The Optimist’s Telescope. Book Summary

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Bina Venkataraman

What’s inside

The Optimist’s Telescope explores how individuals and societies can make long-term decisions in a world focused on immediate gratification.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding the importance of long-term planning
  • Learning strategies to resist short-term temptations
  • Gaining insights into sustainable decision-making
  • Discovering ways to incorporate long-term gains in daily life

Key Points

  • The myopia of instant gratification
  • Strategies for long-term thinking
  • Incorporating future generations’ needs
  • Balancing innovation with foresight
  • Case studies in forward-looking decisions
  • Tools to overcome short-term biases

Who’s it For

  • Futurists
  • Policy-makers
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Environmentalists
  • General readers interested in decision-making and future planning

About the author

Bina Venkataraman is a writer and leader in public policy and science-driven enterprises, known for her forward-thinking approaches.