Episode 23: All You Could Possibly Need To Know About The Future

Jan 30, 2019

All You Could Possibly Need To Know About The Future

 

In this latest episode of Boardroom Hustle, Paul Smith talks to Dr. Fern Evitt, a highly esteemed strategist, expert innovation specialist, futurist, business improvement consultant, start-up advocate and a Ph.D. in open innovation. Dr. Evitt has extensive experience in tech, collaboration, transformation management, and leading companies into the future with the best possible outcomes.

 

Dr. Evitt is a fascinating guest due to her naturally futuristic perspective on life and business, and if you've ever found yourself wondering what it is a futurist actually does, then this podcast is for you. Dr. Evitt discusses futurism, social scientists, the importance of long-term viewing, a disrupted board dynamic and how to build knowledge and awareness around the future.

 

They also touch on things like:

 

• The difference between Applied Futurism and Predictive Futurism
• How far forward should a board focus to get the best results?
• How to futureproof your boardroom
• What to do when you come across someone who refuses to accept change
• Technology's impact on companies, their mechanics, responsibilities, and roles
• The perils of 'short-termism'
• Negative narratives around futurism, and why it isn't all dystopia and evil robots
• Receptive ways of teaching, and how Dr Evitt incorporates them into her work
• How institutions can build better trust with all stakeholders

 

Links:

Future Directors Website: https://futuredirectors.com/

Paul Smith LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/futurepaulsmith/

Anna Byrne LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-byrne-13901262/

Dr. Fern Evitt LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-fern-evitt/