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What is a Window Of Opportunity?

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A window of opportunity is a passing set of conditions that offer a possibility. It is a common condition of business, science, health and life in general that opportunities only present themselves for a short time. The following are common examples.

Markets

The price of a stock drops irrationally low at the end of a capitulation where it remains for a matter of minutes.

Health

A disease or condition that is treatable until it reaches an advanced state.

Business

A business discovers a new market and for a short time enjoys a monopoly until competition arrives.

Education

Young children can acquire native skills in a language whereas adults may never fully master a new language.

Career

A young engineer is given a chance to give a presentation to the executive team of a large organization.

Sustainability

An endangered species is close to a tipping point after which its population will be too low to save.

Sports

A penalty kick in a tied game with seconds on the clock.
Overview: Window Of Opportunity
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A temporary set of conditions that make something possible.
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