Do’s and Don’ts in Product Team Topology

Finding the right team structure is never easy, and there is no objectively right answer. There’s only what’s right for you, your team, and your company at a given time. However, there are certain guidelines to follow and pitfalls to avoid when choosing the best topology.

Onboard Yourself Whenever You Can

Stepping into a new role—or refreshing your perspective in an existing one—requires more than just doing the job. It’s about identifying compromises, fixing root causes, and delivering undeniable value. Here’s how to re-onboard yourself and remind your team why they can’t do without you.

How to Help Your Company “Speak” Strategy

Many product leaders complain that the company doesn’t have a strategy. But strategy is a mindset, and if you want to help your company get there, it starts with everyday discussions. Here’s how to make strategy a core part of the company culture.

Ownership Must Be Seen to Be Done

Ownership isn’t just about doing the work—it’s about taking the mental load off your manager while stepping into full leadership. And it requires ongoing communication. Here’s how to make your ownership visible and impactful.

How to Make Hard Decisions

Making tough decisions is messy—no perfect answers, just trade-offs and courage. Here’s how to keep moving forward without letting complexity hold you back.

Turning Home Assignments From a Necessary Evil into an Opportunity

Most candidates hate home assignments. They view them as a chore, an unfair or unnecessary request from the potential employer. But it doesn’t have to be this way. While home assignments are a lot to take in, they can also give you an opportunity to shine and make sure the job is right for you. Here’s how.

How Watching HBO’s Chernobyl Can Help You Become a Better Product Leader

Product people at all levels need to be great storytellers. Since communication is our primary tool, we need to use it smartly to achieve the desired results and impact. However, our world is typically not so easy to explain, so great storytelling starts with knowing what you want to say. Here is a method that will help you get there.

Creativity Hacks for the Uncreative Product Manager

Despite what many product managers think, creativity is not only for the gifted. Logical thinking plays a critical role in your ability to innovate. Here’s how.