The 7 essential steps to forecasting the future like a Futurist

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Today future forecasting involves putting a futurist hat on and thinking far ahead to deliver meaningful change for generations to come.

There is an intersection of priorities for Futurists. It’s a dance that requires multi-layered thinking calibered for change implementation and thought leadership.

In this article we will cover 7 ways you can approach the future like a futurist:

  1. Understand the fundamentals of Future Trend Forecasting

  2. Imagine the future like a futurist

  3. Seek ethical and different perspectives

  4. Embed a variety of research methods and exploration pathways

  5. See the future as a question, not a final destination

  6. Face the challenges of future foresight work as knowledge work

  7. Last but not least: Think in systems not trends

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Geraldine Wharry

As a fashion Futurist I empower brands and agencies to apply big picture thinking and activate the full potential of their role in our society and planet. They become able to access the change maker inside of themselves through:

- Future insights

- Strategic consultations

- Creative collaborations

- Education

http://www.geraldinewharry.com/
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