lounge
The Future of Work
The concept of "Work" is changing, and unlike earlier disruptions, this one might stretch the social fabric to its breaking point. How we respond as a society will be key
lounge
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!
lounge
The Email Monster
Email, a curse and a blessing, remains one of the Achille's heels of Product Management. Once a quarter or so, we bite the bullet and deal with it
lounge
Feature Request: Reply All action change
The idiots have won, it is time to make reply-all difficult to use. A tongue-in-cheek feature request to reclaim the sanctity of the "Reply-All" function
Marketing
Marketing Gold
Marketing writing is an art form. There is a LOT of schlock out there, but occasionally you will find some gold. The After Eight dinner mints is GOLD.
lounge
LinkedIn rubbish
Linked In seems to be desperate in their quest for revenues. Attributes that kept it relevant are being relaxed, and spam/sales bullshit abounds. Being bought by Microsoft isn't helping either
lounge
Odd situation - the compliment
When you get down on where your career is going, sometimes you get a jolt of a bit of very positive feedback. It almost makes it worth it
Product Management
The Product Demo Goes Wrong
A classic scene from Robocop harkens back to all the worst product demos I have seen.
Essentials
Product Management Dog Whistles
Dog whistles, sub-audible cues that get the product management hackles up. When you hear these, you know that trouble is brewing
Essentials
How to handle your Exit Interview
The exit interview. Tempting as it might be to unload, it would be unwise. Some tips on a well planned departure that you would be advised to follow
lounge
What does the future hold? Post Product Management Life
Musing on a post-Product Management life. Every few years, the Dude daydreams about what's next. But what is he really qualified to do?
leadership
Barriers to Success, Why do so many Companies Erect Them?
Leadership changes bring new processes, Alas, sometimes they erect barriers that work to impair progress. Product Management must work around them.
leadership
What to do when you go to Dinner with the Boss
A dinner invitation from the boss is both an opportunity, and a hazard. How you behave, and comport yourself can greatly affect your career.