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Uncensored advice about product development and building a high-growth software company from Brian de Haaff, co-founder and CEO at Aha!

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Beyond the "Product Mindset"
March 9, 2021

Beyond the "Product Mindset"

What do you need to solve tough problems? Courage and boldness are a good start. You need to clearly articulate the value you are going to deliver. This approach…

Do You Trust Your Company in These 19 Ways?
March 1, 2021

Do You Trust Your Company in These 19 Ways?

A high-trust company culture is a must for any team to thrive. Learn more about how to improve feelings of trust at your company.

Wanted: Product Manager With Superb Listening Skills
February 23, 2021

Wanted: Product Manager With Superb Listening Skills

Product managers can learn a lot from rats. Let me explain. In a recent study, researchers delivered a mild shock to rats while another group of rodents watched.…

The 'Full-Stack' Product Manager
February 22, 2021

The 'Full-Stack' Product Manager

What is a full-stack product manager? Although the term is not new, I have seen it in a few LinkedIn profiles recently. And it made me wonder how people are actually…

The Founder's Paradox: How to Thrill People Without Setting Their Expectations
February 18, 2021

The Founder's Paradox: How to Thrill People Without Setting Their Expectations

Our minds are powerful and expectations can move us. Our anticipation of what is to come can be a true driver for action. What we believe will (or should) happen in the…

How to Survive the Worst Work Meeting of Your Life
February 11, 2021

How to Survive the Worst Work Meeting of Your Life

"Listening is where love begins." Beloved television host Fred Rogers shared this sentiment several decades ago. It is sage advice for anyone who wants to develop more…

The Aha! Fellowship: Apply Now for the Spring 2021 Program
February 8, 2021

The Aha! Fellowship: Apply Now for the Spring 2021 Program

Six months ago we announced a unique new program. We were not sure how it would go, but we knew that it had the potential to create positive change. And we knew that…

Is IT Product Management Really Product Management?
February 4, 2021

Is IT Product Management Really Product Management?

"Strange question." That is what I thought. But I tried to be more careful with what I said. Someone had asked me if I thought IT product management was really product…

8 Business Negotiation Books to Add to Your Reading List
January 28, 2021

8 Business Negotiation Books to Add to Your Reading List

When was the last time you negotiated with someone? You might think of a specific scenario — like buying a car or accepting a job offer. But I bet you had to negotiate…

What To Do In Your First 30 Days as a Product Manager
January 25, 2021

What To Do In Your First 30 Days as a Product Manager

Just starting out as a product manager? Or maybe you have moved into a new role at a new company. You are excited about the opportunity to build something that will make…

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