How, now, wow

This template works on the following products:

*For all Lucid plan types

Use this How, Now, Wow matrix to assess ideas based on feasibility and originality. Place your ideas on the matrix to spot the ones that are innovative and can be implemented quickly.

What is the how, now, wow template?

When you brainstorm, sometimes you need a bit of structure to help you sort your ideas. The how, now, wow template helps you sort your ideas based on how feasible they are and how innovative they are.

The template asks you to put your ideas into one of three categories:

How: Ideas in this section are high on innovation but low on feasibility. You might be able to use them later if you can figure out how to implement them.
Now: The ideas you place here are not particularly innovative, but they’re easy to implement. They’re the kind of things you can get started on right now.
Wow: This section contains the ideas that make your brainstorming session worthwhile. They’re both innovative and easy to implement.

Benefits of using a how, now, wow matrix

A how, now, wow matrix is simple and easy to use—you’ll be able to use it right away without spending a lot of time learning about it or setting it up. You’ll also be able to see your results at a glance when you’re done so you can focus on the ideas in the “Now” and “Wow” categories.

How to use the how, now, wow template in Lucidspark

Share the Lucidspark board with the participants in your brainstorming session. As you come up with ideas, write them down on sticky notes and discuss with the group about where they belong on the matrix. Alternatively, you can move through each section of the matrix and ask the group to think of ideas that would belong there.

As you brainstorm, use our timer tool to keep stay on track. Your participants can also react to other people’s ideas with emojis. When you’ve finished brainstorming, use theVoting tool to decide what ideas to move forward with, and turn those ideas into action items.