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Hero & Guide

A framework to clarify roles in your story: The user is the Hero, and you (or your product) are the Guide.

The Roles

The Hero (The User)

They have a problem they cannot solve. They are often weak, confused, or stuck. They need help to achieve their goal.

The Guide (The Product/Designer)

You have the empathy to understand their pain and the authority (competence) to solve it. You give them a plan and call them to action.

Key Takeaway

Never position your brand or product as the hero. Heroes are self-centered. Guides are helpful. Be Yoda, not Luke Skywalker.