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problem-statement

Generate user-centered problem statements using an empathy-driven framework.

8|1|Updated Dec 28, 2025
Search Tags:#discovery#user research#stakeholder alignment#problem statement#user empathy#product framing
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/officebeats/beats-pm-kit --skill problem-statement-officebeats
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: problem-statement
Source: https://github.com/officebeats/beats-pm-kit/tree/main/.agent/skills/problem-statement
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/officebeats/beats-pm-kit --skill problem-statement-officebeats

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you articulate user problems from their perspective, ensuring solutions address genuine needs and building empathy among stakeholders.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Empathy-Driven Framework: Structures problems using "I am," "Trying to," "But," "Because," and "Which makes me feel."
  • Contextualization: Captures relevant constraints and environmental factors.
  • Concise Summary: Distills the problem into a single, actionable statement.
  • Use Case: Before starting a new feature, use this Skill to draft a problem statement that aligns your team on why the feature is needed, based on user research.

Quick Start

Use the problem-statement skill to draft a problem statement for a user who is trying to book a flight but is frustrated by confusing pricing.

Frequently Asked Questions about problem-statement

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I write a user-centered problem statement for product discovery?▼

A user-centered problem statement structures user needs using an empathy-driven framework, detailing persona, desired outcomes, barriers, root causes, and emotional impact to frame genuine product needs before solutioning.

What is the empathy-driven framework for framing user problems?▼

The empathy-driven framework structures problem statements using narrative prompts: "I am," "Trying to," "But," "Because," and "Which makes me feel," capturing persona, barriers, root causes, and emotional impact.

How do I align stakeholders on why a new feature is needed?▼

Align stakeholders by drafting a problem statement that distills user research into a single, actionable summary, ensuring the team understands the genuine user needs and constraints before starting a new feature.

When should I use a structured problem statement in product management?▼

Use a structured problem statement during product discovery to capture relevant environmental constraints, build user empathy among stakeholders, and frame user needs before jumping into solutioning.

Can I use this problem framing approach for any user research scenario?▼

Yes, this empathy-driven problem framing applies to any scenario requiring user empathy and stakeholder alignment, structuring contextual user barriers and desired outcomes into a concise, actionable statement.

What is the best way to distill user research into an actionable summary?▼

The best way to distill user research is applying an empathy-driven narrative that details the persona, desired outcomes, barriers, and root causes, contextualizing constraints into a single actionable summary statement.

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