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JIM’S INSIGHTS

Futurist Jim Carroll has quickly become recognized as your ‘go-to source’ for effective insight on what comes next, the strategies that you consider, and the leadership path you need to follow.

TRENDS INSIGHTS

What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You!

Keynote: Driving the Future – Linking the Acceleration of Golf to The New Speed of Business

One year ago today, I was the opening keynote speaker for the annual PGA Merchandise Show, one of the largest trade events in the world for the world’s largest working sport. I was on stage directly after Lee Trevino and David Ledbetter spoke; and was followed later by Bubba Watson. As a hack golfer, it […]

The Modern Day Leadership Dilemma? Heading Towards the Jetsons When You Have a Bunch of Flintstones Around!

I have been providing my insight, and have been speaking to organizations about the future, for more than 25 years. Over the years, I have come to realize that while the majority of my audience appreciates a whirlwind ride into the future, there are others who just wish the future would go away. I used […]

The GDAPodcast Series – Useful Insight for Fast-Paced Times!

For over 20 years, I’ve been working with numerous speakers bureaus around the world. These are the folks who have booked me into numerous associations, Fortune 500 or others events. I have relationships with most of the majors – the same folks who book Presidents, Prime Ministers, sports figures and celebrities into countless events worldwide. […]

Article: Technology the Catalyst for Generational Differences

I was interviewed the other day by the National Association of Colleges and Employers; this group is heavily involved in supporting career opportunities for college graduates. The focus of the interview was on generational diferences, and what happens in the workforce in the future. Certainly there has been a lot of focus on how different […]

Jim talks about the Internet of Things – #IoT – in 1997!

On stage, in a keynote for KPMG, in 1997. He was pretty well bang-on with his predictions, considering what is coming in 2017 and beyond. 20 years ahead of his time!

In 2017, Two Economies are Emerging: Which One Will You Choose to Be In?

It is quickly becoming apparent that in 2017, there will be the emergence of two economies: one linked to the whimsical desire for the 1950’s, and the other firmly set to accelerate to the year 2050. Case in point: one will involve a desire to return to coal; the other, to solar, alternative energy and accelerating […]

Beyond Politics: The Science of Healthcare

Politics dominates the world of healthcare. When that happens, people tend to lose sight of the remarkable advances, driven by science and innovation that are occurring, that make this one of the most exciting industries out there. With that in mind, consider the tremendous advances that have occurred with the science and technology of medicine. […]

Golf balls, golf carts and the future: People hate change!

A little video clip from my keynote for the PGA – think about what happened when golf carts were introduced to the world of golf! Food for thought when it comes to innovation and change…!

2016: My Favourite Quote of the Year!

Here’s my favourite quote from 2016. It comes from Tesla Motors, and hence, Elon Musk, in a SEC filing on August 5th, having to do with the Tesla Model 3. A car that does not yet exist, but which 400, 000 people bought into the idea of (I was one of them!) “We have no […]

17 Trends for 2017

What are the trends I’m watching as we head into 2017? Far too many; indeed, the list is almost too long to consider. I’ve got keynotes, leadership or Board meetings in almost every sector in the coming months: transportation, construction, healthcare, retail, automotive, advanced materials and manufacturing, agriculture, insurance … the list goes on and on. […]

Accelerating Leadership: Here’s a CEO/Board Strategy Session with Futurist Jim Carroll!

While I find myself doing keynotes in Las Vegas, Orlando and Phoenix for audiences of up to 7,000, I also regularly do a whole series of small, CEO or Board meetings that are focused on future trends, strategies and opportunities. I’m thouroughly enjoying myself while preparing for an upcoming 2017 event in this space; I’ve […]

Talent 2017: The Right Skills, at the Right Time, for the Right Purpose!

So … there’s lots of talk about the future of jobs, careers, automation, the disappearance of jobs, and the emergence of new jobs. It seems to be one of the issues for 2016, and no doubt, will continue into the future. I’ve been all over the topic for over 20 years, and am often engaged […]