🚀Episode 120 of the Think Forward Show is ready for you! 🚀

What if the key to seeing the future was learning to notice what others miss?

🎙️ Welcome to the Think Forward Show Episode 120: Non-Obvious Thinking with Rohit Bhargava 🔍

I'm Steve Fisher, your guide on this futurist journey, and in this enlightening episode, I sit down with Rohit Bhargava, author of the Non-Obvious series and the new book "Non-Obvious Thinking." We explore how developing a non-obvious mindset can help us spot opportunities others miss and build a more open-minded future.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• How operating on different time scales can lead to unique insights

• The evolution from trend spotting to developing a non-obvious mindset

• The importance of being a "noticer" in our increasingly digital world

• Why ethics and diverse perspectives are crucial in shaping our future

Rohit's approach challenges us to look beyond the immediate and obvious, teaching us how to cultivate a mindset that can transform both our personal and professional lives. After following his work for 15 years, this conversation was particularly special.

What do you notice that others might miss? Join the conversation!

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Thank you for joining me on this ongoing journey into the future. Until next time, stay curious, and always think forward.

🎙️ Welcome to Think Forward Show Episode 119: The Art of Trendspotting 🔍🌐

I’m Steve Fisher, your guide on this futurist journey. In this episode, we continue our Being a Futurist series, and I dive deep into Trendspotting—a crucial skill for anyone looking to anticipate change, identify opportunities, and navigate the future. If you’ve ever wondered how to distinguish between a fad, a trend, and a megatrend, or if you want to spot hidden signals shaping tomorrow, this episode is for you!

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• The difference between fads, trends, and megatrends

• Essential techniques for spotting trends, like environmental scanning and STEeP analysis

•How to filter out the noise and recognize weak signals

•Real-life examples of trendspotting in action

Ready to tune your radar and see the patterns others miss? Don’t miss this episode!

🎧 Listen Now On:

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/think-forward-conversations-with-futurists-innovators-and-big-thinkers/id1736144515

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IOn8PZCMMC04uixlATqoO

🔗 Web: https://lnkd.in/eAVcg6X4

Think Forward Show (Light Version): https://lnkd.in/eVBVJRCB

Think Forward Show: www.thinkforwardshow.com

🔗 Steve’s Site: www.stevenfisher.io

Thank you for joining me on this ongoing journey into the future. Until next time, stay curious, and always think forward.

🎙️ Welcome to Think Forward Show Episode 118: Engineering Foresight with Kara Cunzeman 🌌🔧

In this episode, I sit down with Kara Cunzeman, a visionary in applied foresight, to discuss how engineering and futures work intersect to tackle some of the most complex national challenges. Kara brings a unique perspective, blending systems engineering with strategic foresight to guide national security and space policy.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

•How to build a foresight function within large organizations from scratch

•The role of multidisciplinary teams in tackling complex issues

•Why applied foresight is critical for navigating uncertainty and driving actionable change

•Insights on the Federal Foresight Advocacy Alliance and the push for a national office of strategic foresight

Kara’s insights show how integrating futures thinking can create lasting impact, especially in high-stakes environments. This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the future of foresight in government and beyond.

How does foresight play a role in your organization? Share with us! #ThinkForwardShow #Foresight #EngineeringForesight #FutureOfWork #StrategicForesight

🎧 Listen Now On:

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/think-forward-conversations-with-futurists-innovators-and-big-thinkers/id1736144515

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IOn8PZCMMC04uixlATqoO

🔗 Web: https://lnkd.in/eAVcg6X4

Think Forward Show (Light Version): https://lnkd.in/eVBVJRCB

Think Forward Show: www.thinkforwardshow.com

🔗 Steve’s Site: www.stevenfisher.io

Thank you for joining me on this ongoing journey into the future. Until next time, stay curious, and always think forward.