Finding Your Niche – Understanding Market Segmentation
Gaurav Kumar
Agile Project Manager | Disciplined Agile? Scrum Master | Key Skills: Problem-Solving, Digital Transformation, AI Integration | Experienced with Uber & DFS Projects | Passionate about Strategic Team Leadership
Market segmentation is the process of dividing a broad consumer or business market into sub-groups of consumers based on shared characteristics. By narrowing your focus to a specific segment, you can create more personalized and effective products. In this article, we explore the steps to finding and serving your niche.
1. Understand Your Market
Market research is essential for identifying gaps where your product can thrive. Focus on sub-segments that are underserved.
For more tips, check out this video on How to Conduct Market Segmentation.
2. Focus on Specific Needs
Products that solve niche problems often have higher customer loyalty and engagement. Be sure to focus on the unique needs of your niche.
3. Differentiate Your Product
Once you’ve found your niche, make sure your product is uniquely positioned to serve that audience.
Read more about Market Segmentation Strategies to further refine your product approach.
4. Test and Iterate
Use feedback loops to continually improve and adapt your product to better meet the needs of your niche audience.
For further reading, see How to Thrive in a Market Niche.