HORIZON SCAN: Who Else Is Doing What You Want to Do?
You've mapped your business idea. You know what you want to build. Now what?
A business canvas gets you clear on your own thinking. It doesn't tell you what's already out there, where the market is heading, or what forces could make or break your timing.
That's what Horizon Scanning is for.
In 50 minutes, we'll look at how to research the landscape around your idea: who else is doing something similar, what trends are shaping your sector, and what signals — economic, cultural, technological — are worth tracking before you invest serious time or money.
You'll leave with a simple framework you can actually use, and a clearer sense of whether your window is opening or closing.
Come with your idea. We'll help you read the room.
What You'll Walk Away With
A way to research competitors and comparators without going down a rabbit hole
A feel for the trends and signals that matter most at the early stage
A framework you can return to as your idea evolves
Who Should Attend
Recent graduates exploring entrepreneurship — full-time or part-time — with a business idea they want to pressure-test against the real world. Useful if you've already attended the AI Business Planning session, but no prior workshop required.