The Human Edge
A Practical Guide to Critical Thinking in the Age of AI
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This book is for you if you believe that
human intelligence still matters.
The skills in these pages will make you irreplaceable in an AI-driven world.
If you want to trust your decision making, feel confident and clear in your thinking and
not surrender your decisions to algorithms, this is your essential companion.
As AI increasingly handles routine tasks, the distinctly human abilities you'll cultivate here will become your most valuable assets, both at home and in the workplace.
Don't fear the AI revolution; position yourself at its cutting edge.
The Human Edge.
"If you’ve ever thought human thinking was redundant in a world of AI, this book will reboot your perspective. It’s a timely and empowering read for professionals across every field."
Emeritus Professor Gary Martin FAIM
Chief Executive, the Australian Institute of Management WA
"Reading The Human Edge is like having a coffee with your most insightful, clever and supportive friend. Bethan will leave you feeling more grounded, equipped and ready to flex your critical thinking muscles as you navigate AI."
Dr. Brennan Jacoby
Philosopher and Founder of Philosophy at Work UK
"If AI is the engine, critical thinking is the steering wheel. Bethan brings both head and heart to the table, blending smart strategy with that unmistakable Welsh warmth.
This book is a masterclass in staying sharp while the world accelerates around us."
Leanne Hughes
Keynote speaker, consultant, and author of The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint.
"In a world with so much misinformation and mistrust we’re often told we need to think critically. Not often enough are we told ‘how’ to think critically.
Bethan doesn’t just show us how to do it, but how to harness the best emerging technology and tools to do it without losing what makes us uniquely human in the process. This is the right book at the right time to help us think, lead and live more consciously and intentionally."
Shane Michael Hatton
Author, shanehattonspeaks.com
Practical.
Accessible.
Essential.
“We are all going to have to think seriously about AI, and this thoughtful book is a great place to start”
Johann Hari, 3x New York Times Bestselling Author
How can we maintain our human edge in an AI-driven world?
While more and more tasks can be outsourced to AI, this accessible book explores how we can develop our high level thinking skills and stay employed, stay ahead and stay relevant.
Through structured conversations and experiments, the book draws on practical wisdom, behavioural science and Bethan Winn's years in education and training to be an essential guide for leaders to develop their own critical, creative and strategic thinking skills while also coaching those they care about.
The book is designed to increase your confidence, clarity and connection. It will help you find truth amid ambiguity, take decisive action, connect disparate ideas and embrace uncertainty: some of the most valuable skills for work and life in our rapidly changing world.
"The Human Edge is a smart, practical, and surprisingly fun guide to thinking more critically (and courageously) in a world now obsessed with outsourcing thinking to AI. It’s packed with real stories, tools you can use straight away, and structured convos you can have with your team, your kids, or even yourself!"
Claire Seeber
Career and Leadership expert, Author of Less Hustle, More Happy
"This is a must read for those that are grappling with how AI and human skills co-exist in today’s world. Bethan illustrates in an incredibly eloquent way how AI and human skills are complementary to each other - and for those who use both effectively there are wonderful outcomes waiting. Practically written, this is a book you won’t only read once but refer back to time and time again. Well researched and written which makes a complex topic easy to grasp with lots of real-life activities to work through. Highly recommend!"
Justin Lewis
Learning and Development Leader
"Sharp, timely, and refreshingly practical. Bethan’s personality shines through on every page: honest, warm, a little bit cheeky, and always insightful. It reads like a conversation with someone who gets it, and is packed with genuinely useful tools for cutting through the noise and showing up with more clarity and intention.”
Lanna Hill
Founder + Director Leverage Media
"The Human Edge cuts right through the noise about AI and provides some much-needed clarity and perspective on its role in our working lives. By super-charging critical thinking as an effective tool, Bethan tackles fears and concerns head-on with an intelligent approach, inspiring readers to get in the AI driver seat, realise the potential and grow."
Scott Adam
Portfolio Director Media and Music, North Metropolitan TAFE
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What you'll find inside:
Each chapter is designed like a good conversation – it flows naturally but with purpose. We learn best through stories and experience, so you'll see:
an outline of the thinking skills we’ll cover in each chapter
stories that bring concepts to life (because we remember stories better than theories)
five-minute experiments for the busy and curious
guided frameworks for conversations: A warm up and a deeper conversation
advanced challenges for those ready to push their thinking further
a 'Too Long; Didn't Read' summary for those days when time is tight
About the author
Bethan Winn is a critical thinking specialist facilitator and speaker based in Perth, Western Australia. As a sought-after trainer and consultant, she helps organisations and individuals think better together.
Drawing from twenty years’ experience in education and working with global organisations, Winn creates accessible frameworks that balance intellectual rigour with practical wisdom. Her approach transforms complex concepts into actionable insights that are immediately applicable to daily life.
Known for her enthusiasm, engaging storytelling and energetic teaching style, she specialises in helping professionals navigate strategic decisions, complex challenges, and change in all it’s forms. Her work focuses on strengthening the human capabilities that become increasingly valuable as AI takes on routine tasks.
Through her workshops, speaking engagements, and writing, Bethan empowers people to think clearly, make better decisions, and find confidence in an increasingly complex world. She brings a refreshing perspective to critical thinking, combining research-backed insights with practical tools that help people develop deeper understanding and more intentional ways of thinking.
Originally from Abergele in North Wales, she now lives on the other side of the world with her husband and kids and identifies as a slow runner (recovering triathlete), a bit of a chocoholic, a maker, doer, nature lover, enthusiastic Jimny owner, and proud Welsh speaker.
Questions? Reach out! [email protected] or 0450165130
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