Understanding Longpath and Overcoming Short-termism

The speaker introduces 'futuring' and highlights the problem of short-termism, which limits our ability to address large-scale issues. They propose 'longpath' as a practice to shift mental models and encourage transgenerational, futures, and telos thinking. These approaches help in planning beyond immediate concerns, fostering a broader perspective on solving global challenges.

What term does the speaker use to describe the increasing focus on immediate results in problem-solving?

• Sandbagging

• Futuring

• Short-termism

• Longpath

Which historical achievement is mentioned as an example of long-term thinking?

• The Eiffel Tower

• The Space Shuttle

• The Panama Canal

• The Internet

What is the speaker's term for temporary solutions that do not address the root cause of problems?

• Short-term solutions

• Quick fixes

• Sandbag strategies

• Longpath strategies

What does the speaker suggest is necessary to move beyond short-term thinking?

• Increased technological investment

• A shift in mental models

• More government regulations

• Higher education levels

What is the primary focus of transgenerational thinking?

• Focusing on technological advancements

• Improving personal productivity

• Considering the impact of decisions beyond one's lifetime

• Maximizing short-term profits

What does the speaker imply is a limitation of focusing only on one's lifespan when addressing problems?

• It limits the scope of impact

• It leads to faster solutions

• It increases personal satisfaction

• It encourages innovation

What does the speaker suggest is often overlooked in favor of technological solutions?

• Cultural diversity

• Moral evolution

• Economic growth

• Political stability

What question does 'telos thinking' encourage individuals to ask?

• How can I improve efficiency?

• What are the latest technologies?

• How can I maximize profits?

• What is my ultimate goal?

According to the speaker, what is a common trait of businesses that successfully break out of short-termism?

• They are family-run

• They focus solely on technology

• They avoid long-term planning

• They prioritize immediate profits

What does the speaker mean by saying the future should be treated as a verb?

• It requires passive observation

• It demands active participation

• It is unpredictable

• It is predetermined