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Jobs to Be Done

A Roadmap for Customer-Centered Innovation

Stephen Wunker, Jessica Wattman & David Farber

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Jobs to Be Done
Core Philosophy+
Uncovering Job Drivers+
Mapping & Pain Points+
Success & Roadblocks+
Value & Pricing+
Brainstorming & Testing+

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Question 1 of 8
What is the core philosophy behind the 'Jobs to Be Done' approach?
  • A. Focusing on creating slightly improved versions of existing competitor products.
  • B. Understanding the underlying tasks and emotional needs customers are trying to fulfill.
  • C. Segmenting customers based purely on demographic data like age and income.
  • D. Lowering production costs to offer the cheapest possible solution in the market.
Question 2 of 8
According to the text, why were Beats headphones initially successful despite having inferior sound quality compared to other brands?
  • A. They were priced significantly lower than their competitors.
  • B. They were given away for free with the purchase of new smartphones.
  • C. They satisfied an emotional need by making the user look stylish and 'cool.'
  • D. They offered a revolutionary new wireless technology that others lacked.
Question 3 of 8
What are the three main 'flavors' of job drivers that influence the importance of specific jobs in a customer's life?
  • A. Income, education, and geographic location.
  • B. Price, convenience, and brand loyalty.
  • C. Attitudes, background, and circumstances.
  • D. Features, benefits, and warranties.
Question 4 of 8
What tool does the text recommend for identifying key stakeholders and pain points throughout the customer's journey?
  • A. A cost-benefit analysis.
  • B. A process map from the customer's perspective.
  • C. A competitor pricing matrix.
  • D. An employee performance review.
Question 5 of 8
When trying to resolve a customer pain point, such as extending a laptop's battery life, what challenge do companies frequently encounter?
  • A. Customers rarely care about functional improvements.
  • B. Fixing one pain point often creates a new one, requiring a trade-off.
  • C. Competitors will automatically copy the improvement within weeks.
  • D. The cost of surveys makes it impossible to validate the change.
Question 6 of 8
Which pricing strategy does the book suggest companies adopt to better reflect the unique emotional and practical benefits their products offer?
  • A. Cost-plus pricing
  • B. Penetration pricing
  • C. Value-based pricing
  • D. Freemium pricing
Question 7 of 8
Why does the text advise against 'boss-led' brainstorming sessions?
  • A. Bosses usually lack the technical expertise to evaluate ideas.
  • B. Team members may feel intimidated and only propose safe, uninspired ideas.
  • C. It takes up too much of executive management's valuable time.
  • D. Bosses tend to ignore budget constraints during ideation.
Question 8 of 8
How does establishing clear rules and boundaries upfront affect a brainstorming session?
  • A. It stifles creativity by limiting the number of ideas generated.
  • B. It encourages more effective and creative brainstorming by providing clarity.
  • C. It causes team members to focus solely on cost-cutting measures.
  • D. It prevents diverse teams from participating in the discussion.

Jobs to Be Done — Full Chapter Overview

Jobs to Be Done Summary & Overview

Jobs to Be Done (2016) offers an up-to-date look at one of the most respected strategies for creating sought-after, innovative products. This methodology is laser-focused on customer research and understanding what they need in order to get jobs done.

Who Should Listen to Jobs to Be Done?

  • CEOs looking for new ideas
  • Marketing and design fanatics
  • Research and development teams

About the Author: Stephen Wunker, Jessica Wattman & David Farber

Stephen Wunker is an accomplished author known for his expertise in customer-centered innovation and jobs-to-be-done theory. With a background in consulting and strategy, he has shared his insights through books and articles, helping businesses prioritize customer needs in their innovation processes.

Jessica Wattman has a PhD in political science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. As the director of social innovation at New Markets Advisors, she has extensive experience in researching unstable environments around the world and finding innovative solutions.

David Farber is a manager at New Markets Advisors and a specialist at using Jobs-based research in helping companies around the globe find new opportunities for growth and innovation.

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