🎾 No-Bullshit Idea Validation, Ditch Low Status Habits, Efficiency Trap, Interview Success & JTBD Mastery

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This is Sunday 1-1-2-3 with George.

Welcome to the 78th edition.

Today we have:

• How to Validate New Product Ideas (the Data-Driven, No-Bullshit Way)

• 6 AWFUL Habits That Make You Look Low Status

• Are You Stuck in the Efficiency Trap?

• 10 Most Commonly Asked Interview Questions – And How to Respond to Each so You Stand Out & Get the Offer

• Know How to Prioritize Problems Using This JTBD Prompt

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📚 How to Validate New Product Ideas (the Data-Driven, No-Bullshit Way)

Ever wondered how to validate new product ideas without wasting time on fluff?

I know, I know. There's a lot of noise out there.

But what if I told you there's a no-bullshit, data-driven way to get the job done?

Think about expensive, frequent, and boring problems your customers face daily. Then, discover, stack rank, and deep dive into these issues.

Sounds like some alien language?

Don't worry. This fantastic guide will unveil the process in simple terms.

How to validate new product ideas (the data-driven, no-bullshit way)

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👀 6 AWFUL Habits That Make You Look Low Status

Let’s try something else today, and it might be a bit leftfield.

Recently, I have been focusing on the softer and softer sides of product management.

The realisation came from the notion that no matter how good you are, your success at work in terms of promotions and salary increases will actually hinge on things that have nothing to do with your craft.

Here for instance, you can learn about body language that helps you appear more confident. If I know my audience, I know that you’re here not because you’re the cocky, arrogant PM. You’re probably very good at what you do, but the promotions don’t come.

So check this out:

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🍪 Quick Bites

• Are You Stuck in the Efficiency Trap? (1 min)

• 10 Most Commonly Asked Interview Questions – And How to Respond to Each so You Stand Out & Get the Offer (2 mins)

• Know How to Prioritize Problems Using This JTBD Prompt (2 mins)

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That's a wrap for today. Stay focused and see you next week! If you want more, be sure to follow me on Twitter (@nurijanian)

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