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How to develop product sense

With guest author Jules Walter

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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

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