How You Can Positively
Impact a Billion People
- About the Book
We are living in the most innovative and technologically advanced period in history. Where science fiction is rapidly becoming science fact. The old ways of thinking, leading, and innovating are no longer enough. To solve today’s biggest challenges, we must embrace an exponential mindset and leverage technology for massive, positive impact.
- In Moonshot Innovation, futurist and exponential leader Ross Thornley challenges us to think bigger, act bolder, and create solutions that impact billions. Drawing from disruptive technologies, the United Nations’ 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, and breakthrough innovation strategies, this book provides a blueprint for visionary leadership and global transformation.
“One person, armed with an exponential mindset, can positively impact a billion lives.”
- This book will help you:
If you are an entrepreneur, leader, innovator, or change-maker, this book will equip you with the mindset and strategies to create real, lasting impact.
“Brilliant—full of practical exercises to improve your AQ. A must-read for leaders and change agents.”
— Donald Henderson, NHS National Services Scotland
“This book explains AQ like never before. As a consultant for 20+ years, it has changed how I approach adaptability with my clients.”
— Verified Amazon Review
“Adaptability is the greatest skill for leaders today. This book is a field guide to navigating change and staying competitive.”
— Debora J. McLaughlin, Leadership & Change Expert
“So relevant to NOW! The AQ framework is something I’ll be using in my business for people development.”
— Politica, Business Leader
“If you feel overwhelmed by change, read this book. Ross breaks down adaptability into easy, actionable steps.”
— Celia Parker, Retired Educator
- Who Should Read This?
Business leaders & entrepreneurs ready to disrupt industries.
Innovators & technologists looking to leverage breakthroughs for impact.
Social change-makers integrating business with global challenges.
Anyone curious about the future & how to shape it.
- What’s Inside?
- Book Structure:
- Warp Speed Evolution – Why technological acceleration is reshaping industries and leadership
- The Nature of Our Era – Understanding how disruption is now the norm, not the exception
- Sci-Fi & Sci-Fact – Exploring the blurred lines between imagination and reality
- Exponential Technology & Adaptability – The forces redefining what’s possible
- Big Grand Challenges & Leveraging Technology for Good – Solving humanity’s biggest problems with moonshot thinking
- Moonshot Innovation & Barriers to Change – The corporate immune system and how to overcome resistance
- Exponential Leaders of the Future – Why leadership today requires adaptability, foresight, and courage
- The Power of an MTP (Massive Transformational Purpose) – How purpose fuels innovation and scale
- Preparing for Change & Mindset Training – Developing adaptability as a leadership superpower
- Breakthrough & 10x Thinking – The science of solving big problems faster
- Leaping Into the Unknown – How to embrace uncertainty and drive disruptive innovation
- Global Ambition – Leaving No One Behind – Ensuring innovation benefits all, not just a few
- What’s At Stake? – The risks of inaction in an era of exponential change
- Act Now – Defining Your First Leap – A framework for making bold, impactful moves
- Manifesto for Innovation-Led Sustainable Change – The principles of designing a future we want to live in
