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  • A Comprehensive Beginner's Guide to Rational Analysis & Creative Problem Solving
  • By: Kevin Brown
  • Narrated by: James Jackson
  • Length: 4 hrs and 20 mins
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Summary

Raise your hand if you've ever shopped online, made a financial decision, or pondered taking a job offer.

What do all these have in common? They all require critical thinking.

From deciding how to spend your money to where you want to work, critical thinking is essential for making choices that pay off.

Applying critical thinking empowers you to assess your situation and make beneficial choices.

It's also crucial for digital literacy. Instead of scrolling through your news feed stressed and confused, you can evaluate facts and arguments.

Inside Critical Thinking, discover why it's important, how it plays out in everyday life, and how it can enhance your decision-making and communication skills:

  • Real-life examples and case studies that show critical thinking's practical value.
  • Fundamentals of critical thinking and its distinctiveness from other thought processes.
  • Skills to practice and pitfalls to avoid, such as biases and fallacies.
  • Balancing emotions with logic to develop emotional intelligence.
  • How to apply critical thinking in problem-solving, decision-making, and communication.

Critical thinking can improve every part of your life.

With critical thinking, you have the tools to take power away from problems and give it back to yourself. It's more about handling situations than the issues themselves.

Critical thinking doesn't rely on talent or natural ability. Even if you doubt your communication and decision-making skills, critical thinking levels the playing field. Anyone can do it, and it's never too late to start!

If you're ready to tackle problems more easily, think more clearly, and make better choices, don't wait to pick up a copy of Critical Thinking.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2024 Kevin Brown (P)2024 Kevin Brown

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Excellent and informative

“Critical Thinking" is essential for anyone seeking to enhance their decision-making and communication skills. The book probes into the importance of critical thinking and offers insights into applying it in everyday situations to yield beneficial outcomes through real-life examples and case studies. It explains the fundamentals of critical thinking and distinguishes it from other cognitive processes, making the concept accessible to readers at all levels and equipping them to handle real-life situations.

The book emphasizes that critical thinking is a skill anyone can develop, regardless of their inherent talents or abilities. By mastering essential thinking, individuals can more effectively direct their lives, transforming problems into manageable situations. It underscores that anyone can take charge of their circumstances and make informed, rational decisions with the right tools.

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Excellent Resource for Reframing

I really liked the way that this book was organized over all and the topic said it addressed. I have studied this topic in the past and thought that I might not learn anything new, however I was wrong. There were some great new tips for me about reframing and getting the right information. I highly recommend it and think the only thing that could be done to improve it was a little bit more energy from the narrator.

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Improve Your Problem Solving + Communication!!!!

This audiobook explains why critical thinking is important for daily decisions like shopping online or choosing a job. It shows real-life examples that make it easy to understand how to use critical thinking. The book covers basics like avoiding biases and using logic with emotions. It even helps improve your problem-solving and communication skills. The best part is that anyone can learn to think critically, no special talent needed. Highly recommend it for anyone wanting to think more clearly!

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A great addition to my library

This audiobook is thoughtfully structured, beginning with the basics of critical thinking and gradually progressing to more advanced concepts. Everything is explained clearly and concisely, making it easy for listeners to grasp essential principles like logical reasoning, problem-solving, and creative thinking. What I love most is that it isn’t just theoretical; it’s a practical tool for personal and professional development. With this book, you can enhance various skills, such as becoming more confident in your decision-making, more creative, a better communicator, more independent, and better able to think for yourself without simply following others. Highly recommended!

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A great listen!

Take a listen to this one if you want to learn more about the components of critical thinking! The learnings can be applied to your everyday life, whether at a personal level or professionally. I appreciated the sections on problem solving and communication skills, especially in today's digital world. I look forward to applying the lessons to my decision making!

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Your Go-To Guide for Critical Thinking

This book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to sharpen their critical thinking skills. It breaks down the fundamentals of rational analysis and creative problem-solving in a clear and engaging way. The author uses real-life examples and practical exercises to make complex concepts accessible and relatable. Whether you're trying to improve your decision-making at work or solve everyday problems more effectively, this guide provides the tools and techniques you need. It's a must-read for anyone wanting to think more clearly and make better decisions.

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Good comprehensive overview of critical thinking

The author provides a great comprehensive overview of critical thinking types, application, and communication. I particularly enjoyed the author's clear explanations of various analytical skills and their practical applications. The sections addressing the challenges of becoming overwhelmed in the digital age were especially insightful and relevant. I also appreciated the author's emphasis on the pairing of critical thinking with effective communication strategies. The narrator's great energy keeps the content engaging and interesting throughout the book.

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Great Listen

I recently listened to "Critical Thinking," and it’s been a game-changer for me. This book has truly helped me think more clearly and make better decisions. It explains why critical thinking is so important and shows how it can improve your everyday decisions and communication skills.

The book includes real-life examples and tips on avoiding biases and fallacies. It also teaches you to balance emotions with logic and apply critical thinking in problem-solving and decision-making. If you’re ready to improve your life, I highly recommend this book.

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a must have book!

What I loved most about it was how it breaks down the fundamentals of critical thinking and shows how it’s different from other ways of thinking. The author emphasizes that you don't need to be naturally talented or skilled at communication to benefit from these techniques. It's all about practice and application, and anyone can do it. Really inspiring!

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A building block approach to CT learning

Although I had some background and reference with critical thinking, I learned a lot from the way the author developed the book. Starting at the basics, the author builds the information all the way through problem solving, both at a personal level and in a company or business setting. After completion of the audiobook, I feel comfortable enough with the subject where I could identify a situation when critical thinking would be appropriate.

One of my favorite parts of the book was when the author emphasized the need for proper evaluation with a situation before developing the critical thinking solution. So many times, do we just jump in and try to solve something without really understanding the problem. This book would be great for any supervisor who has employees assigned to them.

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