3 Ways Your Metrics Can Help You Even if You Never Use Them
Fully applying a data-driven approach to your product is hard. You need to invest a lot in building the infrastructure that will allow you to measure everything you want, see it clearly in a dashboard, and take action based on it. But metrics are a very powerful tool that you don’t want to give up on, even if you will never measure anything.
How To Be Strategic Even if You Can’t Set the Tone
When the CEO sets the strategy, what is your role as a product leader? How can you be strategic when the strategy is set by someone else? Surprisingly, there is no contradiction there, and in most cases, there is more room for you than you think. You just have to know where to look for it.
Who Owns the Technical Debt?
Technical debt is always a hot discussion topic between product managers and engineers. It is not always clear how to handle it right, and who is the decision-maker. My recommendation is that product managers own it like they own any other feature. But beware – with great power comes great responsibility. Are you ready for it?
The Major Pitfalls of Lean Startup
Lean is a great methodology, but like any other methodology, it can be abused if not deeply understood. In my work with startups I noticed two common pitfalls – opposite sides of lean taken to the extreme without staying true to its core principles. The pitfalls are listed below, as well as how to avoid them.
Becoming a Strategic Product Leader, Part 4: Focus on Impact
We are all here to make an impact. So why is it so hard for us to explain what this impact really is? A guide for keeping your external perspective intact over time.
Becoming a Strategic Product Leader, Part 3: Own the Big Picture
We live in a constant battle between tactical and strategic. Without ongoing care, the tactical will always win. Take it upon yourself to bring everyone back on the strategic track to make sure you are doing the right thing.
Why Every VP Product Needs a Mentor
Women approach me for mentoring much more frequently than men. Is it a problem or something to learn from? I believe it’s the latter, and International Women’s Day is a great opportunity to acknowledge it and explain why.
How to Write Your First Strategic Roadmap (Part 3)
The importance of a strategic roadmap goes beyond executing on it. Learn how your roadmap can serve you in various ways after it is ready.
How to Write Your First Strategic Roadmap (Part 2)
Now that you understand what a good strategic roadmap should include, here is the process that you should follow for building yours.
How to Write Your First Strategic Roadmap (Part 1)
The strategic roadmap serves as a compass to the entire company. But if you haven’t built one before, getting there could be tricky. This elaborate 3-part guide will help you avoid common mistakes and build a roadmap everyone is proud of.
CEO and Product Leader Relationship Status: It’s Complicated
The relationship between tech CEOs and their product leader is often challenging to manage but is super impactful on the company’s success. Here is what it looks like, and some advice on how to improve it for both sides.
