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TASK · beginner · 2-3 hours
Build your first research plan
Create a simple research plan for a small product or feature
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Why it matters
Research planning underpins all user research and is required in almost every researcher role.
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Steps
- Pick one product or feature you use regularly
- Define 3-5 research questions to answer
- Choose an interview approach (unstructured, semi-structured, or structured)
- Identify 5-10 potential participants
- Create a simple interview guide with 8-10 questions
- Plan a timeline (duration, sessions, deadlines)
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Expected output
Document with research objectives, questions, participant criteria, and timeline
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Checklist
- Research questions clearly stated
- Guide mixes open and closed questions
- Participant profile defined
- Timeline set
- Success metrics defined
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Evidence
Research plan document (PDF or Notion link)
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Self review
Will your questions reveal user insight? Is the timeline realistic?
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