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Pivot
Definition
A meaningful change in strategy based on evidence that the current approach is not working well enough.
In Plain English
A pivot is like changing direction while keeping what you learned from the route so far.
Real-World Example
A team may pivot from selling to consumers to selling to businesses.
Why It Matters for Your Work
Pivots can save companies from wasting time on weak assumptions.
Common Mistake
Calling every minor feature change a pivot.