The Software Product Management Blog
Grab a front-row seat to the world of software product management, where I share everything from industry insights to personal anecdotes, aiming to enlighten, educate, and empower those passionate about crafting cutting-edge software products.
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Stop doing, start delegating
Reflect on the value of trusting experts with a personal story of learning to let go and empower professionals in their field of expertise.
Read MoreNavigating the Challenges of Cross-Functional Team Dynamics
Leading a cross-functional product team with an uncooperative team is tricky. Discover strategies to manage these challenges effectively.
Read MoreNavigating the Jungle: Protect Your Product Strategy from HiPPOs
Learn effective strategies to safeguard your product roadmap against high-level, often subjective input from HiPPOs (Highest Paid Person's Opinion).
Read MoreSix Essential Strategies for Smooth Sailing in the New Year
Discover six key strategies necessary for product managers aiming to chart a successful course in their career and product.
Read MoreStay on task with macOS Shortcuts
macOS Shortcuts with Fantastical and HeyFocus keeps me on task.
Read MoreOptimizing for Mediocrity
When you lose your best team members because of poor management you’re optimizing for mediocrity. Want to optimize for high performance?
Read MoreNew Stanford Marshmallow Test
Good scientists (and product managers) constantly test assumptions and change their minds based on new data.
I read a lot about Behavioral Psychology / Economics which is a fascinating subject area if you are a product manager.
One of the studies I will often find in books is the Marshmallow Test. If you’ve never heard of it the concept is easy to summarize.
Read MoreWhen product veterans make rookie mistakes
Sometimes “veterans” make rookie mistakes.
This week was my turn, if you’re in #productmanagement come along and learn from my mistake.
When I coach product teams and they ask me to review their user stories or roadmap, I’ll always ask them “How will you know if you’re successful?” Often times teams will scratch their heads and say something vague like “they’ll use it.”
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