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"We decided to pivot"

What they really mean

Indicates a strategic shift in product, market, or business model direction. Common in startup culture where iteration based on feedback is expected.

Example Usage

"After listening to our customers, we decided to pivot our product strategy to better serve the market."

Writing Tip

Explain what signal prompted the pivot and what the new direction is. The most compelling pivot stories include the data or customer insight that drove the change.

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