Product managers should never write detailed specs by themselves.
Engineering, design, and other disciplines need to be active participants.
Otherwise you risk creating a sub-par product.
Source: Bitter experience.
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API devs:
Who provides the best developer experience?
What's so good about it?
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Product managers new to API product management often ask me how they can get started with APIs. In this thread, I鈥檓 going to start posting resources you can use as beginners to get started with APIs.
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Product management sucks.
Many PMs comment that their company is doing it all wrong.
Why is it common to do it badly?
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What resources can you recommend for product managers who want to know more about UX/UI?
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Would you introduce fake features in a product to test user engagement?
Should you?
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I used to be a business analyst.
Now no one seems to be one.
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Do you own your product?
Many companies have layers that create inefficiencies.
Hippo->Stakeholder<->PM<->PO<->Devs
I'd bet on a company trusting the PM<->Dev any day of the week.
You?
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What problem does your product solve?
Who has that problem?
How do they solve the problem right now?
How is your product better?
If you don't have answers to those questions, you don't really have a product.
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Product Managers lead without authority.
Three things will make this easier:
1. Make sure your team knows the intended outcome
2. Involve the team in the discovery process
3. Know when to listen to the team pushing back
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Bonus points if the two align.
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Frameworks are nice.
Getting shit done is better.
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Before launching a new product or big upgrade, have you assessed the risks?
1. Will anyone buy it
2. Can you build it
3. Is it easy enough for users to figure out
4. Does it make sense for your business
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What's the best tool for DIY data analytics?
I'm using Excel/PowerPivot for a few tables from different sources and it's mind-numbingly slow.
Don't remember it being this bad back in the day.
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What's your ARR for 2022 looking like?
Hope it's looking Arr...right matey!
Here's to all the Hippos!
You might not like their ideas.
But if they care enough about your product to be involved, at least you manage something worthwhile.
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What's the best resource online for those learning product management?
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Product Management is all about politics.
Whether you win or lose will come down to how well you play the game.
It's a shit show and you're being paid to keep the boat from sinking.
Off my rocker or uncomfortable truth?
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As a product manager, what's the most impactful thing you do that you didn't know about before?
For me, it's responding directly to customers when they have problems. The impact of new features is more of a known quantity, but service really is king.
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What everyone thinks right now
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I like these calm moments before the storm.
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AI avatars are just too much fun.
makes it easy to look good without getting out of your chair.
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7. Communicate with your manager: Let your manager know if you're having difficulty managing your workload or maintaining focus.
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5. Prioritize self-care: Make sure to get enough sleep, exercise, and eat well to support your physical and mental health.
6. Practice mindfulness: Mindfulness techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, can help you stay focused and calm.
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3. Take regular breaks: Taking breaks can help you avoid burnout and maintain your focus.
4. Set specific goals: Having clear goals can help you stay focused and motivated.
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1. Make a to-do list: Writing down your tasks can help you prioritize and stay organized.
2. Break down tasks into smaller steps: This can make them feel more manageable and help you make progress.
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The holidays can be stressful. Don't let bad habits at work keep you down.
Sometimes I need to get back to the basics to make everything work.
Here are a few things I jotted down for myself to keep on top of things.
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I think TechCrunch are saying product management still matters.
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Both roles are essential for the success of a product, and they often work closely together to ensure its success.
So, whether you're in product marketing or product management, you're helping to create products that customers love
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Product marketing is all about understanding the market and customer needs, and promoting the product to potential customers.
Product management focuses on defining and developing the product to meet those needs.
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Product marketing and product management are two sides of the same coin! While they have different focuses, they both play a crucial role in bringing a great product to market.
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Remember, impostor syndrome is natural but it doesn't define your worth or ability as a product manager. By taking steps to address and overcome it, you can build your confidence and continue to grow and succeed in your career.
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Practice self-care and prioritize your physical and mental health. Taking care of yourself will make you feel more confident and better equipped to handle the challenges of your job.
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Set realistic goals for yourself and celebrate your successes. This will keep you motivated and give you a sense of achievement.
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Get support and feedback from mentors, colleagues, and other product managers. Hearing positive affirmations and constructive feedback can help counter negative thoughts and boost your confidence.
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Next, educate yourself on what it takes to be a great product manager. This will help you understand your own strengths and weaknesses, and give you a solid foundation to build on.
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First, recognize that impostor syndrome is common and affects people of all skill levels. Knowing that you're not alone can help boost your confidence.
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Feeling like a fraud? You're not alone! Many product managers experience impostor syndrome, but there are steps you can take to overcome it.
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