What Does a Futurologist Study?

Ever wonder what makes a futurologist tick? These forward-thinkers live at the intersection of science, creativity, and strategy, constantly scanning the horizon for what’s next. Their mission? To decode the forces shaping tomorrow’s world and help organizations turn uncertainty into opportunity.

Futurologists dive deep into areas like:

  1. Technology and Innovation: From AI breakthroughs to quantum leaps, how will tech reshape industries?

  2. Societal Shifts: How will demographic trends, cultural movements, and lifestyle changes influence the future?

  3. Consumer Shifts: How will the future consumer act and behave? What will they value?

  4. Environmental Dynamics: What’s the ripple effect of climate change on economies and supply chains?

  5. Economic Evolution: What new markets and business models are on the rise?

For medium to large organizations, hiring a futurologist can mean the difference between reacting late and leading early. By analyzing disruptions and envisioning new possibilities, they help businesses future-proof their strategies. A futurologist doesn’t offer a single “right answer” but instead lays out a range of potential futures, empowering leaders to make informed, bold moves.

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About the Author

Lindsay Angelo is an award-winning Foresight and Strategy Consultant and the founder of Futurist-in-50-days, supporting impact-driven professionals, teams and organizations in learning to think and lead into the future. She's also a global innovator and TEDx speaker passionate about spreading transformative ideas. She's advised Fortune 500 companies, entrepreneurs, think tanks, and celebrities - all the while creating a nomadic lifestyle rooted in travel, family and community. Named a Woman to Watch and Global Innovation Leader, Lindsay's delivered over 100+ keynotes and has worked with organizations including lululemon, Unilever, the LEGO Group, Snapchat and the Human Potential Institute. Her experiences culminate in what she refers to as her sweet spot - where strategy, innovation and foresight intersect, where the rational meets the emotive, where facts meet insights and where logic meets creativity.

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