Helping People & Organizations Make Better, More Responsible Decisions for the Future
Foresight | Behavioral Science | Ethical, Sustainable Impact
What if your next decision could shape a better future not just for you and your organization, but for others too?
In a world full of noise, I help you slow down, see clearly, and act wisely. With tools rooted in foresight and behavioral science, I turn complexity into clarity so you can make meaningful moves with confidence.Ready to explore?
© Kristiina Paju. All rights reserved.
KRISTIINA PAJU
Foresight | Behavioral Science | Ethical, Sustainable Impact
I’m a futurist, foresight facilitator, and behavioral insights advisor supporting people and organizations in making wiser, more intentional decisions. My educational journey reflects a lifelong curiosity about how we think, choose, and shape what comes next. I hold a Master of Social Sciences in Futures Studies (with a minor in Sustainable Development) from Turku School of Economics, a BBA in International Business from Turku University of Applied Sciences, and a BA in Education, with a focus on human studies and history, from Tallinn University. I’m currently completing an MBA in Behavioural Insights and Choice Architecture at Laurea University of Applied Sciences.Professionally, my path has woven through sustainable city development in the Baltic Sea region, futures work in vocational education, circular economy and innovation projects with food industry SMEs, and AI strategy development. I’ve led and co-created creative foresight initiatives, facilitated futures dialogues and workshops, and supported organizations through communication design and strategic clarity. I’ve been a member of the World Futures Studies Federation (WFSF) and am currently a member of the Association of Professional Futurists (APF).I designed the DECIDE+F™ Method to support reflective, ethical, and future-conscious thinking in a rapidly changing world.
I also have been creating tools like the Futures Literacy Journal and host The Quiet Future Podcast, where I explore imagination, complexity, and societal change. As a multidisciplinary person, I aim to always explore the world with different lens - often colleagues or stakeholders get "aha!" moments as I point out something they had missed or not considered. Thanks to my pedagogical background, I am skilled in course design and faciliation - I can tailor training days or workshops, as well as educational courses, for your team or organization.I hope you are still here - fancy to
explore some of the resources I have written?A Short, Surprising History of Futures Thinking
Futures Literacy - a new skill for the 21st century teachers
© Kristiina Paju. All rights reserved.
THE FUTURES LITERACY JOURNAL
A creative, reflective tool for expanding your perspective, aligning with your values, and imagining beyond the obvious. Ideal for individuals, facilitators, and teams. Comes with themed prompts, guided exercises, and space to explore.
Available currently as a PDF version.Read more and purchase yours: www.futuresjournal.eu
THE QUIET FUTURE PODCAST
A calm space for exploring how we think about the future, and how we can do it more mindfully, ethically, and creatively. The episodes are built in a way that you can pause and reflect when you need to do so. Find the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts and where-ever you listen to yours!
Episode 1: A Quiet Beginning
Episode 16: The Power of Small Wins In Foresight
THE QUIET FUTURE COLLECTIVE ON MIGHTY
The Quiet Future Collective is a growing community on Mighty Networks where we explore ethical foresight, meaningful change, and creative approaches to decision-making. Join us for conversations, prompts, peer learning, and gentle accountability as we shape better futures together. Join the network!
Explore the services and the pilot pricing brochureAll payments will be handled securely via Stripe.Need something custom? I’m happy to create a tailored package that suits your needs.Contact me to get started or book a session.
Pricing
Work with me
Tools, guidance, and creative structure for future-facing thinking - tailored to your needs!
1:1 Consultations: Strategy, reflection, or creative foresight jam sessions – 60 minutes, tailored to you
Workshops & Facilitation: Interactive sessions using DECIDE+F and other tools for decision-making and complex problem-solving
Advisory for Organizations & Teams: Longer-term or strategic collaboration to build capacity for ethical foresight
Speaking & Podcast Guesting: Talks and conversations about behavioral insights, complexity, and designing meaningful futures, keynote speeches, lectures
DECIDE+F™ METHOD
This is a practical tool I have created for navigating complexity, combining behavioral science, systems thinking, and futures literacy in order to really expand the context, the need, the impact and the different futures the decision ignites.Connect with me to learn more about the method and what is included!
| Letter | meaning | description |
|---|---|---|
| D | Define the Decision | Clarify what you’re truly deciding and why it matters |
| E | Explore the Context | Identify systems, stories, and structures influencing the situation |
| C | Consider Choices | Generate, stretch, and assess your possible actions |
| I | Identify Biases | Recognize heuristics and assumptions clouding your view |
| D | Decide Intentionally | Align your choice with your values and preferred future |
| E | Evaluate Impact | Reflect on both short- and long-term effects |
| +F | Futures Literacy/Foresight | This final step invites you to explore emerging change, imagine alternative futures, and expand your decision-making lens beyond short-term thinking. It’s both a skill and a mindset. |
WHY IT MATTERS
Every offering I create is grounded in a commitment to:
Ethical practices that respect people, privacy, and purpose
Responsible innovation that centers long-term impact
Sustainable futures that are inclusive, just, and regenerative
I aim to include the values of safeguarding humanity into the way I work - I will use multiple lens and multidisciplinary resources in order to analyse and point out the impacts of decisions not just on the organization, but the stakeholders - the humanity and the planet, as well as the generations to come. Being skilled in behavioural insights is a blessing - understanding how the human mind works, the heuristics we all use as mental shortcuts - as this adds a novel layer to "business-as-usual" way of life and decision-making processes.The futures lens needs this too - conscious understanding of one's thinking and reasoning behind the assumptions we make of what is considered possible, desirable or undesirable, will help you to unlock novel paths to the future.
COLLABORATIONS
I have had the privilege of working with municipalities, vocational educators, researchers, business owners, and advocacy groups across sectors.I’m open to working with:
Educators and schools
Municipalities and cities
Nonprofits and movements
Researchers, artists, and ethical tech developersRecent and ongoing partnerships:
Lapsiperheiden Etujärjestö ry
LHKK (article in FUTURA)
Someron keskustanaiset ry
Nuva ry
Tallinn University
let's connect
Whether you’re exploring a collaboration, looking for clarity on a complex decision, or simply curious about the DECIDE+F™ framework — I’d love to hear from you.Feel free to reach out with questions, project ideas, or booking inquiries.👉 Use the form below or email me directly at [email protected]You can also find me on LinkedIn or join the Quiet Future Collective to stay in the loop.
Thank you for reaching out!
Your message has been received — I truly appreciate you taking the time to connect.I’ll get back to you as soon as possible, usually within 2–3 working days.
In the meantime, feel free to explore more through:✨ The Quiet Future Podcast
📓 Futures Literacy JournalLooking forward to continuing the conversation.— Kristiina