skills.rest
oldwinter
oldwinterCOMMUNITY
Explore all skills by this author →
WebsiteGitHub

conducting-user-interviews

Plan, execute, and synthesize user interviews into a comprehensive interview pack.

5|Updated Jan 19, 2026
Search Tags:#JTBD#synthesis#user interviews#qualitative research#product discovery#customer research
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/oldwinter/skills --skill conducting-user-interviews
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: conducting-user-interviews
Source: https://github.com/oldwinter/skills/tree/main/lenny-skills/product-skills/conducting-user-interviews
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/oldwinter/skills --skill conducting-user-interviews

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the entire user interview process, from initial planning and participant recruitment to conducting insightful interviews and synthesizing actionable findings.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Interview Planning: Define study goals, target users, and interview types (discovery, JTBD, churn, concept).
  • Recruitment & Screening: Create recruiting plans, outreach copy, and screeners to find the right participants.
  • Interview Execution: Develop story-first interview guides and conduct sessions to elicit specific behaviors and stories.
  • Synthesis & Reporting: Analyze interview data to identify themes, opportunities, and actionable recommendations.
  • Use Case: A Product Manager needs to understand why users abandon a specific feature. This Skill helps them plan and execute interviews to uncover the root causes and inform product improvements.

Quick Start

Plan and conduct 8 discovery interviews with new trial users to inform an onboarding redesign.

Frequently Asked Questions about conducting-user-interviews

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I plan and conduct user interviews for product discovery?▼

Conducting user interviews requires defining study goals, creating recruiting plans with screeners, and developing story-first interview guides. This process ensures you capture high-signal qualitative insights to inform product decisions.

What is the best way to synthesize qualitative research from customer interviews?▼

The best way to synthesize qualitative research is to analyze interview notes to identify recurring themes, uncover opportunities, and generate actionable recommendations. This synthesis transforms raw user stories into structured product insights.

How do I run a JTBD switch interview to understand why users churn?▼

Run a JTBD switch interview by using a structured interview guide designed to elicit specific behaviors and timeline stories about why users switched products. This uncovers root causes of churn and informs product improvements.

Can I use this approach to create recruiting plans and screeners for user research?▼

Yes, you can create recruiting plans, outreach copy, and screeners to find the right participants for various interview types. This ensures your user research targets the correct users for high-signal qualitative data.

What types of user interviews are supported for product discovery?▼

Supported user interview types include discovery, JTBD switch, churn, and concept testing. Each type requires a tailored interview guide to uncover specific behaviors and produce actionable product findings.

Related Skills

Explore More Product & Management Skills→
OneWave-AIOneWave-AI
245

cold-email-sequence-generator

Generate personalized cold email sequences with A/B subject lines and follow-up timing.

Official
Basic
1479089714790897
7

kwp-design-research-synthesis

Synthesize qualitative research data into themes, user segments, and prioritized recommendations.

Community
Intermediate
nicepkgnicepkg
276

discovery-interviews-surveys

Facilitate user research through structured interviews and surveys.

Official
Advanced
enigmaicon-engenigmaicon-eng
1

user-research-techniques

Guide user research studies using qualitative and quantitative methods.

Community
Intermediate