Adams Wiley

Evidence-based thinking for executive decision-makers

MBA programs teach leaders how to run businesses, but rarely how to evaluate evidence. Evidence-based thinking is the missing skill to evaluate claims, interpret data, and make high-stakes decisions with greater confidence.

Better decisions

Decisions carry less risk when you know how to asses the evidence. Cut through marketing language and sales pitches and find out what has the best chance of actually working.

Better data insights

You have plenty of data. But what are the data evidence of? Draw more confident conclusions by applying scientific reasoning.

Safer AI use

Generative AI tools can be confident even when they're wrong. Distinguish between the trustworthy and the fabricated by applying sophisticated critical thinking.

Offerings

Half-Day Course

Defines concepts, provides real-world examples, teaches how to apply evidence-based thinking to daily decisions. Includes takeaway tools and references.

  • Up to 12 participants

  • In-person or virtual

  • Tailored to your use cases

$1999

Introductory rate.
Discounted for non-profits and small businesses.

Decision Consulting

Targeted guidance on specific high-stakes decisions for teams or individuals. Could include evidence analysis, confidence level comparison, data analysis, and more.

  • Short- or long-duration consults

  • In-depth analysis plan

  • Team or individual coaching/training

Pricing based on project plan

Rates are discounted for non-profits and small businesses.

Course Licensing

Scale differentiating decision-making to all leaders or your entire organization.

  • Train-the-trainer

  • Access to all course materials

Priced by organization size

Rates are discounted for non-profits.

Principal

Patrick Gallagher, PhD

Patrick was trained as a research scientist, earning a PhD in social psychology from Duke University in 2010.He has published scientific research papers in peer-reviewed journals. His main professional focus has been applying behavioral science to improve culture, leadership, and strategy in organizations.Dr. Gallagher has taught courses at Duke and Wake Forest Universities, and designed and led leadership development programs in small and large organizations. His evidence-based programs have delivered measurable impact.He has spent years conducting research studies and interpreting evidence with leaders.

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