Empowering Product Management with Data Analytics: A Case Study
In the digital era, data is ubiquitous, and as Product Managers, our role requires a solid grasp of data analytics. The project I undertook was not just about enhancing user engagement; it was about understanding it through the lens of data, every step of the journey providing valuable insights that could shape our product strategy. […]
Agile Recommended Reading
In the realm of Agile, continuous learning is as much a cornerstone as the iterative cycles we champion in our projects. Whether you’re a Scrum Master, Product Owner, Agile Coach, or any team member working within an Agile framework, expanding your knowledge base and skills is crucial. As language and communication are foundational to Agile […]
Unveiling the Keyword Oracle
Imagine stepping into a world where every keystroke holds the potential to unlock a treasure trove of digital traffic. That’s the realm of online advertising, a realm I had never been in before, but one that I got the opportunity to join and learn from for a brief period as a Product Management consultant. The […]
Supercharge your Products by including UX from the Start
What are UX Designers? User experience, also known as UX, is the process of designing products that are easy to use and satisfying to the user. The primary role of a user experience designer is to focus on how users interact with a product. The design should be based on what the users need from […]
Revolutionizing Data Integration: The ADP API Project
Recognizing the Challenge The Bottleneck: Our company’s service portfolio, specifically in payroll and employment verifications, faced a major bottleneck due to limited access to crucial data. This not only curtailed our service accuracy but also our competitive edge in the market. Ideation and Strategic Partnership The Exploration: We embarked on an exploratory mission to seek […]
Why Tracking Hours Is Counterproductive in Agile: A Deep Dive into Story Points and Scrum Team Maturity
In the dynamic world of Agile, the methods we use to track and estimate work are crucial to a team’s success. While tracking hours might seem like a straightforward way to monitor progress, it often proves counterproductive, particularly for mature Scrum teams. In this blog post, we’ll explore why using hours to track tasks is […]
Is that your most competitive rate?
Frequent comments on how much I ask for in a contract. Basic answer: “I’m worth it.” KNOW YOUR WORTH Why am I worth it? Because past experiences have shown Clients/Stakeholders appreciate my open/honest/transparent communication Stakeholders love the fact that I take the time to explain things to them, and I’m not condescending about it Teams […]
The Importance of User Stories
Why do we need User Stories? Studies show a higher engagement level of our brain when we hear or read a story. Simply said, stories stick. A User Story is an opportunity for us to present a problem that we are trying to solve. Engaging with a story like this encourages a better understanding of […]
Removing Windows Welcome Experience
Well, this is a fun little tidbit that I just came across this morning. I find it very annoying when seemingly once a week, when I boot up my computer, I get the same “Finish Setting up Windows” screen. This is just annoying to me. I don’t need to finish setting Windows up, I’ve already […]
Scrum vs Kanban – Which One’s for Me?
In the Agile battle of Scrum vs. Kanban, which one wins? Both support the overall goal of Agile, but how do you know which one you should use for your team? In this article, we’ll attempt to provide some insight to help you make a more informed decision. Scrum vs. Kanban Lets look at […]
