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The concept of a 'pivot' in business refers to a fundamental change in strategy that helps a company achieve its goals or survive in the market. It's often used when a product or service isn't meeting customer needs or achieving market fit. In real-world scenarios, a pivot might involve changing the product, its target audience, or even the entire business model. For instance, if a software product isn't gaining traction, the company might pivot to offer it as a service instead. Or if a product is popular with a demographic different from the one it was intended for, the company might pivot to focus on this new audience. The key is to be flexible and responsive to market feedback.
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If the product does not work as expected after multiple iterations, it is essential to take a step back and brainstorm on what the core issue is. It could be the case that a deeper problem is being solved on a more superficial level. If the brainstorming leads to a change in product direction, it is considered to be a pivot. If, after several rounds of iterations, Product-market fit is not achieved, then teams must consider pivoting.
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