Awkward Silences

#2 - When Research Doesn't Go As Planned with Jaclyn Perrone

Dec 4, 2018
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ANECDOTE

Prototype Failure

  • Jaclyn Perrone recounts a user research mishap where a prototype failed during a convenience store test.
  • Lack of internet access in a foreign country prevented the tablet prototype from functioning, forcing them to use sketch files.
ADVICE

Preparedness vs. Improvisation

  • Prepare for user research by anticipating potential failures, like technical issues or participant confusion.
  • Develop improvisation skills to adapt when unexpected situations arise, keeping the focus on the participant.
ADVICE

Focus on the User

  • Focus on the interviewee and be receptive to their feedback, especially when encountering unexpected issues.
  • Adaptability is key in user research, as participant reactions can reveal unforeseen problems with the prototype.
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