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The myth of “good” jobs
There is a myth among the "job creators" that they can't find people to take jobs at their great wages offered. That is a cop out, and an excuse to automate or outsource.
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Need to kick off the shoes, and take a load off? The lounge is the perfect place for lighter fare, to spend some down-time. We hope you enjoy the fare!
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Great Question ...
When the Dude asks a question, don't tell him "Great question", just fucking answer it. Capisce?
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Ridiculous Claims
The Dude understands the desire to make your market look attractive. But don't over do it, it makes the Dude think you are a unserious person
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Sales Lies Part II
Sales will lie, to justify what they want, they will stretch, bend, or completely snap the truth. Product Management can give them what they ask for, but they can't alter reality
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If Architects had to work like Programmers
What if you treated an Architect like you do your Software Developers. It might look something like this...
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Zoom Bomb…
The troubles Zoom is going through is food for Product Management thought. Many lessons to learn, and it can't all be blamed on viral growth
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Locked Down mode
Life in "shelter in place" isn't great, but the Dude is handling it. Lots of conference calls, web meetings, and other disruptions are the new normal
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Bullshit Interview Questions
Interviewing product managers is difficult. Applying the bad practices of SW engineer interviews will not improve this situation. Just stahp.
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Travel Woes
Product Management means travel is needed at times. That requirement might be shrinking, but it will never be zero. Travel brings woes, and challenges.
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"Gifted" Children, and the Burden
Being flagged as "Gifted" was probably the biggest "fuck you" in my early childhood, leaving me an empty shell in my late middle age.
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High Praise
At times, the Dude struggles with his role. It is tough, demanding, and seemingly thankless. Recently he got a bit of welcome praise.
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False Hopes
If you are counting on a re-org to remove or reassign a leader who isn't cutting the mustard, you are in for a major disappointment