Being customer-obsessed is an indispensable trait for a product manager, ensuring they prioritize delivering value to the user. They seek to understand customer pain points and behavior through user research, customer feedback, and user analytics, uncovering opportunities that can drive significant user...
As a developer, I hated meetings. “I just want to code” is the motto of 87% of developers (made up statistic). Product managers don’t have the same luxury. Well, I suppose it’s less about *meetings* and more about *communication*. I quickly realized if anyone – or any departme...
Some FAQs about how to prioritize projects What criteria should I consider when prioritizing projects? Criteria for prioritizing projects may include factors such as strategic alignment with organizational goals,potential return on investment (ROI), urgency, complexity, available resources, risk level, sta...
1. Prioritize As we mentioned earlier, this involves identifying the most important and urgent tasks that need immediate attention. Effective prioritization allows individuals to focus on what truly matters, ensuring that critical tasks are completed first. 2. Plan Planning involves organizing tasks an...
It’s a powerful tool that helps you prioritize product features by analyzing how they impact customer satisfaction. Instead of throwing everything at the wall to see what sticks, the Kano Model provides a structured way to focus on what really matters....
The PPM also needs to stay aware of product opportunities that could lead to increased revenue. Or it may be necessary to prioritize or abandon product features based on their potential ROI. The principal product manager doesn’t exist in a vacuum—nor does their product. They understand the ...
That’s where structured thinking comes to the rescue! Let’s take a look at some best practices to ensure structural thinking as a PM: 1. Prioritize time better According to Jasper Curry, Product Managers often suffer from decision fatigue. Why? Simply because 90% of our work is about mak...
Although experience generally matters more than education in product management, you will need to master the foundations before landing a role. This can include how to conduct effective customer research or how to prioritize different product features. ...
Why you need to prioritize your product roadmap Shipping new features, and getting them in the hands of new and existing customers, is a key role forproduct managers. But doing so without a thoughtful overarching product strategy can mean that your product falls flat. A 20-page Google Doc ...
Before becoming product professionals, everyone thinks they know how to prioritize. If you’re an aspiring Product Manager, maybe you think you’ve got top prioritization skills. Almost all kinds of work and studies require the prioritization of tasks. ...