About this episode
Donna DuPont is a futurist, systems thinker, and Founder of Purple Compass. With 25+ years of experience in healthcare, defense, and emergency management, she helps leaders build future literacy and navigate uncertainty. Her work has earned 7 government awards and global recognition.📌 What We Cover:Why boredom is a signal, not a flawThe “Futures Triangle” tool to map your futureHow belief systems shape opportunityMaking peace with uncertaintyHuman skills AI can’t replaceThe mindset shift that can change your life🛠️ Practical Takeaways:A simple tool to rethink your futureWhy imagination is the new strategyHow to spot weak signals and ride emerging trendsDaily habits to become future-ready00:00 Introduction 00:50 Meet Donna DuPont03:01 Understanding the Anticipatory Mindset05:49 Donna's Journey into Futures and Foresight08:08 Challenges in Adopting the Anticipatory Mindset12:29 Practical Tools for Building the Mindset23:02 The Role of AI in Anticipation29:21 Final Thoughts and Personal Insights36:06 Conclusion and Contact Information⚡️ In each episode, Paddy Dhanda deep dives into a new human Superpower to help you thrive in the age of AI.Host: Paddy DhandaPaddy works at the largest Tech training organisation in the UK and is passionate about helping tech professionals build human skills to thrive in the age of AI.Contact Paddy: paddy@superpowers.schoolSubscribe to my newsletter:👉 Newsletter: https://www.superpowers.school/subscribeGuest: Donna DupontDonna Dupont, Founder and Chief Strategist of Purple Compass, is an award-winning designer and futurist with over 25 years of experience collaborating with leaders. She helps organizations build future literacy, navigate uncertainty, and drive impactful change. Combining systems thinking with strategic foresight, she empowers leaders to mitigate risks, enhance preparedness, and seize opportunities for innovation, transformation and resilience. Recognized with seven government awards, Donna’s work spans critical areas like climate change, health security, and emergency management, with her futures research earning accolades from the Canadian Defence and Security Network and the Association of Professional Futurists.🌐 Learn more: purplecompass.ca
