Catch industry shifts early
Some small changes become big disruptions. You might miss them if you're not looking. Here's how to spot early warnings in 20 minutes:

Check three niche forums or subreddits for 10 minutes. Look for what people are discussing. Then review three newer competitors' announcements for 5 minutes. Focus on partnerships or research updates. Finally, search AnswerThePublic for What if... questions in your field for 5 minutes. (1/3)

Group what you find into threats or opportunities. Ask if any findings contradict what people assume now. Like when a small team noticed VR education tools in developer forums over a year before they went mainstream.

You'll likely find one or two potential issues to discuss in your next client meeting. This helps them see you're paying attention to what's coming. (2/3)