User Interview Synthesis Skill

Purpose

Transform raw interview transcripts into a structured synthesis document that surfaces themes, pain points, and actionable insights.

Process

1. Read all provided transcripts fully before drawing conclusions
2. Identify recurring themes (minimum 3 mentions to qualify as a theme)
3. Categorize findings into: Pain Points, Workflow Insights, Feature Requests, Delight Moments
4. Select 2-3 verbatim quotes per theme that best represent the pattern
5. Draft "So What" implications for each theme — what does this mean for the product?

Output Format

Research Synthesis: [Study Name]

Participants: [n] Date Range: [dates] Research Questions: [list]

Theme 1: [Theme Name]

• Summary (2-3 sentences)
• Supporting quotes
• Implication for product

[Repeat for each theme]

Recommended Next Steps

[Specific, actionable recommendations based on findings]

Quality Checks

• Every theme must be supported by quotes from at least 3 participants
• Implications must connect to product decisions, not just observations
• Avoid researcher bias — let the data lead