pmdudeDevelopers often don't experience what the User see. They don't need to be on lousy hardware, but you should ensure that testing happens on systems closely resembling what ships.
Product Obsolescence: The challenges and resistance faced when trying to let go of outdated products, including executive friction, sales pushback, and production hesitation.
Dude's truths for product management: hardware projects are software projects, trade-offs between speed, cost, and quality, launch dates will be dictated, engineering overcommits early.
Exiting your job? Here's why you should be careful and positive during your exit interview.
Working harder at a large corporation may not lead to more success due to lack of incentives and limited salary increases.
Accelerating progress by throwing more resources at a project doesn't work, optimal team size is key.
Tips for successfully navigating a dinner with your boss: don't drink too much, don't hog the conversation, don't order the most expensive thing, and recommend good restaurants.
Managing a less exciting product can still lead to success and make a difference in the market.
Product managers handle day-to-day firefighting and task switching, while juggling a backlog and limited resources.
The role of a Product Manager demands strong communication skills, technical expertise, and adaptability. While a background in sales or customer support is beneficial, formal education in technical fields trumps business degrees. Product Managers...