Do you ever stop and stare at streetlights and wondering how they are changing in the era of acceleration? I do! Intelligent infrastructure is the Rodney Dangerfield of…
Automotive & Transportation · Autonomous Vehicles
“Intelligent, hyperconnected infrastructure is the Rodney Dangerfield of the era of autonomy!” - Futurist Jim Carroll It gets no respect. Everyone’s talking about…
Construction & Infrastructure · Daily Inspiration
Have ever watched a 2 year old go from an iPad to a flat-screen TV in the living room? They try to get the TV to respond in the same way by touching the screen, and are…
Healthcare & Pharma · Media & Technology
“The show has jumped the shark. Volatility is your new normal!” - Futurist Jim Carroll Hey, we’re gonna have a recession! I’m ready - I’ve got my material from 2008-2010…
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“All your base are belong to us!” - Futurist Jim Carroll You probably don’t know the significance of the phrase. And that is entirely the point. You don’t. They do. The…
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A futurist must always be a relentless optimist, particularly on stage. We've been engaged to provide a tour of the future that provides our audience a sense of hope and…
Growth Strategy · Megatrends
"All your base are being to us!" That's what happens with the transfer of control of the future from idea-tired, change-resistant, policy-weak and narrow-thinking baby…
Change · Megatrends
“Live your life with one basic belief: we will never run out of sunshine!” - Futurist Jim Carroll Hey, there’s a polar vortex over my house! It’s awesome - but did yuo…
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Some of my 19 trends for 2019 aren't profound, in that people are already aware of them. What is important is acknowledging the speed and reality of the trend, and in…
Energy & Utilities · Megatrends
“Your biggest risks at this very moment are the ones that you don’t know about, have yet to emerge, but will be here sooner than you think!” - Futurist Jim Carroll I’m…
Daily Inspiration · Risk & Governance
Over the last few years, 3 of the world's largest global legal firms have asked me in for a talk on the new risks and challenges they are faced with in the era of…
Megatrends · Professional Services & Associations
“Industries not yet in existence will bring opportunities not yet defined. Buckle in, observe carefully, and enjoy the ride!” - Futurist Jim Carroll Trend #11 of 19…
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