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Developer to Consultant to Product Manager If you asked me 5 years ago, I didn’t even know what Product Management was. Product Management Journey?—?Developer I received a lot of questions recently on how to transition into a Product Manager role. MORE
But making the transition from consultant engineer to a product engineer was a revelation – I realized that working as an engineer in client services and working as a product engineer are essentially two completely different jobs, bridged only by the common use of technology. By “consultant engineer”, I mean an engineer developing software for a client (which is again different from being an independent contractor). Being a Consultant Engineer. MORE
Books and consulting are all different beasts. You can create consulting services and deliver them by yourself. I’ve had to cross out and renegotiate consulting agreements where the client thought they could hire me to create a custom workshop and they would reuse it internally. As a consultant, your client does not own your IP. As I inch the consulting and writing books forward, expect to hear about these kinds of topics more often.). MORE
Through my work as a product consultant and product management instructor, I’ve discovered that there are a lot of questions about what product management is. Suzanne Abate is the co-founder of The Development Factory and online PM community, 100 Product Managers. MORE
Product Management Consulting and Advice was originally published in ProductCoalition.com on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story. Product management advice from product people worldwide. You’ll find below a list of product people, grouped geographically, who you can reach out to for advice, opinions or expertise. Simply click on a name to review their Clarity.fm MORE
Last year, I made the switch from technology consulting to product management. As a technology consultant, I would move from client to client, spending about 6 months on average with each before moving on to the next. MORE
Organizations are expanding the scope of how they approach innovation, and product and user experience consultants have emerged as a powerful force in that initiative. Alpha teamed up with Product School to host an event featuring some of the most prominent product consultants in New York. MORE
Every few months or so, we will bring you a new interview with a featured 280 Group Consultant/Trainer who discusses a number of Product Management issues. The post Featured Product Management Consultant Interview: Phil Burton appeared first on 280 Group Product Management. MORE
Photo by Cytonn Photography on Unsplash Get on the same page early in the project to avoid unnecessary conflict Before I was a grad student in OD, it hadn't occurred to me that the PM disciplines (product, project, program) are like consulting. PM is like Consulting. MORE
Working with the right UX consultant could be added to your list of healthy, relaxing habits. UX consulting can keep you, your team and your product healthy. In this post, you will find the most important traits to look for in a UX consultant. What does a UX consultant do? MORE
Through my work as a product consultant and product management instructor, I’ve discovered that there are a lot of questions about what product management is. Suzanne Abate is the co-founder of The Development Factory and online PM community, 100 Product Managers. MORE
As organizations expand the scope of how they approach innovation, product consultants and user experience consultants have emerged as powerful forces in that initiative. They shared insights for aspiring product consultants and organizations seeking outside help. MORE
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Every few months or so, we will bring you a new interview with a featured 280 Group Consultant who discusses a number of Product Management issues. The post Featured Product Management Consultant: Leslie Bixel appeared first on 280 Group Product Management. Consultant Interviews MORE
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It’s survival of the fittest for agencies and management consulting firms in 2019. Every one of the ‘Big Four’ consulting firms known for their accounting prowess are now seen as experts in digital. What Will Consulting Look Like in 2020? MORE
Therein lies the opportunity for a product management consultant. Consulting on a part-time and freelance basis may be a viable option for you, depending on where you are in your career. marketing acumen to promote the nascent consulting business. MORE
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Q | How to move from being a consulting to product business. I am interested in topics around handling general chaos in a fast paced company that is trying to move from being funded by consultancy to one funded by software license sales. How can a company move from a consulting to a product business? The short answer to the second question is you really have to commit; consulting revenue is very addictive! BoS Insights BoSFAQ Consulting product Talk Recommendation MORE
Instead, I believe in the power of deploying (product) skills in whichever domain is necessary and staying close to some core values … Continue reading "The biggest difference between product and consulting work". The post The biggest difference between product and consulting work appeared first on Tim Herbig. MORE
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website I consulting I training I toolkits I books I blog I twitter. appeared first on Actuation Consulting. Of all the documents you create while developing a new product or product extension the Market Requirements Document (MRD) is most important of all. First, the MRD defines the overall target market. It also captures the market expectations for product attributes. Meeting these expectations is critical to increasing the odds of success in the marketplace. MORE
This week on the Product Love podcast, I chatted with Rich Mironov, the CEO of Mironov Consulting, and an all-around product guru. The post Product Love Podcast: Rich Mironov, CEO of Mironov Consulting appeared first on ProductCraft by Pendo. MORE
Rich Mironov, CEO/Founder, Mironov Consulting. Rich Mironov (CEO, Mironov Consulting) – What To Do About Your Audience’s Real Roadmap Questions from Business of Software Conference. Your product roadmap is not a model, an algorithm or an artifact, it is an ongoing political process that requires careful management of the relevant stakeholders. One major challenge is that your stakeholders DO NOT WANT the same things. MORE
I run a Data Science Consulting company, and I say analytics consulting is a SCAM! link] I can say so because I have been on both sides of the table, having hired analytics consulting companies for big organizations and also providing analytics consulting services to top companies. Further, most of us have probably seen outputs of consulting projects worth $300K gather dust. Think: isn’t analytics consulting a scam then? Data Science Consulting Is A SCAM! MORE
Advancing the Profession of Product Management website I consulting I training I toolkits I books I blog I twitter. The post Developing a PRD appeared first on Actuation Consulting. Business Analysis Innovation Product Management product manager Product Marketing Product Owner product roadmap Product Teams Project Management Take Charge Product Management actuation consulting greg geracie PRD product product owner Product Requirements Document MORE
The post Melissa Perri (Produx Labs) on how to run a distributed consultancy firm appeared first on RealtimeBlog | A blog by RealtimeBoard Here at RealtimeBoard, we’re always curious about the ways leading companies from around the world approach product development and the challenges they face while organizing their work on distributed teams. MORE
I run a Data Science Consulting company, and I say analytics consulting is a SCAM! link] I can say so because I have been on both sides of the table, having hired analytics consulting companies for big organizations and also providing analytics consulting services to top companies. Further, most of us have probably seen outputs of consulting projects worth $300K gather dust. Think: isn’t analytics consulting a scam then? Data Science Consulting Is A SCAM! MORE
The post Women in Product Management: Jennifer Lyons, Product Management Consultant appeared first on 280 Group Product Management. MORE
Consultants and writers share a common problem: we are business owners. She was surprised a business consultant could have a sense of humor. The post Podcast about the Business of Writing and Consulting appeared first on Johanna Rothman, Management Consultant. MORE
Consultants who make money speak at conferences. I know I will speak, coach, consult. I'm not coaching or consulting. If you've ever seen consultants fly in, give their talk, and fly out, that's the reason. consulting MPD cost of delay speaking writing MORE
Reading time — 9 minRichard Jhang on running a consulting business with remote teamsSpeeding up iterations at a remote consulting team1.Into the world of consulting2.Designing a distributed business3.Beyond tools and techniques4.Managing a distributed startupModern consulting firms face many challenges. on running a consulting business with remote teams appeared first on RealtimeBlog | A blog by RealtimeBoard MORE
Every few months or so, we will bring you a new interview with a featured 280 Group Consultant/Trainer who discusses a number of Product Management issues. The post Featured Product Management Consultant: Greg Cohen appeared first on 280 Group Product Management. MORE
badir machine-learning ai data-science consultingBADIR?—?The The Antidote to Low ROI from Data Science Projects [link] Data Science, Machine Learning, Robotics, and AI?—?these these are some of the hottest keywords in the business right now. Trillions of dollars are being invested in these fields by organizations. One would think with such large investment, these organizations must be reaping a lot of value out of data science. MORE
Our third featured interview in this series is with Ken Feehan, who talks about how he broke into Product Management, what the most rewarding part of being a consultant is and how Product Managers can be more strategic. Consultant Interviews MORE
About a year ago, I wrote “Hiring Trap: Don't Hire Anyone Older Than….” Unfortunately, ageism is still rampant. If you are a candidate over the age of 40, you have encountered ageism. If you are also unemployed while you are looking for a job, you might feel as if you are up the proverbial creek. MORE
Consulting Related Topics 280 Group
MARCH 14, 2018
Every few months or so, we will bring you a new interview with a featured 280 Group Consultant who discusses a number of Product Management issues. The post Featured Product Management Consultant: Leslie Bixel appeared first on 280 Group Product Management. Consultant Interviews
280 Group
MARCH 21, 2017
Every few months or so, we will bring you a new interview with a featured 280 Group Consultant/Trainer who discusses a number of Product Management issues. The post Featured Product Management Consultant Interview: Phil Burton appeared first on 280 Group Product Management.
280 Group
APRIL 18, 2018
Our third featured interview in this series is with Ken Feehan, who talks about how he broke into Product Management, what the most rewarding part of being a consultant is and how Product Managers can be more strategic. Consultant Interviews
Piyanka Jain
MAY 9, 2019
I run a Data Science Consulting company, and I say analytics consulting is a SCAM! link] I can say so because I have been on both sides of the table, having hired analytics consulting companies for big organizations and also providing analytics consulting services to top companies. Further, most of us have probably seen outputs of consulting projects worth $300K gather dust. Think: isn’t analytics consulting a scam then? Data Science Consulting Is A SCAM!
Speaker: Beekey Cheung, Software Consultant, Professor Beekums, LLC
Piyanka Jain
MAY 9, 2019
I run a Data Science Consulting company, and I say analytics consulting is a SCAM! link] I can say so because I have been on both sides of the table, having hired analytics consulting companies for big organizations and also providing analytics consulting services to top companies. Further, most of us have probably seen outputs of consulting projects worth $300K gather dust. Think: isn’t analytics consulting a scam then? Data Science Consulting Is A SCAM!
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280 Group
MAY 9, 2017
Every few months or so, we will bring you a new interview with a featured 280 Group Consultant/Trainer who discusses a number of Product Management issues. The post Featured Product Management Consultant: Greg Cohen appeared first on 280 Group Product Management.
UX Studio
FEBRUARY 18, 2019
Working with the right UX consultant could be added to your list of healthy, relaxing habits. UX consulting can keep you, your team and your product healthy. In this post, you will find the most important traits to look for in a UX consultant. What does a UX consultant do?
Business of Software Conference
NOVEMBER 12, 2019
Q | How to move from being a consulting to product business. I am interested in topics around handling general chaos in a fast paced company that is trying to move from being funded by consultancy to one funded by software license sales. How can a company move from a consulting to a product business? The short answer to the second question is you really have to commit; consulting revenue is very addictive! BoS Insights BoSFAQ Consulting product Talk Recommendation
Johanna Rothman
JUNE 18, 2018
Consultants and writers share a common problem: we are business owners. She was surprised a business consultant could have a sense of humor. The post Podcast about the Business of Writing and Consulting appeared first on Johanna Rothman, Management Consultant.
Speaker: Miles Robinson, Agile and Management Consultant, Motivational Speaker
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Inside Intercom
MAY 29, 2018
But making the transition from consultant engineer to a product engineer was a revelation – I realized that working as an engineer in client services and working as a product engineer are essentially two completely different jobs, bridged only by the common use of technology. By “consultant engineer”, I mean an engineer developing software for a client (which is again different from being an independent contractor). Being a Consultant Engineer.
PMLesson's Ace the PM Interview
FEBRUARY 4, 2019
Through my work as a product consultant and product management instructor, I’ve discovered that there are a lot of questions about what product management is. Suzanne Abate is the co-founder of The Development Factory and online PM community, 100 Product Managers.
The Product Coalition
SEPTEMBER 8, 2018
Product Management Consulting and Advice was originally published in ProductCoalition.com on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story. Product management advice from product people worldwide. You’ll find below a list of product people, grouped geographically, who you can reach out to for advice, opinions or expertise. Simply click on a name to review their Clarity.fm
Miro
JANUARY 29, 2019
Reading time — 9 minRichard Jhang on running a consulting business with remote teamsSpeeding up iterations at a remote consulting team1.Into the world of consulting2.Designing a distributed business3.Beyond tools and techniques4.Managing a distributed startupModern consulting firms face many challenges. on running a consulting business with remote teams appeared first on RealtimeBlog | A blog by RealtimeBoard
Speaker: Tim Herbig, Product Management Coach and Consultant
Mind the Product
JANUARY 24, 2017
Therein lies the opportunity for a product management consultant. Consulting on a part-time and freelance basis may be a viable option for you, depending on where you are in your career. marketing acumen to promote the nascent consulting business.
The Product Coalition
APRIL 1, 2019
Photo by Cytonn Photography on Unsplash Get on the same page early in the project to avoid unnecessary conflict Before I was a grad student in OD, it hadn't occurred to me that the PM disciplines (product, project, program) are like consulting. PM is like Consulting.
Product Management Today Submitted Articles
APRIL 1, 2019
About a year ago, I wrote “Hiring Trap: Don't Hire Anyone Older Than….” Unfortunately, ageism is still rampant. If you are a candidate over the age of 40, you have encountered ageism. If you are also unemployed while you are looking for a job, you might feel as if you are up the proverbial creek.
Tim Herbig
NOVEMBER 13, 2017
Instead, I believe in the power of deploying (product) skills in whichever domain is necessary and staying close to some core values … Continue reading "The biggest difference between product and consulting work". The post The biggest difference between product and consulting work appeared first on Tim Herbig.
Speaker: Sam McAfee, Product Development Consultant, Startup Patterns
ProductCraft
OCTOBER 17, 2018
This week on the Product Love podcast, I chatted with Rich Mironov, the CEO of Mironov Consulting, and an all-around product guru. The post Product Love Podcast: Rich Mironov, CEO of Mironov Consulting appeared first on ProductCraft by Pendo.
The Product Coalition
APRIL 2, 2019
Developer to Consultant to Product Manager If you asked me 5 years ago, I didn’t even know what Product Management was. Product Management Journey?—?Developer I received a lot of questions recently on how to transition into a Product Manager role.
The Product Coalition
JULY 21, 2018
Last year, I made the switch from technology consulting to product management. As a technology consultant, I would move from client to client, spending about 6 months on average with each before moving on to the next.
PMLesson's Ace the PM Interview
FEBRUARY 4, 2019
Through my work as a product consultant and product management instructor, I’ve discovered that there are a lot of questions about what product management is. Suzanne Abate is the co-founder of The Development Factory and online PM community, 100 Product Managers.
Speaker: Nir Eyal, Author of Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products
Hooked, the book, is based on Eyal’s years of research, consulting, and practical experience. Why do some products capture widespread attention while others flop? What makes us engage with certain products out of sheer habit? Is there a pattern underlying how technologies hook us?
AlphaHQ
MAY 18, 2016
As organizations expand the scope of how they approach innovation, product consultants and user experience consultants have emerged as powerful forces in that initiative. They shared insights for aspiring product consultants and organizations seeking outside help.
Miro
NOVEMBER 8, 2018
The post Melissa Perri (Produx Labs) on how to run a distributed consultancy firm appeared first on RealtimeBlog | A blog by RealtimeBoard Here at RealtimeBoard, we’re always curious about the ways leading companies from around the world approach product development and the challenges they face while organizing their work on distributed teams.
Business of Software Conference
OCTOBER 1, 2019
Rich Mironov, CEO/Founder, Mironov Consulting. Rich Mironov (CEO, Mironov Consulting) – What To Do About Your Audience’s Real Roadmap Questions from Business of Software Conference. Your product roadmap is not a model, an algorithm or an artifact, it is an ongoing political process that requires careful management of the relevant stakeholders. One major challenge is that your stakeholders DO NOT WANT the same things.
AlphaHQ
MAY 18, 2016
Organizations are expanding the scope of how they approach innovation, and product and user experience consultants have emerged as a powerful force in that initiative. Alpha teamed up with Product School to host an event featuring some of the most prominent product consultants in New York.
Piyanka Jain
AUGUST 6, 2019
badir machine-learning ai data-science consultingBADIR?—?The The Antidote to Low ROI from Data Science Projects [link] Data Science, Machine Learning, Robotics, and AI?—?these these are some of the hottest keywords in the business right now. Trillions of dollars are being invested in these fields by organizations. One would think with such large investment, these organizations must be reaping a lot of value out of data science.
AlphaHQ
OCTOBER 24, 2019
It’s survival of the fittest for agencies and management consulting firms in 2019. Every one of the ‘Big Four’ consulting firms known for their accounting prowess are now seen as experts in digital. What Will Consulting Look Like in 2020?
Actuation Consulting
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
Advancing the Profession of Product Management website I consulting I training I toolkits I books I blog I twitter. The post Developing a PRD appeared first on Actuation Consulting. Business Analysis Innovation Product Management product manager Product Marketing Product Owner product roadmap Product Teams Project Management Take Charge Product Management actuation consulting greg geracie PRD product product owner Product Requirements Document
Johanna Rothman
JANUARY 1, 2019
Consultants who make money speak at conferences. I know I will speak, coach, consult. I'm not coaching or consulting. If you've ever seen consultants fly in, give their talk, and fly out, that's the reason. consulting MPD cost of delay speaking writing
Actuation Consulting
JULY 6, 2018
website I consulting I training I toolkits I books I blog I twitter. The post Using Different Types of Personas appeared first on Actuation Consulting. 2018 Agile Buyer Persona Innovation Marketing positioning statement Product Management Product Management Consulting product manager Product Marketing Skills actuation consulting greg geracie persona product development product management product owner Take Charge Product Management User Experience
Johanna Rothman
NOVEMBER 21, 2018
Books and consulting are all different beasts. You can create consulting services and deliver them by yourself. I’ve had to cross out and renegotiate consulting agreements where the client thought they could hire me to create a custom workshop and they would reuse it internally. As a consultant, your client does not own your IP. As I inch the consulting and writing books forward, expect to hear about these kinds of topics more often.).
Actuation Consulting
JULY 22, 2018
website I consulting I training I toolkits I books I blog I twitter. The post Storyboarding and Flow Diagrams appeared first on Actuation Consulting. Agile Business Analysis Innovation Product Management product manager Product Marketing Product Owner Product Teams Project Management Take Charge Product Management User Experience actuation consulting flow diagram greg geracie product development product owner product team storyboarding
Actuation Consulting
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
website I consulting I training I toolkits I books I blog I twitter. appeared first on Actuation Consulting. Agile Alignment Product Management product manager Product Owner product roadmap Product Teams Take Charge Product Management Uncategorized actuation consulting product development product management product owner product teamMoving Your Product Strategy Forward.
Actuation Consulting
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
website I consulting I training I toolkits I books I blog I twitter. The post Developing A Product Vision and Strategy appeared first on Actuation Consulting. Agile Alignment Innovation Marketing Product Management product manager Product Marketing Product Owner Product Teams Project Management Strategy Take Charge Product Management actuation consulting product development product management product teams product vision
Actuation Consulting
AUGUST 15, 2018
website I consulting I training I toolkits I books I blog I twitter. appeared first on Actuation Consulting. Of all the documents you create while developing a new product or product extension the Market Requirements Document (MRD) is most important of all. First, the MRD defines the overall target market. It also captures the market expectations for product attributes. Meeting these expectations is critical to increasing the odds of success in the marketplace.
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