How Smart Employees Play Hard to Get
In every company there is always at least one of them. The one who has to be first at everything. You know who I am talking about — you might even be next to him in a…
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6 Ways Experienced Product Managers Find Harmony with Engineering
There is nothing quite like seeing a great band in concert. One person plays lead guitar while someone else adds a bass line. Another member provides the steady rhythm.…
Just Launched! — Searchable Drop-down Menus
Searchable drop-down menus make life easier. These improvements to the user experience will help you be more efficient and ultimately enjoy your work.
Don’t Outsource Your Brain to Consultants
If you have worked in a big company — you can almost smell it in the air. The big boss has some thorny problem or is afraid to actually make an important decision. And…
6 Ways Product Managers Avoid Product Disasters
Is it really that bad? “80 to 90 percent of products fail.” You might hear this statistic quoted a lot, but it is not clear exactly where it comes from and it’s likely…
How Successful Product Managers Handle Feature Requests from VCs
You just received another feature request, but this one is different. It’s a dumb idea like many of the others. But, it’s from one of your highly celebrated (and feared)…
Employees Don't Care About Your Office Perks
My friend had it made right out of college. At least she thought so at first. She had joined a global firm in a tough-to-snag sales role. The break rooms on each floor…
Just Launched! — Set Time Frames for Your Product Goals and Initiatives
Aha! is the easiest way to set and manage winning strategy. Ultimately, by clearly defining your product strategy through high level goals and initiatives, you can ensure…
Why Customer Success Means the End of Salespeople
I like to travel. The feeling of being surrounded by an unfamiliar culture and land is energizing. I am not so great at new languages, but do my best to mutter a few…
One Secret Every Great Manager Knows About You
Lately I have noticed a trend in business magazines: talking about management like it is a game, with rules and strategies for winning. Some articles offer useful advice…
