The Three Horizons model is often described in management literature as a structure for assessing potential opportunities for growth within an organisation. By using the Three Horizons as an analytical tool for understanding how growth could happen, the model offers a holistic view of the present moment, the vision of the future, and how you might facilitate movement from one to the other.  It is a really useful tool to use after you have done a SWOT Analysis.

Watch the video and feel free to request the templates laura@thehiddenedge.co.uk. I am happy to share.

1. Complete a SWOT Analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) in relation to your business

2. Use the focus questions to help you plot where you are now in Horizon 1.  Then plot where you would like the business to look like in Horizon 3.

3. Recognise what you wish to do more and wish to do less that will aid your transition from horizon 1 to horizon 3.

4. Create a clear plan and a programme that will help you move through horizon 2

5. Don’t forget to build in specific dates to monitor your progress.

Please do share your experiences with these models in the comments below.  I am building a portfolio of small business case studies and would love to include examples of what has worked well for you.

PS – If you need further help then give me a call on 07962 626604 to arrange a Skype session with me.

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