User research in the real messy world

Rigorous user research isn’t always possible. This talk for Smashing Meets explains how we adapted the theory to make it work in our particular world.
<1 min. read
Summarize this content with AI

Rigorous user research isn’t always possible. This talk for Smashing Meets explains how we adapted the theory to make it work in our particular world.

We also participated in a panel discussion:

Author

Peldi Guilizzoni
Peldi Guilizzoni

Founder and Product Designer @ Balsamiq

Questions or feedback? Email peldi@balsamiq.com.

Related blog posts


What 7 PMs wish everyone knew about product thinking

Shipping fast isn't always shipping smart. Discover 7 hard-won lessons on product thinking, prioritization, and vision from PMs with 30+ years of experience.

Arielle Johncox
By Arielle Johncox

How product managers use clarity to move faster

Experienced PMs share how they balance speed with clarity by using judgment, low-fidelity wireframes, and well-timed pauses to avoid rework.

Arielle Johncox
By Arielle Johncox

How to translate noisy market signals into product decisions PMs can use

Learn to separate signal from noise: a practical guide for PMs to turn user, competitor, and trend data into prioritized product decisions.

Arielle Johncox
By Arielle Johncox

Our monthly emails will make you better at your job

Get our inside stories on product design, making things people love, and running a business built to last. Delivered once a month to your inbox.