The Psychology of Foresight with John Smart, Ep #43

Foresight is an act of thinking about and looking toward the future. Those who engage in foresight are working toward building the future, not just predicting what may happen. Today’s guest, John Smart, has a Master’s Degree in Future Studies and 22 years of experience as a Foresight Consultant. John’s mission is to help others achieve more adaptive futures for themselves, their teams, and their organizations. He shares more about the psychology of foresight and how it should influence the decision-making process in this episode of UPThinking Finance™. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...What is the practice of foresight? [3:13]Thinking, Fast and Slow (dual-process thinking) [8:10] The importance of dissecting knowns and unknowns [11:23] How “Accelerating Change” affects decision-making [16:45]Does God play a role in foresight? [23:07] How John has impacted us personally and professionally [34:30] Getting to the point where we flourish [38:03]John Smart is not affiliated with or endorsed by LPL Financial or Capital Investment Advisers.Securities and Advisory services offered through LPL Financial. A registered investment advisor. Member FINRA & SIPC.The financial professionals associated with LPL Financial may discuss and/or transact business only with residents of the states in which they are properly registered or licensed. No offers may be made or accepted from any resident of any other state. Resources & People MentionedIntroduction to ForesightThinking, Fast and SlowRethinking Positive ThinkingThe Fearless OrganizationFuture ShockSuperforecastingMindsetThe Righteous MindThe Dragons of EdenCliftonStrengths assessmentConnect With John SmartConnect on LinkedInForesight DevelopmentConnect with Emerson FerschCapital Investment AdvisersOn LinkedInSubscribe to Upthinking FinanceAudio Production and Show Notes by - PODCAST FAST TRACK