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In this episode, we unpack the elusive skill of product sense: what it really means, why it matters, and exactly how to build it. With hard-earned wisdom from Jules Walter (Slack, YouTube), we go beyond vague instincts and into concrete habits that sharpen your intuition and creativity as a product builder.
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In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why product sense isn’t magic: it’s a muscle you can train
How to build product sense by developing deeper user empathy
Why watching real users interact with products sharpens your intuition
How to reverse-engineer everyday products to uncover what makes them work
How creativity plays a key role in building great products
What you can learn by studying how top product thinkers make decisions
Why staying curious about new technology trends fuels innovation
How to tell if your product sense is actually improving over time
References:
A comprehensive survey of Product Management
Are You Solving the Right Problems?
Intro to the Design of Everyday Things
The First Secret of Great Design
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