Backcasting with Dr Craig Wing (Ep.12)
A 15 Minute Foreplay™ Conversation with Craig Wing (PhD) In this conversation Bronwyn Williams and Tumelo Mojapelo talk to Dr Craig Wing about what backcasting is and why it’s important. Bronwyn Williams: Hello, I’m Bronwyn Williams. We’re back with the Flux 15 Minute Foreplay™ Conversation where we are talking to really interesting thinkers in the […]
The difference between probabilistic and deterministic thinking (Ep.1)
A 15 Minute Foreplay™ Conversation with Jim O’Shaughnessy In this conversation, the first episode of the Flux Trends 15 Minute Foreplay series, where we explain the best thinkers’ ideas on how to shape your future with confidence, Bronwyn Williams and Tumelo Mojapelo talk to Jim O’Shaughnessy about the difference between probabilistic and deterministic thinking. Bronwyn […]
Self confidence, social doubts
This observation explores the agency and optimism South Africa’s Gen Zs have about their future and the future of the nation. It digs deeper into the reasons behind their self confidence and social doubts. Continue reading to find out more. What we learnt: 83% are optimistic about their personal future, while 54% are optimistic about […]
Matriarchal role models
This observation looks at the role models that Gen Z’s look up to and how these role models mould their identity and expectations of themselves and society. Continue reading to find out more. What we learnt: In terms of who our interviewees were raised by, there was a strong female presence: Who raised you? Parents […]
Democracy in decline?
Today’s observation explores how Gen Z experiences democracy. Do they believe in democracy? Do they think it is effective? Continue reading to find out more. What we learnt: Of the 23 who answered this question “Do you think that democracy is worth protecting or participating in?” 87% answered yes. There’s a positive sentiment about democracy […]
“Discrimination not done with (yet)”
This observation explores how the respondents from the 30/30/30 Project experience varying forms of discrimination in their lives. It delves deeper into how this can have an impact on who they decide to work with or buy from. Continue reading to find out more. What we learnt Many of our interviewees (53%) have experienced some […]
No place like home
Today’s observation looks at how the respondents from our 30/30/30 Project relish the thought of exploring the world for various reasons, but still returning to re-establish their roots in South Africa. Continue reading to find out why. What we learnt 67% of our interviewees stated they would leave South Africa, while 23% preferred to stay. […]
Social Justice Barometer
Today’s observation looks at insights from our 30/30/30 Project and they indicate that Gen Zs have a well developed social justice barometer. It is not clear whether this is a dealbreaker for companies that want to hire them or have them as their clients, but it is something that they consider when considering employment and […]
Let-down or disinterested?
Today’s observation looks at insights from our 30/30/30 Project, which highlight the driving force behind GenZ’s political activity and voting habits. What you’ll find will enlighten and surprise you on how this generation is navigating this area of their lives. Continue reading to find out more. What we learnt: How much do you participate in […]
Sugar (& regular) daddies & mommies
Today’s observation looks at how moms and dads alike have had to fulfil the economic needs of their children. From giving them a consistent stipend to helping when need arises, this generation has yet to experience what true financial independence looks and feels like. The insight from our 30/30/30 Project illustrate that South Africa’s GenZs […]