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310: Why is Now the Time for Future Thinking? (Trista Harris)SUMMARYSpecial thanks to TowneBank for bringing these conversations to life, and for their commitment to strengthening nonprofit organizations. Learn more about how they can help at TowneBank.com/NonprofitBanking.How can nonprofit leaders break free from the exhausting cycle of putting our fires to create a clear, future-focused strategy that drives long-term impact? In episode 310 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, philanthropic futurist, Trista Harris dives into why many in the sector struggle to think beyond immediate crises and how future-focused strategies can drive transformational change. Learn practical tools for envisioning long-term impact, including how to align organizational activities with a shared vision and develop a rolling three-year strategic plan. With actionable insights on integrating futurism into your culture and engaging stakeholders, this conversation will inspire you to reimagine what's possible for your organization—and equip you to build a brighter, more equitable future.ABOUT TRISTATrista Harris is a renowned philanthropic futurist who advocates for the use of futurism to address critical community challenges worldwide. Her groundbreaking work has been featured in Forbes, CNN, The New York Times, The Chronicle of Philanthropy, and many social sector blogs. Trista is the President of FutureGood, a consultancy that helps visionaries create a better future. She has authored two books - "How to Become a Nonprofit Rockstar" and "FutureGood.". Prior to her work at FutureGood, she served as President of the Minnesota Council on Foundations, a thriving grant-making community that awards over $1.5 billion annually. She was also the Executive Director of the Headwaters Foundation for Justice and a Program Officer at Minnesota Philanthropy Partners. A strategic foresight expert certified by Oxford University, Trista holds a Master of Public Policy degree from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota and a Bachelor of Arts from Howard University.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCES Rest is Resistance: Free Yourself from Grind Culture and Reclaim Your Life by Tricia HerseyParable of the Sower by Octavia ButlerHave you gotten Patton's book Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership: Seven Keys to Advancing Your Career in the Philanthropic Sector – Now available on AudibleDon't miss our weekly Thursday Leadership Lens for the latest on nonprofit leadership

In this episode of The Switch, Lisa Brown Alexander dives into the future of social impact work with Trista Harris, President of FutureGood. Trista shares her insights on leveraging futurism to build resilient organizations, reimagining sustainable work in the sector and fostering creativity through spaciousness. This episode is for any social impact leader looking to refresh and align their organization's long-term strategy to account for creativity, resilience and technology that will enable greater mission impact.   In this episode, you'll hear: ​What futurism is and how FutureGood helps organizations use its tools to build agile, mission-aligned frameworks for long-term success Her prediction for the future focus of social impact organizations  Why now is the time to reconsider what sustainable work looks like in the social impact sector  The importance of leaders creating spaciousness for themselves to generate new, creative solutions  How she implemented AI across her team to determine its most effective use  What leads to burnout and how to get clear on the work that will help you create the most change  About FutureGood FutureGood is a consultancy that helps foundations, nonprofits, and visionary leaders predict and shape the future. Using futurism tools and best practices from the field, we partner with our clients to envision your ideal future, create a path to get there, and solve problems yet to be imagined. To learn more, visit www.wearefuturegood.com. About Trista Harris Trista Harris is a philanthropic futurist and is nationally known as a passionate advocate for leaders in the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors. Trista's work has been covered by the Chronicle of Philanthropy, Forbes, CNN, the New York Times, and numerous social sector blogs. She is also the co-author of the book “How to Become a Nonprofit Rockstar” and the author of “FutureGood”. She is the President of FutureGood, a consultancy focused on helping visionaries build a better future. Learn more about Trista.  About Lisa Driven to serve the often-overlooked people management needs for the social impact sector, Lisa set out to build a market where one didn't exist. She founded Nonprofit HR, the leading talent management firm in the country that works exclusively with the nonprofit sector. Read Lisa's full bio. About the Switch The Switch offers access to Nonprofit HR's talent management knowledge presented by our expert consultants, media partners, and guests from across the social impact sector. For over 20 years, Nonprofit HR has produced content that illuminates critical, timely and insightful knowledge for leaders of social impact organizations. Insights from this podcast shine light on the full talent management lifecycle, from employee attraction to organizational culture, engagement, performance management and retention.

When building a collaborative strategy or working through your implementation plans, it might feel like what you need most is a crystal ball (or a mystically accurate Magic 8 ball) to reveal which activities will work, which won't, and where you can pivot so you and your partners can keep making progress. Moving ahead while surfing through ambiguity and questions like, “what will happen if…” can make the process of working together even more uncertain and stressful.The practice of futurism can be helpful when working through questions about where your collaborative work can go, and how your work may be affected by shifts in , political, financial, environmental, and other conditions.In this new podcast episode, we explore how futurism can be used by collaboratives. We talk with Trista Harris, President of FutureGood, an organization that supports funders and nonprofits by tapping into future thinking. We discuss how these practices can support scenario-planning, risk mitigation, and imaging what an “ideal future” might be.In the discussion, we also explore the future trends that collectives may need to consider, including the impact of artificial intelligence (AI), disaster planning, and imagining a bright future when facing daunting challenges.Resources and FootnotesFutureGoodPast FutureGood webinarsMore on Collective ImpactInfographic: What is Collective Impact?Resource List: Getting Started in Collective ImpactThe Intro music, entitled “Running,” was composed by Rafael Krux, and can be found here and is licensed under CC: By 4.0.The outro music, entitled “Deliberate Thought,” was composed by Kevin Macleod. Licensed under CC: By.Have a question related to collaborative work that you'd like to have discussed on the podcast? Contact us at: https://www.collectiveimpactforum.org/contact-us/

In this thought-provoking episode, we look into philanthropic futurism with the remarkable Trista Harris, a leading advocate for equity in the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors. Trista's illustrious career spans various renowned platforms, including CNN, the New York Times, and Forbes, where her insights on leveraging futurism to address societal challenges have garnered widespread acclaim.   As the President of FutureGood, a consultancy dedicated to fostering visionary leadership and crafting a brighter tomorrow, Trista brings a wealth of experience to the table. With a background as the former president of the Minnesota Council on Foundations and executive director of the Headwaters Foundation for Justice, Trista's expertise in strategic foresight is unparalleled.   Throughout the episode, Trista shares invaluable insights on how futurism tools can be harnessed to shape a more equitable and prosperous future. Drawing from her master's degree in public policy from the University of Minnesota and a certificate in strategic foresight from The University of Oxford, she offers practical strategies for envisioning and realizing transformative change.   Join us as we explore the intersection of philanthropy, futurism, and social impact and discover how organizations and leaders can navigate the complexities of tomorrow with clarity and purpose.    Whether you're a seasoned philanthropist, nonprofit leader, or simply passionate about driving positive change, this episode promises to inspire and empower you to embrace the future with optimism and vision. 00:00:53 - Guest intro 00:02:32 - How did Future Good start? 00:08:19 - How did the diagnosis change the trajectory of the business? 00:18:32 - Developing deep connections through honesty  00:20:39 - Transformation and change 00:24:57 - What would it look like if there was no change? 00:30:35 - Trusting the NO 00:30:53 - The Future Good Book 00:35:04 - Last thoughts     Connect with Trista:   Website: https://www.wearefuturegood.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weare_futuregood/ Sick and Successful ™ Book Waitlist: https://sandscreative.ck.page/sick-and-successful-book    Let's stay connected through these links: Email us your questions: info@sandscreative.ca Our website: http://www.sandscreative.ca Podcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/sickandsuccessful_ Our business Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/s.and.s.creative Natalie's personal Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/for.the.success

Guest: Trista HarrisTrista Harris joins the team to talk about futurism in philanthropy, how to approach a futurist framework, and discusses upcoming trends for 2024. There's a lot of talk about AI, some rapid fire questions, and a lot of great discussion all around.To learn more about FutureGood, visit wearefuturegood.comTo learn more about Fluxx, visit fluxx.ioTo learn more about Neon One, visit neonone.comEpisodes of Untapped Philanthropy are edited, mixed, and mastered by Rocket Skates Recording.

We all plan ahead. Companies and organizations set sustainability goals with a combination of short-term and long-term targets. But what about very long-term goals? The United Nations SDG goals reach out to the year 2050 and beyond. What does the road look like-- and what tools are available-- for such long-range thinking and planning? And how do we set a course that is not only sustainable but restorative? Watch or listen to our Sustainable Development Goals Roundtable event recording featuring nationally recognized futurist Trista Harris. Trista is the president of FutureGood, a consultancy that helps visionary leaders build a better future. She speaks internationally about using the tools of futurism in the social sector.

Trista Harris, a Philanthropic Futurist, the President of Future Good and a prolific Author, discusses the importance of predicting the future and taking action to create positive change. She shares her journey into futurism and the tools she uses to help organizations envision and work towards their desired future. Harris emphasizes the need for corporations to take responsibility for their impact on climate change and for individuals to advocate for change at the local level. She also addresses the challenges and opportunities in achieving racial equity and offers practical steps for organizations to create a more inclusive and diverse environment. In this conversation with Driving Impact® podcast Host & Tech Executive Katheline Jean-Pierre discusses various topics related to the future, including diversity and inclusion, predicted trends such as global warming and racial equity, the future of housing and multi-generational living, the importance of community and connection, the future of food and hyperlocal farming, the potential of self-driving cars and multi-use spaces, the transition to the access and sharing economy, creating resilient and livable cities, predicting global pandemics, the future of racial equity and equitable cities, the impact of AI on human rights and ethics, and the future of education and learning.

Remember, you can watch the Superpowers for Good show on e360tv. To watch the episode, download the #e360tv channel app to your streaming device–Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV–or your mobile device. You can even watch it on the web.When you purchase an item after clicking a link here, we may earn a commission. It's an easy way to support our work.Devin: What is your superpower?Trista: My superpower is helping other people predict and shape the future.Trista Harris is the author of FutureGood and founder and president of a consulting firm by the same name that helps “visionary leaders build a more beautiful and equitable future” using strategic planning and visioning tools.The future is scary to anyone who has seen one of the Terminator movies or who has read about a self-driving car killing someone. There is some valid foundation for that fear, Trista notes.She shared a recent experience of a large robot hugging her; factory managers can train it to replace humans performing various repetitive tasks. The owners who replace humans with more cost-efficient (profitable) robots will naturally benefit. How do workers benefit?Trista suggests taxing robots and distributing the funds as a universal basic income (UBI), celebrating the fact that humans could be relieved of work that we don't enjoy. She sees a future where we work fewer hours and still earn as much.“We're doing a lot of work at FutureGood to think about what a more beautiful and equitable future looks like where we can use these tools but not get the sort of dystopian science fiction version of the future that I think many of your viewers are probably a little worried about,” Trista says.There are good uses for AI as well. It can also enhance the work of nonprofits, helping them become more efficient at delivering impact and raising more money. Over the years, Trista has polished her superpower, helping others predict and shape the future. It enables her to help organizations do more good.AI Episode Summary* In this episode, Devin Thorpe interviews Trista Harris, the President of FutureGood, about the future of good and philanthropy.* Trista shares her experience of attending a futurist conference where she saw a robot designed to replace humans on a production line.* She believes that robotics and artificial intelligence can free humans from repetitive work and allow them to focus on more meaningful tasks.* Trista mentions the challenges of ensuring a more equitable future and emphasizes the need to tax these tools appropriately and redistribute the wealth generated.* Devin discusses the impact of technology on his own life and how it is changing at an unprecedented rate.* Trista highlights the potential of artificial intelligence in the social sector, particularly in fundraising and customization of donor communications.* She cautions against organizations using these tools to replace human workers entirely and advocates for a reduction in work hours with fair compensation through universal basic income.* Trista shares her experience of interviewing Richard Branson, who she admires for his philanthropic work, and how it inspired her to write her book, "FutureGood."* Trista Harris talks about her consultancy, FutureGood, which helps visionary leaders build a more equitable future through strategic planning, visioning work, and teaching futurism skills.* Trista's superpower is helping people predict and shape the future. She shares a success story of a politician who was able to transform her community through her leadership, facilitated by FutureGood retreats and training programs.How to Develop Helping Others Predict and Shape the Future As a SuperpowerTrista hosts mastermind retreats for her clients in the social sector who want to increase their impact. At her first event, one of the participants expressed interest in running for office. Another had recently run; she shared the challenges and difficulties in an hours-long conversation. In the wee hours of the morning, as the group adjourned, she admitted, however, that many opportunities had come from her campaign. She recommended running.“Soon after the retreat, this woman decided to run. We fundraised for her, and we had a group chat of encouragement. One of the mastermind members became our finance chair for her campaign,” Trista says. “She was elected, the youngest and the only Filipino American woman that had ever been on the county board for Hennepin County, the largest county in Minnesota.”Trista has some tips for developing the ability to predict and shape the future:* Set aside 5 percent of your time for working on the future* Set and follow Google alerts using the keyword “future” along with your domain's keywords* Connect with others over Slack or similar communities to discuss the ideasBy following Trista's advice, you can develop skills that will help you predict and shape the future–and help others do the same. With practice, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileTrista Harris (she/her):Philanthropic Futurist and President, FutureGoodAbout FutureGood: FutureGood is a consultancy that helps visionary leaders build a better future through strategic visioning, retreats, cohorts, and online learning programs.Website: www.WeAreFutureGood.comTwitter Handle: @WeAreFutureGoodCompany Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/WeAreFutureGoodBiographical Information: Trista Harris is a philanthropic futurist and is nationally known as a passionate advocate for leaders in the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors. Trista's work has been covered by the Chronicle of Philanthropy, Forbes, CNN, the New York Times, and numerous social sector blogs. She is also the co-author of the book “How to Become a Nonprofit Rockstar” and the author of “FutureGood.” She is the President of FutureGood, a consultancy focused on helping visionaries build a better future. She has spent her whole career dedicated to the social sector, starting with a job as a summer parks assistant at the age of 15. Before starting FutureGood, Trista was President of the Minnesota Council on Foundations, a vibrant community of grantmakers who award more than $1.5 billion annually. Prior to joining MCF in 2013, she was executive director of the Headwaters Foundation for Justice in Minneapolis, and she previously served as a program officer at the St. Paul Foundation.Trista has been certified in strategic foresight by Oxford University, earned her Master of Public Policy degree from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota, and her Bachelor of Arts from Howard University. She is a board member for Tides, one of the largest social justice funders in the world that provides fiscal sponsorship, donor-advised funds, impact investing, and a variety of grantmaking solutions to advance social justice and equity. Trista served on the Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee and the Governor's Council on Law Enforcement and Community Relations, which was convened after the shooting of Philando Castile. She is a passionate national advocate for the social sector, using the tools of futurism to solve our communities' most pressing challenges.Twitter Handle: @TristaHarrisPersonal Facebook Profile: facebook.com/TristaharrisLinkedin: linkedin.com/company/futuregoodstudioInstagram Handle: @weare_futuregoodSuperpowers for Good is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

As an author, leader, and consultant, Trista Harris helps mission-driven organizations plan for the future. Chanda sat down with Trista to talk about current trends in the philanthropic sector, the tools of futurism, and her experiences working in nonprofits and foundations.

As fundraisers we're often asked difficult questions about the future. From the effects of policy changes to predictions about next generation giving patters, our organizations rely on us for insight into what the future holds. Thankfully, Futurism and the practical approach our guest, Trista Harris, shares in today's episode will help you answer those pressing questions. We'll also talk about how to be a better bridge builder between the future our donors envision and the work our nonprofit does. And of course, we can't talk about the future without diving into Millennial and Gen Z giving outlooks! Join co-hosts Ali Schneider & Kristi Ackley as we explore how we can all be Futurists. Trista Harris Website Two Curves Framework

I first met Trista Harris a year ago when she spoke at the ALDE Conference in Minneapolis. Her talk was engaging and thought provoking, and I walked away wanting to hear more. That's why I was so excited when she agreed to be interviewed for the Rainmaker Fundraising Podcast! In this episode, Trista helps us understand what Philanthropic Futurism is, and how nonprofit organizations can all benefit from futurism. She also gives us some predictions for the future of the nonprofit sector, and what some of the biggest risks and opportunities on the horizon might be. It's a great episode - you don't want to miss it!Download the show transcript here. About TristaTrista Harris is a passionate advocate for leaders in the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors. Trista's work has been covered by the Chronicle of Philanthropy, CNN, Forbes, the New York Times, and numerous social sector blogs. She is also the co-author of the book “How to Become a Nonprofit Rockstar” and the book “FutureGood”. She speaks internationally about using the tools of futurism in the social sector and is the president of FutureGood, a consultancy that helps visionary leaders build a better future. You'll also want to check out Trista's blog.  

I first met Trista Harris a year ago when she spoke at the ALDE Conference in Minneapolis. Her talk was engaging and thought provoking, and I walked away wanting to hear more. That's why I was so excited when she agreed to be interviewed for the Rainmaker Fundraising Podcast! In this episode, Trista helps us understand what Philanthropic Futurism is, and how nonprofit organizations can all benefit from futurism. She also gives us some predictions for the future of the nonprofit sector, and what some of the biggest risks and opportunities on the horizon might be. It's a great episode - you don't want to miss it!Download the show transcript here. About TristaTrista Harris is a passionate advocate for leaders in the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors. Trista’s work has been covered by the Chronicle of Philanthropy, CNN, Forbes, the New York Times, and numerous social sector blogs. She is also the co-author of the book “How to Become a Nonprofit Rockstar” and the book “FutureGood”. She speaks internationally about using the tools of futurism in the social sector and is the president of FutureGood, a consultancy that helps visionary leaders build a better future. You'll also want to check out Trista's blog.  

Join us on Women Lead Radio as Joanie Connell, your host of REAL Life Lessons, has a conversation with Trista Harris, President of FutureGood, on how to become a more future-focused, giving leader.   Interested in Learning More About Connected Women of Influence? Click Here to Be Invited as Our Special VIP & Guest to a Future Event! Interested in Becoming a Member of Our Professional Community!? Click Here to Apply for Membership!

As a champion for nonprofits, Futurist and author, Trista Harris, helps organizations reimagine the future. In this conversation about leadership and philanthropy, Trista talks about the necessity for more organizations to embrace futurism as a way to solve social issues in the most impactful ways possible.

In this episode we discuss food, the future and giant cookies – with Trista Harris, President of Future Good (and author of a book with the same name), Lauren Pradhan of Grow North, organizer of Food/Ag/Ideas Week, and Tina Rexing, owner of T-Rex Cookie Company.

On this episode of Social Impact now, we'll be talking to Trista Harris, President of Minnesota Council on Foundations. The Minnesota Council on Foundations is a vibrant community of grantmakers who award more than $1 billion annually. On today's show we'll discuss her recent interview with Sir Richard Branson, mogul, futurist and philanthropist extraordinare, the intersection of philanthropy and advancing equity, as well as how to aligning impact with community-led innovation. Content edited for allotted time.

12: The President of the Minnesota Council on Foundations, Trista Harris, addresses exponential technology, the fraught educational system, generosity, abundance and how to prepare for the future. Opening song by Josh Johnson https://soundcloud.com/saxophone_capone/vibrations-willie-g-x-josh-the-classic-feat-kris-bergh https://www.mcf.org/ http://www.tristaharris.org/ http://www.chancebychance.com/