Dr Shah

Dr Shah

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Interpersonal Decision Strategist | Speaker | Edupreneur

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Dr Shah helps leaders find clarity under social pressure

My research explored a recurring paradox: uncertainty about others’ intentions can trigger fear, defensive decisions and, ultimately, the very outcomes people hoped to avoid. This became the Defensive Decision Paradox, a framework I continue to develop through psychology, behavioural science and neuroscience.

I have delivered more than 150 workshops to hundreds of professionals, gathering first-hand insight into fear of judgement, conflict and speaking up at work.

I have also run Learning Brains, my education company, for a decade.

As a PepTalk speaker, I speak about fear, judgement and conflict at work.

I also live with a metabolic condition that can trigger physiological stress, reminding me that fear’s urgency is not always reliable evidence of the true stakes.

University of Bath, Peptalk, Meetup, Learning Brains Ltd
University of Bath
PepTalk
Meetup

Alumni reviews

This was an excellent workshop. Dr Shah's frameworks bring so much clarity into understanding how we think, so we can make better, more informed decisions. The way he makes neuroscience understandable in the context of everyday life is really a revelation. I highly recommend anyone who feels "stuck" to attend his workshops. You'll get way more than you will pay for.

Sugandha

Cohort 3
Founder · Thinkspace
Very insightful course, with mind opening learnings. Looking forward to applying them practically in decision making.

Zviadi

Cohort 1
Head of AI · Monitizer
This course delivered highly practical tools for everyday decision-making and habit-building. I worked through a real-life choice and gained invaluable clarity thanks to the tailored guidance. The content is rooted in scientific research, and the PhD instructor does a fantastic job of breaking down how the Decision making process practically works in our brain, and how to make the most of it with actionable strategies. The personalized support and genuine care made all the difference. I highly recommend this course to anyone seeking evidence-based frameworks to improve their choices!

Chrissy

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French Teacher · Minimisme SA