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EPISODE · Sep 30, 2025 · 44 MIN

Why The Future of AI ISN'T As Scary As We Think & How To Prep for What's To Come

from The Room Where It Happened

What will the future really look like—and how can we prepare for it? In this episode, Nick Foster, ex-Head of Design at Google X, takes us behind the scenes of moonshot projects and shares how to think rigorously about the future, from everyday life to big industries. He explains why AI is just one piece of the puzzle, and why understanding the trends, behaviors, and possibilities shaping tomorrow is more important than ever.What you’ll learn in this episode:* How to think about the future beyond hype and predictions* Why the “mundane future” matters more than flashy sci-fi ideas* The frameworks that help you make better decisions today for tomorrow* How AI and other technologies will shape industries and daily life* Simple ways to build a culture of forward-thinking in your work or businessWhether you’re a business leader, innovator, or just curious about what’s next, this conversation will help you see the future more clearly—and act on it confidently.IFS - award-winning Asset & Service Management software 👉 Reimagine your operations at: https://highpfrmc.com/ifs-auHeights 👉 Join Jake in maintaining your energy, with Vitals. Get 20% off with code Room20: https://highpfrmc.com/heights-vitals-au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What will the future really look like—and how can we prepare for it? In this episode, Nick Foster, ex-Head of Design at Google X, takes us behind the scenes of moonshot projects and shares how to think rigorously about the future, from everyday life to big industries. He explains why AI is just one piece of the puzzle, and why understanding the trends, behaviors, and possibilities shaping tomorrow is more important than ever.What you’ll learn in this episode:* How to think about the future beyond hype and predictions* Why the “mundane future” matters more than flashy sci-fi ideas* The frameworks that help you make better decisions today for tomorrow* How AI and other technologies will shape industries and daily life* Simple ways to build a culture of forward-thinking in your work or businessWhether you’re a business leader, innovator, or just curious about what’s next, this conversation will help you see the future more clearly—and act on it confidently.IFS - award-winning Asset & Service Management software 👉 Reimagine your operations at: https://highpfrmc.com/ifs-auHeights 👉 Join Jake in maintaining your energy, with Vitals. Get 20% off with code Room20: https://highpfrmc.com/heights-vitals-au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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