Building better thinkers since 2019
glare automaton began with a simple observation: intelligent people consistently make preventable mistakes. Not because they lack information, but because they lack the mental frameworks to process that information effectively.
Founded by cognitive researchers and educators, we set out to bridge the gap between academic understanding of thinking and practical application in professional life. What started as workshops for London consultancies has grown into comprehensive programmes serving thousands of professionals across the UK and beyond.
Our name reflects our mission. "Glare" represents the harsh light of scrutiny we teach you to apply to ideas—including your own. "Automaton" reminds us what we're fighting against: the automatic, unreflective thinking that leads even brilliant minds astray.
The principles that guide everything we do
We teach what works, not what sounds impressive. If research contradicts popular intuition, we follow the evidence. We expect the same rigour from our students.
Philosophy belongs in the real world. Every technique we teach has been tested in boardrooms, courtrooms, laboratories, and everyday decisions. Theory without practice is incomplete.
Critical thinking is a skill, not a destination. We update our curriculum as research advances, and we encourage graduates to keep challenging their own assumptions.
Experts in cognition, communication, and education
We combine three distinct disciplines to create lasting change in how you think:
Each course integrates these perspectives through case studies, exercises, and personalised feedback. You won't just learn concepts—you'll develop habits of thought that become automatic.
Join thousands of professionals who've sharpened their minds with our programmes.
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