{"product_id":"the-future-starts-now-9781472981509","title":"The Future Starts Now","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing contributions from an international array of futurists, \u003ci\u003eThe Future Starts Now \u003c\/i\u003eprovides fascinating insights and guidance into how society and business will transform in the years to come.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe future is an uncertain, uncomfortable prospect for employees, employers and society at large. A flurry of unprecedented events have proven that, despite what some politicians and economists may tell us, the future is not set in stone. In light of this uncertainty, \u003ci\u003eThe Future Starts Now \u003c\/i\u003elooks toward the various innovations and technologies that may shape our future. Authors Theo Priestley and Bronwyn Williams have brought together the world''s leading futurists to articulate and clarify the current trajectories in technology, economics, politics and business. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a comprehensive history of tomorrow, exploring groundbreaking topics such as AI, privacy, education and the future of work. While the guidance, insight and predictions are fascinating fo\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA fascinating and profoundly inspiring read that offers both practical advice, dazzlingly provocative and exciting ideas and that is a joy to read. A collection of the finest minds, in their very best form, doing the most valuable of things in offering us clarity, wisdom, inspiration and guidance. -- Tom Goodwin, consultant, speaker and author of 'Digital Darwinism'\u003cbr\u003eThe future isn’t what it used to be. It is now open to the dreamers, thinkers and creatives to create the future that benefits us all. Theo and Bronwyn have personally curated the thoughts of those who care about a brighter, more prosperous future for everyone. The future starts now… with you. -- Brian Solis, digital anthropologist, futurist and author of Lifescale\u003cbr\u003eA mind-blowing journey that challenges the reader, with essays both fascinating and challenging. -- Michael Dolbec, Executive Managing Director, GE Ventures\u003cbr\u003eA wonderful compendium from some of today’s most thoughtful futurists, ethicists, economists, technologists, and researchers. If you are curious about what the future holds, this is the place to start. -- Dave Evans, CIO, Computer History Museum\u003cbr\u003eBronwyn and Theo have extracted and curated a treasure trove of scenarios, ideas and strategies for succeeding in an increasingly uncertain tomorrow. Devoid of shtick or snake oil, this book is an indispensable tool for the modern business leader. -- Mike Stopforth, Director, Beyond Binary\u003cbr\u003eA necessary wake-up call! We need to be asking these tougher questions, as part of honest and pragmatic conversations, with a broad range of voices, to avoid sleepwalking into an inhuman future. -- Ed Greig, Chief Disruptor, Deloitte\u003cbr\u003eDizzying, provocative and smart analysis on what should matter to humankind, today and tomorrow. Factual, contemporary and realistic, this story encourages positive thinking about the decisions we must take to deliver on the promise of a better future. -- Martin Jetter, Chairman, IBM Europe, Middle East \u0026amp; Africa\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Future Starts Now\u003c\/i\u003e offers diverse narratives of the future: positive and negative, fearful and hopeful, social and technological. In particular, by emphasising social change and empowering to shape our own future in the present, it provides a contemporary view of foresight. -- Tanja Schindler, Futurist and Founder, Futures Space\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are pessimistic or optimistic about the future… read this book! -- Boris Veldhuijzen van Zanten, Founder \u0026amp; CEO, TNW\u003cbr\u003eWith excellent essays exploring topics as diverse as education and Mars, this is an inspirational read for anyone aspiring for a pragmatic utopia! -- Stefan Ferber, Co-CEO \u0026amp; CTO, Bosch.IO\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing PLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49408793510231,"sku":"9781472981509","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781472981509.jpg?v=1730504228","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-future-starts-now-9781472981509","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}