What are signals of change?

Signals of change are indicators or events that hint at shifts or developments in society, technology, or other areas. Here are some key points on identifying them, as discussed by Jane McGonigal on The Jordan Harbinger Show:

1. Reputable Sources: It's important to develop sources that consistently provide reliable signals of change. These can be scientific journal roundups made accessible to the general public or trusted peer groups that contribute to a shared database for evaluation.
2. Randomized Search: To expose oneself to new information and avoid confirmation bias, it can be helpful to randomly search for future trends in various fields. For example, looking up the “future of cake” or the “future of pets.”
3. Digital Literacy: Making sense of online information and discerning trustworthy sources is crucial. It requires solid digital citizenship skills to filter and interpret the signals effectively.
4. Diverse Input: Using different methods and perspectives can enrich the evaluation of changes. Institutes like the Institute for the Future compile and analyze signals from diverse domains to assess their strength and implications 1.

Understanding and identifying these signals help in anticipating future developments and adjusting accordingly.