Product Management
Learn from your mistakes.
Adapt quickly.
Champion your team’s creativity.
Innovation thrives on resilience.
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Addressing hard problems is like building a puzzle.
Each piece represents a new insight, a new step towards a possible solution.
Embrace the puzzle. The picture will become clearer.
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Hard conversations with customers foster a culture of continuous improvement within your team.
They challenge assumptions and force #ProductManagement to confront the limitations of their thinking and their solutions.
This often leads to creative problem-solving and innovative product enhancements.
Hard conversations are also essential for uncovering pain points that might not be evident through other feedback channels.
Customers may be experiencing issues or frustrations that they haven’t been able to convey clearly.
Candid discussions reveal these hidden challenges.
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Engaging in hard conversations with customers is a crucial aspect of product management.
These conversations, although uncomfortable, are often necessary to demonstrate commitment and build trust.
Customers appreciate when you listen and act on their feedback, even when it involves difficult topics.
”I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be.” -Douglas Adams, The Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul
A successful product manager is a master of adaptability and a champion of flexibility.
Keep your eyes on the product goal and adjust the course as needed.
Pivot. Pivot. Pivot.
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As a product manager, my mantra is simple:
Hard problems are the heart of progress.
They push us to think differently and collaborate deeply.
As Marcus Aurelius said best, the obstacle becomes the way.
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Time evaporates when you’re managing products.
What’s one critical time management tool?
A well-structured calendar.
Remember to block time for focused work and creative brainstorming along with the crush of other meetings during your week.
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Building for yourself just won’t cut it.
Conduct interviews, surveys, and usability tests regularly.
Understand your users’ pain points and desires. What do they crave? What do they fear? Why?
Remember: empathy is the key.
Challenges are your constant companions in product management.
Don’t try to avoid them. Face them head-on - with the right mix of data-driven strategies and courage.
Your goal is to keep learning, adapting, and leading your product towards success.
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It’s easy to get lost in a sea of competing ideas.
Prioritize ruthlessly based upon impact, feasibility, and alignment with your product vision.
Simple models like the Weighted Shortest Job First (WSJF) or Cost of Delay can make all the difference.
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“Why” is just as important as “What.”
Dig deep into the root causes of emergent issues.
Understanding the why can lead to breakthrough solutions. It can also prevent falling down into the same deep dark holes.
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Remember that your work isn’t just a means to an end.
It’s an opportunity for growth, learning, and making a positive impact.
Embrace every challenge as a chance to shine.
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Customer feedback is precious and you’re lucky to receive it.
Embrace it, listen to it, and use it to iterate and improve your product.
The worst case scenario is being ignored.
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A useful daily affirmation for Product Managers:
“I will communicate transparently, foster collaboration, and always strive for excellence in every aspect of our product’s journey.”
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Chaos happens.
Setbacks abound.
Find serenity in process.
Your well-defined product cadences and ceremonies are like a North Star, guiding you back on course whenever you’re forced to stray.
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“Think of many things. Do one.” -Cassell’s Book Of Quotations, Proverbs And Household Words
It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of new features.
Remember: Every “yes” is a “no” to something else.
Hyper-focus on your objectives to avoid doing the wrong stuff.
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”Success is never final; failure is never fatal. It’s courage that counts." -John Wooden
Mistakes are stepping stones to success.
Analyze what went awry and use that insight to make informed decisions moving forward.
Failure is not the end. It’s a pivot point.
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“Rowing harder doesn’t help if the boat is headed in the wrong direction.” -Kerichi Ohmae
In turbulent times, don’t panic or blame.
Lead with resilience.
Rally your team around a clear vision and communicate openly and honestly. A united team can weather any storm.
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Celebrate wins, both big and small.
Acknowledge the hard work of your team and the milestones achieved along the way.
Remember: sometimes just not doing the wrong thing at the right time is a win.
Celebrate together and use these moments as fuel for future success.
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