Episode 23: 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/