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The Art of Creative Disruption: Master Lateral Thinking in the Age of AI

In this course, learn how to analyze lateral thinking techniques by identifying key strategies such as challenging assumptions and shifting perspectives, and evaluate their impact on creativity and problem-solving in real-world contexts.

Instructor Paul Sloane shows you how to apply questioning techniques, including “what if” and “why,” to assess organizational challenges and create innovative solutions that foster lateral thinking and drive continuous curiosity.

Plus, learn to evaluate the role of generative AI in enhancing lateral thinking by applying AI-driven tools to generate unconventional ideas and challenge traditional problem-solving approaches.

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