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 […]
Putting Yourself in their Shoes: The Role of Empathy in Effective Product Management
Looking to bring your product management skills to the next level? Well, buckle up buttercup, because we’re about to take a wild ride through the wacky world of empathy! That’s right, folks, empathy is the superpower that can take your product management game from bland to BOLD. It’s the magic ingredient that will help you […]
The Importance of User Feedback in Product Management
Product management is all about making sure your product is a hit with users. And the secret to making that happen? User feedback! That’s right folks, user feedback is the magic ingredient that can take your product from meh to amazing. Think about it: your users are the ones who are going to be using […]
Paid Subscriptions on Social Media: The Beginning of the End or the Future of Connectivity?
Social media has become a ubiquitous part of our lives, with billions of people – approx. 4.6B actually, which is roughly 58% of the total world estimated population – around the world using platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to connect with friends, family, and strangers alike. But as these platforms have grown, so too […]
Book Review: Escaping the Build Trap
As a seasoned Product Manager, I’ve spent years navigating the complex landscape of product development in multiple organizations across several industries. In that time, I’ve read my fair share of books on the subject, but few have left as profound an impact as “Escaping the Build Trap” by Melissa Perri. For all my fellow product […]
The Real World of Product Management: Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice
Product management is a strategic role, that is instrumental in building successful products, but it appears deceptively straightforward in theory. Many aspiring product managers embark on their journeys armed with a plethora of theories and frameworks, only to be stunned by the sheer complexity and unpredictability of the real-world product management landscape. In this article, […]
Understanding the Role of a Technical Product Manager
In the ever-evolving landscape of the tech industry, the roles and responsibilities associated with product management have been diversified to cater to the specific needs of organizations. One such prominent role that has gained prominence in recent years is that of a “Technical Product Manager” (TPM). But what does a TPM do, and how is […]
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 […]
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 […]
Developing a Product Strategy That Ignites Business Results
Who Needs A Product Strategy & Why? A product strategy is an important step in the process of developing valuable products. It helps you to get rid of the guesswork and move forward with a clear vision. A product strategy helps answer questions such as: What is our product? Who are our customers? What are […]
