intermediate · 90–90 min
The Lean MVP Definition Workshop
Building too much for a v1? Strip your feature list down to the absolute essentials for a successful market entry.
About this session
Product launches often stall when teams try to solve every user problem at once, leading to bloated scopes and missed deadlines. This workshop forces a rigorous audit of your feature list to identify the single path to market entry. You will walk away with a lean v1 roadmap that prioritizes immediate user feedback over unnecessary complexity.
Why it works
The process shifts the group dynamic from brainstorming possibilities to negotiating trade-offs under a fixed set of constraints. By requiring participants to rank features against survival-only criteria, it removes the emotional attachment to 'nice-to-have' ideas and builds a shared commitment to a faster, focused release.
What you’ll walk away with
- Clear actionable outcomes from a 4-step facilitated process
- Increased participant engagement and buy-in
- Documented decisions and next steps
- Improved team alignment on the topic
Who it’s for
Product Managers, Product Owners
Frequently asked questions
Who should facilitate this workshop?
This workshop works best when led by someone comfortable with facilitation. Ideal for Product Managers or external facilitators working with product management teams.
How long does this workshop take?
Plan for 60-90 minutes depending on group size. The 4 activities are designed to flow together smoothly.
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