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Strategy Blocks: An operator’s guide to product strategy

Lenny Rachitsky

Step 1: Preparation (3-5 weeks) The preparation step is a foundational effort where a lot of the groundwork and due diligence is done to inform the strategy selection process. Then iron out any adjustments as a result of these reviews. Let’s dive into detailed guidance for each step.

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The application of Persuasive and Behavioral Techniques to Improve Saving Habits

UX Planet

We want to buy everything from fragrances to dinner with friends to traveling the world. We can create systems that gently sway judgments and match actions with long-term objectives to combatthis. Social proof can also be in the form of ratings & reviews as reviews from existingusers. Human wants are insatiable.

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De-risking your 2025 initiatives: Why every intelligent app must start with a PoC

Modus Create

Gartner estimates that through 2025, at least 30% of generative AI projects will fail after PoC due to poor data quality, inadequate risk controls, escalating costs, or unclear business value. Uncertain outcomes: Without real-world validation, predicting an AI systems performance or business impact can be challenging.

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When the App Has All the Power — and You Have All the Consequences

UX Planet

Navigo—a card used to travel on public transport in Paris When the App Has All the Power — and You Have All the Consequences A frustrating experience with a ticketing app in Paris shows how unclear design can mislead users — and why designers should take responsibility when their systems cause real-world problems.

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Usability testing: the complete guide

UX Planet

Introduction If you’re responsible in some way for a digital product or system, you should be doing usability testing — whatever your sector, industry or role. While they technically mean the same thing, I prefer usability testing because it places the emphasis on testing the usability of the product or system rather than the user.

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Why UX Design Strategy is Crucial for Business Success

UX Planet

This leads to frustrated users who leave poor reviews or abandon the product altogether. To illustrate these risks, consider a real-world example from Shakuros portfolio: the creation of Navi Africa, an African travel concierge app.

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Unlocking Growth Through UX Research

UX Planet

Over time, it has evolved from a simple set of metrics into a comprehensive system for understanding user behavior at each stage of the product journey PostHog,2023. This fundamental gap in understanding is where UX Research becomes not only valuable but essential for driving authentic and lastinggrowth.