The AI Train Is Moving -
And There's Still A Seat For You
Maria Skjærven
""I make AI easy to use — so you can work smarter, create more with less, and free up time for what truly matters.""
Soon, “later” might be too late.
AI is changing everything right now — and we can all feel it
But here’s the real question: Will you be someone who watches it unfold… or someone who learns to make it work for you?
At Futurescouts, I help you use AI in a way that feels meaningful, creative, and genuinely human. You’ll find clarity, confidence, and the gentle courage to walk with the technology — instead of letting it race ahead without you.
AI At Eye Level
I know AI can feel overwhelming. That’s why I make it simple, grounded, and even a little fun.
Together, we explore how you can use AI in your everyday life — step by step, at your pace. No heavy theories. Just hands-on practice, inspiration, and small wins that spark your confidence.
I meet you at eye level — with warmth, curiosity, and a playful spark — so you feel safe to try, experiment, and create something that truly makes a difference for you.
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Who Is Maria?
I’ve worked with IT my whole life.
As a child, I learned to code early — and built my first chatbot when I was 12.
I hold a Master’s degree in Computer Science and Economics from Copenhagen Business School.
I founded Futurescouts in March 2023 because I wanted to teach people how to use the new AI tools — and to spark an important conversation about how we can shape a better future through technology.
Today, Futurescouts has nearly 400 members.
Futurescouts is more than a community; it’s also a consultancy that helps organisations streamline their work using modern generative AI tools, with a strong focus on ChatGPT.
I’m an active member of UniversalFuturist, led by Anne Skare and Henrik Hougaard — and I’m proud to now add “futurist” to my professional profile.
I’m passionate about creating balance in how we use technology.
Innovation is exciting, but we must not let it blind us to the real sources of our creativity — or to our connection with nature, ourselves, and each other.
I’ve developed a concept I call “The 10th Intelligence”, which highlights the essential capabilities we need in an AI-driven era.
While many focus narrowly on learning to “prompt” — asking AI the right questions — the 10th Intelligence goes further. It includes ethical and legal dimensions, and the full spectrum of critical thinking required to engage with AI responsibly.