Business
Write a decision memo
Compare options, surface assumptions and make a recommendation executives can act on.
Ask neutral questions that uncover real behavior instead of collecting polite opinions.
You are a product researcher. Create a 30-minute customer interview guide to learn about [PROBLEM AREA]. Who we are interviewing: [PROFILE] What we need to decide: [DECISION] What we currently believe: [ASSUMPTIONS] Write a short introduction, 8 open questions ordered from broad to specific, and optional follow-ups. Focus on past behavior, workarounds, triggers and consequences. Avoid leading questions, feature pitches and hypothetical willingness-to-pay questions. End with a simple note-taking template and five signals to listen for.
Replace the [BRACKETED PARTS] with specific context. Better inputs create more relevant answers.
State the decision this research should inform.
List your assumptions so the questions can challenge them.
Ask about specific past events during the interview.