates
  • Reframing problems through better questioning

Session 2: Navigating Uncertainty with Stoic Principles

  • Explore the Stoic mindset
  • Discover principles for effectively navigating uncertainty
  • Applications in professional decision-making

Session 3: Introduction to Moral Reasoning

  • Foundational understanding of various moral reasoning theories
  • Virtue ethics, theory of duty, and consequence-based analysis
  • Practical frameworks for ethical challenges

Learning Objectives

While philosophy may not always be characterized as practical, it offers a unique approach to problem-solving. The primary goal extends beyond providing simple answers; it involves fostering critical thinking by examining questions that allow us to frame issues in increasingly nuanced and complex ways.

Value Proposition

“The journey towards improved decision-making starts with questioning one’s own beliefs, biases, and assumptions. This practice is often neglected and certainly not easy to undertake.” — Warren Berger, The Book of Beautiful Questions

This workshop creates a supportive environment and equips you with essential tools to tackle challenges using a fresh philosophical lens. There is no one-size-fits-all solution for complex issues—this workshop provides frameworks for thinking through them systematically.