Tue.Apr 28, 2015

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Product Managers: Let’s Keep our Role in Perspective

Folding Burritos

Here’s a pun on Martin Eriksson ‘s now classic diagram. As Product Managers we must always remember that our role is to look outwards at least as much as we look inwards. Although the product delivery process is noisier and demands a lot of attention, let’s keep in mind that our job is to create value for our customers and consequently, for the business.

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Game Over! 5 Gamification Pitfalls to Avoid

TSIA

We’re big fans of gamification, that is to say, the use of game design techniques in non-game situations. Gamification gives team members timely feedback, reinforces good behaviors, and can kindle healthy competition. But, as with any reward and recognition program, gamification done wrong can cause big problems. Based on industry experience, especially with knowledge workers in technology services, here are the top five gamification gaffes to avoid.

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One Rubric Changed Box's Engineering Performance — Here's How

First Round Review

Box's SVP Engineering Sam Schillace on the rubric that has helped the company build and maintain a culture of high performance.