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What's Next Is Now

How to Live Future Ready

Frederik Pferdt

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CreativityCareer & SuccessPersonal DevelopmentTechnology & the Future

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Future-Ready Mindstate+
Agency & Attitude+
Creativity & Connecting Dots+
Personal Futurism+
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Question 1 of 7
According to the author, how should we view and shape the future?
  • A. As a distant concept best left to futurists and technological experts to predict.
  • B. As a personal story shaped by the intentional, day-to-day decisions we make.
  • C. As a predefined path that we must learn to accept and adapt to gracefully.
  • D. As a series of giant leaps that require limitless time and resources to execute.
Question 2 of 7
How does the author define the process of using creativity to strengthen a 'future-ready mindstate'?
  • A. Mastering a specific artistic skill, like painting or playing a musical instrument.
  • B. Memorizing large amounts of data to accurately predict upcoming global trends.
  • C. Collecting snippets of new input from the world and connecting them in novel ways.
  • D. Isolating yourself from daily distractions to focus deeply on a single problem.
Question 3 of 7
What is the core philosophy behind 'radical optimism' as described in the book?
  • A. Ignoring negative events and focusing only on positive news.
  • B. The unwavering pursuit of 'better' through persistent, iterative progress.
  • C. Striving for absolute perfection in every project or goal you undertake.
  • D. Accepting that things are 'good enough' and finding peace in the present moment.
Question 4 of 7
In the context of facing challenges like a severe drought, what does 'reframing your perspective' entail?
  • A. Denying that the problem exists so it doesn't cause unnecessary emotional distress.
  • B. Moving to a new environment where the problem is no longer relevant to you.
  • C. Waiting patiently until a new technological solution is invented to solve the issue.
  • D. Shifting how you view the circumstance to uncover new possibilities for action and growth.
Question 5 of 7
How does the author suggest responding when a colleague or partner says something that irks you?
  • A. Default to asking questions rather than making assumptions.
  • B. Immediately share your unpolished thoughts to maintain total transparency.
  • C. Walk away to collect new 'dots' before continuing the conversation.
  • D. Defend your current idea vigorously to demonstrate radical optimism.
Question 6 of 7
What is the primary purpose of organizational rituals like Google's TGIF meetings and Lunch Lottery mentioned in the text?
  • A. To enforce strict organizational silos and maintain a clear corporate hierarchy.
  • B. To foster a culture of transparency, trust, and vulnerability among employees.
  • C. To ensure employees are working maximum hours during the workweek.
  • D. To evaluate employee performance based on their impromptu social interactions.
Question 7 of 7
When pursuing a long-term goal, such as writing a novel, what approach does the author recommend?
  • A. Deferring the dream until you have limitless time and financial resources.
  • B. Taking the smallest possible step right now to set a cycle of new possibilities in motion.
  • C. Waiting until you have a completely polished and perfect idea before taking any action.
  • D. Releasing your attachment to the goal entirely and trusting that the universe will provide an outcome.

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What's Next Is Now Summary & Overview

What's Next Is Now (2024) presents a transformative mindset to help you navigate uncertainty with purpose. It offers a motivational guide to creating a future you desire through optimism, curiosity, and experimentation, offering practical exercises and real-world insights to foster a future-ready perspective.

Who Should Listen to What's Next Is Now?

  • Professionals navigating rapidly changing industries
  • People experiencing major life transitions
  • Those seeking motivation and optimism in the face of the future

About the Author: Frederik Pferdt

Dr. Frederik G. Pferdt is a writer and innovation pioneer, known for shaping Google's creative culture as its first Chief Innovation Evangelist and teaching at Stanford University. His expertise lies in unlocking creativity to envision and build a better future.

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