Some great tips for how to conduct customer development interviews, by the localmind folks:
- Be prepared for people being early
- Confirm the day before
- Limit interview to about 30 minutes, but leave room for another 30
- The interview is also a sales opportunity
- You'll need stamina - don't let yourself appear tired at the end of the day
- Write conclusions immediately after each interview
- You might meet some great people in the process
And the most important, the bonus tip:
- Have donuts