Prune The Future

Come eseguirlo

1. 1

   Prepare by cutting sticky notes or index cards into leaf shapes. Draw a large tree on a visible surface, with branches representing different future categories, and label the general topic.

2. 2

   Explain that the inner tree represents the current state and the outer tree branches represent future possibilities.

3. 3

   Have participants write current aspects of the topic on leaves and place them inside the tree canopy. Remove duplicates and cluster similar ideas near relevant branches.

4. 4

   Ask participants to write future aspects or potential developments on new leaves and position them around the treetop according to their relevance to the branches.

5. 5

   Facilitate a discussion about the resulting tree, focusing on which branches are most active, which are underdeveloped, and the connections between different parts.

Suggerimenti

• Encourage participants to think creatively and go beyond current constraints when imagining future possibilities.

• Use the tree's growth pattern to highlight areas needing attention or investment.

Variazioni

Adapt the tree metaphor to different topics or contexts, such as using it for product development or team growth. Consider adding symbols like apples to represent specific outcomes or goals.