In today’s fragmented, always-on world, it’s easy to feel like we’re always reacting to the future instead of shaping it. However, with the right mindset and tools, it’s possible to create a future from your vision rather than simply reacting to it. This requires specific skills, a generative model, and a language that helps you generate possibilities rather than just react to them.

First and foremost, creating a future from your vision requires having a clear and compelling vision of what you want to achieve. This vision should be specific, measurable, and aligned with your values and passions. It should also be supported by a strong sense of purpose or mission that drives you towards your goals.

Once you have a clear vision and mission, the next step is to develop a generative model for creating the future you desire. This model should be based on a deep understanding of your current reality, as well as an awareness of the possibilities and potential opportunities that exist in the world around you.

To develop a generative model, start by identifying the key drivers and factors that are likely to shape the future. These might include changes in technology, shifts in consumer behavior, geopolitical trends, or environmental factors. Once you’ve identified these drivers, you can start to create scenarios that explore different possibilities for how the future might unfold.

The language you use is also critical in shaping the future. Instead of reactive language that focuses on problems and limitations, use generative language that focuses on possibilities and potential. For example, instead of saying “we can’t do that because it’s never been done before,” try saying “what if we could do that? What would it look like? What would be possible?”

In conclusion, creating a future from your vision takes specific skills, a generative model, and a language that focuses on possibilities rather than limitations. By developing a clear and compelling vision, a generative model for exploring possibilities, and a language that generates possibilities, you can shape the future rather than simply reacting to it. So start generating your future today!