

Ep. 287: Frederik Pferdt and Your Future You
17 snips Dec 4, 2024
Frederik Pferdt, author of "What's Next is Now," discusses the power of present choices in shaping your future. He emphasizes a proactive mindset and personal agency, sharing insights on innovation and change from his journey at Google. Pferdt invites listeners to explore personal development resources like his newsletter and podcast, aiming to inspire a future-ready mindset. He also touches on the cycles of learning within GTD, encouraging a deeper understanding as one grows in productivity skills. Get ready to transform your perspective!
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Google's Innovation Culture
- Frederik Pferdt worked at Google and studied their innovation culture.
- He found that innovation wasn't tied to environment, resources, or frameworks, but to a "future-ready" mindset.
Shaping Your Future
- The future is shaped by present choices, influenced by optimism, openness, curiosity, empathy, and experimentation.
- Shift from predicting the future to making choices that create a better one.
Learning Resources
- Read Pferdt's book "What's Next is Now" for stories and practices to create a better future.
- Subscribe to his newsletter and podcast for additional insights and expert advice.