Mid-market companies are the backbone of the economy, but they often face unique challenges. They’re too big to be startups, but too small to be enterprise companies. This can make it difficult to compete in a rapidly changing market. One way that mid-market companies can stay ahead of the curve is by investing in fractional product leadership. Fractional product leadership […]
This, the seventh and final truth of great product management, isn’t about features or roadmaps, but about the very foundation of success: building strong, lasting connections with people. Here’s why it matters: 🔸 Silos are the enemy of progress. Product managers often find themselves navigating departmental divides. We break down these silos, acting as catalysts for collaboration. 🔸 Great products require […]
Being a product manager means wearing multiple hats 🎩 and navigating a dynamic landscape. Inevitably, PMs will encounter situations that test them. This is where owning a product set comes into play and when things get bumpy. ➡ They need to absorb criticism constructively, manage pressure effectively, and leverage the empathy, experience, curiosity, knowledge, and flexibility they’ve honed throughout their […]
This week’s “7 Truths of Product Management” focuses on ➡ flexibility ⬅ , but not the physical kind. While staying healthy is great, being a great product manager goes way beyond physical flexibility. We’ve discussed being a jack-of-all-trades, empathetic, curious,and experienced. After careful research and experience, we often develop strong opinions and want to stick to them. We’ve listened, applied […]
So far in the “7 Truths of Product Management,” we have explored the importance of being a jack of all trades, having empathy, and having a deep curiosity. Today, we’re diving into Truth #4: Experience Matters. While experience looks good on a resume, the type and level of experience needed in product management depends heavily on specific business needs. It’s […]
➡ Cyber Resiliency is not just backups and DR! ⬅ Many Cloud and Managed Service providers believe that satisfying customer cyber resiliency needs only involves providing essential elements like robust backup, disaster recovery, and a few security products such as MDM or SoC services. While these technologies are foundational for a cyber resilience program, true cyber resiliency extends far beyond […]
As we continue the series on the “7 Truths of Product Management,” the next truth I wanted to dig into is that a great PM needs a DEEP SENSE OF CURIOSITY Whether you’re talking to a customer and trying to understand their needs, or working with engineers to understand technical hurdles, a deep curiosity and genuine interest are crucial. Great […]
I am continuing my series on the “7 Truths of Product Management”. Last week, I discussed the importance of being a jack of all trades. This week, I want to delve into the significance of empathy. I firmly believe that empathy is a core tenet of what a product manager does. Without the ability to put oneself in the shoes […]
I have been thinking a lot about my experiences in product management, from lessons learned the hard way to observing other product managers. I have decided to start a series on the 7 truths of product management. I will tackle each of these as separate posts, but let’s start with the first truth: Product Managers must be a Jack of […]
One of the hardest learned things when I was coming up as a product manager was that I, as an individual, could/should not try and bring a product or enhancement to market all on my own. In the dynamic world of product development, the lone wolf 🐺 mentality just doesn’t cut it. After many years as a seasoned product veteran […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, a pivotal question demands our collective attention: Are the data protection and security solutions you offer genuinely safeguarding your clients from the ever-growing Ransomware threat? 💻🔒 🤔 Evaluating Effectiveness: Is Your Offering Keeping Pace?Ransomware tactics are advancing rapidly. Are the cybersecurity solutions you provide evolving at the same speed to ensure comprehensive protection for […]