User Interview Guide

Purpose

Guide consistent, unbiased user interviews focused on learning.


Interview Objective

What do we want to learn?


Participant Profile

  • Role / Segment
  • Experience level
  • Relevant context

Warm-Up Questions

  • Tell me about yourself
  • Walk me through your typical day

Core Questions

  • Tell me about the last time you [did X]
  • What was difficult or frustrating?
  • How did you solve it?
  • What happens if you don’t solve it?

Follow-Ups

  • Why was that important?
  • Can you give an example?
  • What did you expect to happen?

Wrap-Up

  • Is there anything else we should have asked?
  • Can we contact you again?

Notes

  • Avoid leading questions
  • Focus on past behavior, not opinions