Training

MOST EXECUTIVES SPEND BETWEEN 1.5 AND 4.5 MINUTES PER DAY THINKING ABOUT THE FUTURE.
WISE EXECUTIVES KNOW HOW TO SHAPE THE FUTURE.

Think Like a Futurist

to Get Future Ready

For leaders who want to shape the future.

"Think Like a Futurist" (TLAF) is a dynamic, hands-on experience that teaches you how to think like a futurist and approach the unknown.

Whether you’re a senior leader or emerging talent, this experience is an excellent introduction to the Futurist mindset, techniques, and process that will empower you to anticipate and shape what’s next.

Each topic includes practical tips and activities to use these futurist techniques in your work.

What You’ll Learn

LESSON	QUICKSTART	EXECUTIVE SERIES
How Do Futurists Think? Learn about common thinking mistakes and how to avoid them.	✅	✅
Sensing – How to Spot What’s Coming and Get Ahead of the Herd. Experiment with selected tools to explore trends and forces shaping the future of your industry and organization.	✅	✅
Red Teaming – How to Empower the Devil's Advocate for Better Outcomes. Learn how to use contrarian thinking to avoid groupthink and question assumptions.	❌	✅
Imagining – How to Use Stories to Challenge People’s Thinking about the Future. Discover the power of scenarios to explore different possible futures and draft stories for your domain.	✅	✅
Defining – Choosing Your Preferred Future. Learn how to identify strategies that work well in different future scenarios.	✅	✅
Doing – Taking Action Today. Learn how to turn foresight into action without needing extra money or permission.	❌	✅
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Total Learning Time	1 session of 4 hours	6 sessions of 4 hours
Office Hours for Participants to Ask Questions	1 hour post-event	1 hour between meetings (5 total)
Materials for Participants	19-page printed workbook	148-page printed workbook with extra topics, tools, and bonus materials

Interactive Components

• Hands-on Practice: Each topic includes time to practice, so you leave with skills, tools, and products that you can continue to use after the training ends.
• Team and Solo Exercises: Work with your team to apply concepts and discuss their impact. Some exercises will be done individually and then shared with the group.
• Engaging Tools: Stay involved with a mix of printed and digital activities.

The Results Speak for Themselves

Before TLAF, not one participant felt confident in their strategic foresight abilities. After our Executive Series, 86% felt extremely or very confident.   — Source: United Way Quad Cities, 2024

What Participants Are Saying

“Mind-expanding. I loved learning something completely new.”

“Broadened my view at work, made me think more critically, and added depth to my discussions.”

“If you want to build resilience into your planning, strategic foresight is the way to go.”

“A fantastic way to step out of your comfort zone and broaden your horizons.”

“The confidence to challenge ideas and think big picture is the most valuable skill I gained.”

Ready to Think Like a Futurist?

Change how you prepare for the future. Contact us at hello@rebeccaryan.com to customize this learning experience for your team. Let’s build a brighter, more resilient future together.