April 8, 2024
What is The "Soft Life" Rebellion? Imagine a world where chasing a corner office feels quaint. A world where "hustle culture" is a museum exhibit, a relic of a bygone era. This isn't science fiction. It's the rise of the "Soft Life" movement, a generational shift redefining success and propelling us towards a.Why do organisations [...]
April 2, 2024
{Podcast} Big Brains & Bigger Questions: Social Media, Brain Rewiring, and the Future of Our Minds
What is Big Brains & Bigger Questions? Have you ever heard that our brains are getting bigger? This isn't science fiction! A recent study suggests that across generations, human brains have shown a slight increase in size, for the first time in over 100,000 years. But is this a good thing? And what's causing it? [...]
March 29, 2024
Australia’s Evolving Faithscape: A Business Futurist’s Guide to Values, Diversity, and Social Impact
What is Australia's Evolving Faithscape? Australians are cracking open Easter eggs this weekend, a tradition steeped in religious symbolism. Yet, the landscape of faith in Australia is undergoing a fascinating transformation. While Christianity remains the dominant religion (43.9% identifying as Christian in the 2021 c.How does Australia's Evolving Faithscape affect strategic decisions in organisations? When [...]
March 27, 2024
Unleashing Human Potential: Lessons from Epilepsy Research and the Reimagined Workplace
What is Unleashing Human Potential? This week, on annual Purple Day (March 26th), the topic of the present and future of Epilepsy research was the focus of my regular interview segment on Hong Kong Radio 3 with Phil Whelan. You can listen to the full interview below to delve deeper into this fascinating conversatio.How is [...]
March 25, 2024
AI: Your Co-Pilot, Not Your Terminator: How to Harness the Power of Artificial Intelligence
Let’s ditch the “robots-gonna-take-over-the-world” panic! Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t here to steal your job, it’s here to supercharge it. Just like with fancy new tech in my art authentication blog post the other week, AI becomes a powerful tool when used by savvy humans. The AI Hype: From Scary Headlines to Everyday Tech Remember all […]
March 21, 2024
Beyond the Bed: How Understanding Customer Needs Can Revolutionise Your Business
Remember the humble bed? When I first met with my clients ten years ago, it was a purely functional piece of furniture and they were purely a bed manufacturer. Fast forward to the present day, and the bed has undergone a remarkable transformation. This client, a global leader in the sleep industry, with some convincing […]