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“companies need to figure out what jobs customers want to get done and how they measure success in getting a job done before they can determine what solutions customers want.” quote by Anthony Ulwick
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““companies need to figure out what jobs customers want to get done and how they measure success in getting a job done before they can determine what solutions customers want.””

Anthony Ulwick

About This Quote

Source Book: Jobs to Be Done, by Anthony Ulwick, 2005

Understanding customer jobs and success metrics is essential before designing solutions.

In simple terms: Know customer needs before creating products.

Key Takeaway

Research jobs and success criteria first.

Themes

customer insight innovation strategy

Mood

analytical focused

Type

strategic business

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • service design
  • business planning

Key Concepts

jobs‑to‑be‑done market research

Questions to Reflect On

  • What job does your product truly serve?
  • How will you measure success?
A Different Perspective

Focusing only on solutions can miss real needs.

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