Predicting the future!

October 25, 2024 - Scott Hewitt


A little bit from my TPEX project, a fledgling consultancy to help you imagine the future!

Predicting the future is tough—crystal balls are notoriously unreliable. But imagining likely futures? That’s where the magic happens. Thinking ahead isn’t just for daydreamers; it’s for businesses that want to stay on their toes, ready for whatever wild twists and turns come next. The world’s changing—are you peeking into the future, or just hoping it’ll send a postcard?

Sure, we’re not fortune tellers, but we specialize in thinking the unthinkable and imagining what tomorrow might bring—good or bad. Curious about the opportunities we’ve conjured up lately? Go ahead, ask!

Everyone Loves Short-Term Predictions, But…

It’s natural to want predictions for the near future. Let’s face it, knowing what’s coming next week or next year can feel pretty exciting. But honestly? That’s not really where my focus lies. I’m more interested in helping people imagine the longer-term future—what the world might look like a few years, or even a decade, down the line. That’s where the real game-changing opportunities (and risks!) are. So while I can throw in a few near-term predictions if needed, it’s the big-picture stuff that gets me going.

Curious About the 2024 American Election?

For those of you who do love a bit of short-term forecasting, I’ve put together my take on the upcoming American presidential election. Along with some thoughts on the policy landscape, you can check it all out here.