pivot-decision

Compare metrics and hypotheses to produce a scored pivot decision document.

5|2|Updated Mar 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tarunccet/pm-skills --skill pivot-decision
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Skill: pivot-decision
Source: https://github.com/tarunccet/pm-skills/tree/main/pm-product-strategy/skills/pivot-decision
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tarunccet/pm-skills --skill pivot-decision

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides a structured, evidence-driven process to decide whether to pivot, persevere, or stop a product or feature when intuition and opinion risk derailing the team; replaces gut calls with a reproducible comparison of original hypotheses against real outcomes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Hypotheses vs Reality: Breaks down original hypotheses, maps observed metrics and customer feedback, and marks each hypothesis as validated, invalidated, or inconclusive.
  • Pivot Options Assessment: Evaluates common Lean Startup pivot types (zoom-in/out, customer segment/need, channel, value capture, etc.) with evidence-for, evidence-against, estimated effort, and risk.
  • Decision & Next Steps: Produces a scored recommendation (persevere, pivot to X, or stop), concrete decision criteria, milestones, and immediate next actions for the team.
  • Use Case: Use when key metrics consistently miss targets, customer feedback contradicts assumptions, at planned evaluation checkpoints, or when direction debates stall progress.

Quick Start

Run the pivot-decision skill with current metrics, original hypotheses, and any customer research attached to generate a scored Pivot Decision Document and recommended next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about pivot-decision

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I decide whether to pivot, persevere, or stop a product feature?▼

To decide whether to pivot, persevere, or stop, compare your original product hypotheses against actual metrics and customer feedback to score options and generate a recommendation.

When should I use hypothesis testing to evaluate my product strategy?▼

You should use hypothesis testing for product strategy when key metrics consistently miss targets, customer feedback contradicts assumptions, or planned evaluation checkpoints are reached.

How do I assess different Lean Startup pivot options using customer research?▼

Assess Lean Startup pivot options by evaluating evidence-for, evidence-against, estimated effort, and risk for each type using your customer research and observed metrics.

What is the best way to document a pivot decision for a product team?▼

The best way to document a pivot decision is to generate a Pivot Decision Document containing the scored assessment, recommendation, decision criteria, milestones, and immediate next steps.

Can I evaluate a pivot decision without customer research data?▼

You can evaluate a pivot decision without customer research by providing current product metrics, targets, and original hypotheses, though customer research improves the assessment accuracy.