pivot-decision

Compare metrics and hypotheses to produce a scored pivot decision document.

5|2|Updated Mar 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tarunccet/pm-skills --skill pivot-decision
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Skill: pivot-decision
Source: https://github.com/tarunccet/pm-skills/tree/main/pm-product-strategy/skills/pivot-decision
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tarunccet/pm-skills --skill pivot-decision

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides a structured, evidence-driven process to decide whether to pivot, persevere, or stop a product or feature when intuition and opinion risk derailing the team; replaces gut calls with a reproducible comparison of original hypotheses against real outcomes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Hypotheses vs Reality: Breaks down original hypotheses, maps observed metrics and customer feedback, and marks each hypothesis as validated, invalidated, or inconclusive.
  • Pivot Options Assessment: Evaluates common Lean Startup pivot types (zoom-in/out, customer segment/need, channel, value capture, etc.) with evidence-for, evidence-against, estimated effort, and risk.
  • Decision & Next Steps: Produces a scored recommendation (persevere, pivot to X, or stop), concrete decision criteria, milestones, and immediate next actions for the team.
  • Use Case: Use when key metrics consistently miss targets, customer feedback contradicts assumptions, at planned evaluation checkpoints, or when direction debates stall progress.

Quick Start

Run the pivot-decision skill with current metrics, original hypotheses, and any customer research attached to generate a scored Pivot Decision Document and recommended next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about pivot-decision

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

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How do I decide whether to pivot, persevere, or stop a product feature?

To decide whether to pivot, persevere, or stop, compare your original product hypotheses against actual metrics and customer feedback to score options and generate a recommendation.

When should I use hypothesis testing to evaluate my product strategy?

You should use hypothesis testing for product strategy when key metrics consistently miss targets, customer feedback contradicts assumptions, or planned evaluation checkpoints are reached.

How do I assess different Lean Startup pivot options using customer research?

Assess Lean Startup pivot options by evaluating evidence-for, evidence-against, estimated effort, and risk for each type using your customer research and observed metrics.

What is the best way to document a pivot decision for a product team?

The best way to document a pivot decision is to generate a Pivot Decision Document containing the scored assessment, recommendation, decision criteria, milestones, and immediate next steps.

Can I evaluate a pivot decision without customer research data?

You can evaluate a pivot decision without customer research by providing current product metrics, targets, and original hypotheses, though customer research improves the assessment accuracy.