For members who prefer their information in audio format we now post the audio tracks from our videos. This section contains the audio tracks from 9 website videos plus several additional podcast recordings.
1. BPI – An Overview (~8′)
Describes our critical thinking framework and shares one sample question from each of our four thinking processes. A list of our standard workshops and web-based course is given along with recommendations for improving several types of organizational initiatives.
Save Audio File (right click to save as)
2. BPI-Project Management (5′)
Offers a suggested project management curriculum; discusses the role of critical thinking in project management, and recommends specific BPI workshops for different target groups.
Save Audio File (right click to save as)
3. BPI eLearning and blended options (3.23′)
Want a tailored training with follow-up? We have all the key elements of the ideal blended learning solution.
Save Audio File (right click to save as)
4. BPI Team and Leader performance (4.30′)
What factors are associated with the highest performing teams? Which are amenable to training? What can training do to create high performing teams?
Save Audio File (right click to save as)
5. Thinking Challenges for New Middle Managers (~31′)
An interview from ThePodCastNetwork.com’s Cranky Middle Manager Show features Richard Wells, BPI’s VP of Research and Development, discussing thinking tips, key questions, modeling good thinking habits, intuition’s role, purpose, clarifying decision criteria, evaluating potential causes, opening the door to creativity, and how better systems can rapidly evolve from better thinking.
Save Audio File (right click to save as)
6. Fog of Complexity (10.14′)
Two powerful questions are presented with examples highlighting our strategy for supporting good thinking. What is the single most powerful question to blow away the fog of complexity? Want to know the true cause of a problem? Learn the best question to ask to evaluate any potential cause and zero in on the most likely cause.
Save Audio File (right click to save as)
Following are three audio tracks (7, 8, 9) from Dr. David Gruder and Lee Mirabel’s Integrity Talk Radio show. The topic: “How to immunize yourself against manipulation”. The discussion with Richard Wells, covered a wide range of topics (e.g. the media, socialism, greed, founding a critical thinking high school and more).
7. Integrity Talk Radio – Part I (~11′)
Save Audio File (right click to save as)
8. Integrity Talk Radio – Part II (~12′)
Save Audio File (right click to save as)
9. Integrity Talk Radio – Part III (~10′)
Save Audio File (right click to save as)
10. Creating Problem Solving Experts (6.10′)
Critical Thinking training and coaching can significantly improve Greenbelt and Blackbelt performance, one case study.
Save Audio File (right click to save as)
11. Decision Speed As A Strategic Asset (13.50′)
Describes two powerful research studies and how they create an excellent opportunity for organizations in competitive environments.
Save Audio File (right click to save as)
12. Troubleshooter I Certificate (2.12′)
Reports what skills organizations are begging for and what you can do to make yourself more marketable internally and in the wider job market.
Save Audio File (right click to save as)
13. College Seniors – Improve Your Prospects (5.55′)
Describes what skills organizations are looking for and how you can stand out as an exceptional new hire candidate with this addition to your job portfolio.
Save Audio File (right click to save as)