The Product Coalition

MARCH 8, 2020

I recently attended an excellent leadership programme, which led me to reflect more deeply on what makes a stand out leader. Of course, a large part of leadership is about designing good domain strategy & operating models etc, but this article focuses on the more emotive, people elements. Recognition for what they do.

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Ronke PM

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Eruptions of Possibilities I was once again in a situation where my position was eliminated. Regardless of how positive I try to be or assure myself that I will be okay, whenever I sit down at my desk to look for a new job, the voices in my head say, “What will they think when they find out I’ve been laid off?”

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Intercom, Inc.

AUGUST 15, 2018

He had to quickly determine which team members displayed a potential for leadership and teach them the fundamentals of management so they could make new hires and scale – without ruining the culture. I hosted Nick on the podcast, where we discussed the differences between management and leadership, fostering diversity in tech, and more.

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The Product Coalition

JUNE 11, 2023

Take courses, read thought leaders in the field, and learn from the customers. Strategic vision Great product managers have a clear vision for the future of their products. They can also translate this vision into a roadmap their teams can execute. Leadership skills Great product managers are natural leaders.

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The Product Coalition

MARCH 11, 2019

I’ve had multiple occasions recently to reflect on my own leadership philosophy. Not only have I been asked about it explicitly, but in several conversations with friends and others, the topic of leadership has come up with both positive and negative examples. So What is a Leadership Philosophy?

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Gainsight

JULY 11, 2023

Our team’s vision, focus, talents, and hard work were central to achieving this milestone. A few years later, in 2012, my company was acquired by SPS Commerce (NASDAQ SPSC), and as part of that acquisition, I joined their leadership team. So around this time last year, we revisited and sharpened our vision.

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Userpilot

JANUARY 14, 2024

In particular, we look at: What the product manager’s role involves Their main responsibilities Common product management positions Tips on how to advance your PM career Let’s dive in. The Associate Product Manager position is an entry-level role responsible for smaller projects and supporting more senior colleagues.

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Product Talk

APRIL 17, 2024

You have this grand vision. What’s the vision? I think teams often struggle to connect the dots between vision, strategy, and execution or opportunity space , right? She does some course correction here and there. The vision is flight level one for me. It is hard to do true research for a product vision.

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Intercom, Inc.

JULY 28, 2022

Sanj started working at Salesforce back in 2005, when the company had around 1,000 employees and a few hundred million in revenue, and he was a part of its growth for 14 years, holding several leadership positions in multiple markets in EMEA. Sanj: Well, it’s a pretty long one.

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Intercom, Inc.

MAY 20, 2019

The other path, the one I’ll focus on in this post, continues along the journey of individual contributor : to mastery of the craft of design, to leadership without the need to manage, to above all else shipping great work. Another dimension on which behaviors can be assessed is whether you are demonstrating leadership in your role.

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Mind the Product

MAY 23, 2017

The long awaited book Product Leadership is finally about to hit our Kindles, iPads and possibly even our hands. It’s a book that shows product leadership to be a mentality and style, rather than a set of rules. The core tenets of Product Management are a natural breeding ground for leadership roles. Let teams shape the how.”.

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People-First Product Leadership

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The focus will be on the Mission, North Star and Vision. Part 3 brings together the Product specific Vision, Roadmap and Goals Share People-First Product Leadership Quick refresher I’m a strong believer in the importance of a well defined strategy. The Mission is often defined by the CEO and/or Leadership team.

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The Product Coalition

MARCH 8, 2024

Future-proofing your business Embracing digital transformation is not just about keeping up with the present; it’s about positioning your business for the future. Vision & goals Now, chart your course. Define a clear vision for your digital transformation, outlining what success looks like for your organization.

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Sequent Learning

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Many aspiring product managers pursue additional certifications or courses to enhance their knowledge. Develop Essential Skills: Product managers need a diverse skill set, including communication, leadership, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Sharpen these skills through practical experiences and continuous learning.

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Mind the Product

MAY 23, 2017

The long awaited book Product Leadership is finally about to hit our Kindles, iPads and possibly even our hands. It’s a book that shows product leadership to be a mentality and style, rather than a set of rules. The core tenets of Product Management are a natural breeding ground for leadership roles. Let teams shape the how.”.

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Userpilot

JULY 18, 2023

Based on the research, PMs develop the long-term product vision and product strategy that are aligned with the overall business strategy. PMs collaborate closely with teams from across the organization, like the engineering team, and liaise with senior leadership. Product vision importance. Interview preparation template.

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Userpilot

JULY 31, 2023

TL;DR The product marketing manager role (PMM) is primarily responsible for a product’s positioning, messaging, and branding. A product marketing manager (PMM) is responsible for a product’s positioning, messaging, and branding. Product managers are responsible for the overall vision and strategic oversight of a product.

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Userpilot

JULY 23, 2023

Product Manager : Defines the product vision, roadmap , and features, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the product meets customer needs and market demands. Below are the main positions and how they contribute to building a solid GTM strategy. Create product vision and strategy. Who is part of the GTM team?

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Sachin Rekhi

JUNE 25, 2017

I then break down the resources into the way I think about what a product manager does, which is drive the vision, strategy, design, and execution of their product. One of the key responsibilities of a product manager is to define, articulate, and evangelize the vision for their product.

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Mind the Product

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Of course, keeping tactical work aligned with company goals and vision is a critical part of any successful product manager’s job , so this trend to ask for more “strategic thinking” from product people can feel like an invitation to take on more meaningful and high-status work. Leadership should guide, not dictate.

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Userpilot

DECEMBER 13, 2023

UX vision is a clear and inspiring statement that guides the long-term design strategy and keeps teams and stakeholders on the same page. Next, conduct customer and market research to identify opportunities for UX improvement , and use research findings and business goals to formulate the UX vision statement.

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People-First Product Leadership

JULY 30, 2023

” Why don’t more companies encourage positive leadership character? Others perceive positive character as “soft” and lacking qualities which motivate superior performance (see the prior newsletter ). Positive character also encourages trust and helps navigate self-doubt. ” ( article ).

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People-First Product Leadership

DECEMBER 4, 2023

If you missed Part 1, we covered the “why” behind creating a strategy stack, with a focus on the Mission, North Star, and Vision. The Vision evolves over time, and is an inspirational guide for the company's future. Looking ahead, Part 3 brings together the Product specific Vision, Roadmap and Goals.

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Intercom, Inc.

JANUARY 8, 2019

The other path, the one I’ll focus on in this post, continues along the journey of individual contributor : to mastery of the craft of design, to leadership without the need to manage, to above all else shipping great work. Another dimension on which behaviors can be assessed is whether you are demonstrating leadership in your role.

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Roman Pichler

MARCH 12, 2018

One way to answer this question is to avoid unhelpful but common leadership styles. As its name suggests, this leadership style mediates between different parties and tries to broker a deal. As its name suggests, this leadership style mediates between different parties and tries to broker a deal. Recognise Your Leadership Bias.

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People-First Product Leadership

OCTOBER 22, 2023

The positive nature of appreciative inquiry resonated with me. The other AI promotes such a model by looking for the positive instead of the negative (or gaps). Dream: Unlock creativity and possibilities by imaging potential positive futures, representing multiple perspectives, opinions, and understandings.

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Userpilot

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

Teams fall into the build trap when there’s no alignment between the product vision and the work of the development team. Product strategy is made up of product vision, which is a long-term goal , and strategic intents, which are the business challenges that your team is facing. Strategy, vision, and strategic intent alignment.

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The Product Coalition

MARCH 23, 2022

Introducing Product Management means to install a discipline and to make the company product led and vision oriented. With the actual definition of management as processing facts in differentiation to leadership, the emotional side and the caring for products and the team seams to fall short.

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Mind the Product

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

Without thoughtful leadership around them, it may not be in product manager’s gift to achieve a “good” roadmap. This is because product leadership is genuinely hard and quite distinct from the job of product manager – something that is often misunderstood. Purpose, Vision, Mission and Strategy. What is your role?

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The Product Coalition

DECEMBER 5, 2021

Product leadership is about finding the right business opportunities to accomplish with the right product. But you know how it works, this initial traction is very delicate, and alongside these positive signals there are legitimate concerns, so the decision to move forward with it is not trivial. It’s very natural to be confused.

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The Product HQ

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Product managers are responsible for establishing a product’s vision and long-term business strategy while ensuring that all stakeholders are aware of said strategy. While it is a senior position, there are numerous career paths, such as Group Product Manager (GPM) and Principal Product Manager (PPM). Then look no further.

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The Product Coalition

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

This is where roadmaps are driven by technology innovation, led by engineering (of course). You see this when you have a strong vision-led founder, or an organization where the culture encourages risk-averse decision making…in other words, your typical hierarchical structure. 4) Align with executives and core product leadership.

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Userpilot

AUGUST 21, 2023

TL;DR Product managers need to have good problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. Looking for the right answers can give you a deeper understanding of how well applicants understand the product management role and whether or not they’re the ideal fit for the position. Leadership. What is product vision?

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BrainMates

MAY 7, 2019

This means, “Given enough time and enough promotion levels, every position in a firm will be occupied by someone who can’t do the job. ”. Product Leaders who claim the title without actively seeking formal leadership learning and coaching are doing a disservice to those who serve their people and this great profession.

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The Product Manager Coach Blog

JANUARY 9, 2024

Aligning Product Vision and Strategy 2. Today’s product managers should have a comprehensive view of the product, encompassing product development, market positioning, user engagement, and the overall contribution to the business strategy. Understanding customer needs and pain points 3. Data-driven decision-making and goal-setting 5.

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ProductPlan

JUNE 22, 2023

In the product-led organization of 2023, product teams are gaining authority over previously independent teams and even some historically in a leadership role over product. In the Empowered Product Team model, product leadership sets the overall direction and prioritizes the problems to be solved. Consider it the price of leadership.

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Mind the Product

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Tanya shares her ideas for nurturing a strong product strategy from this year’s #mtpcon London Product Leadership Forum. And of course, it makes sense to improve experiences for the user. That’s why you have to start with vision and strategy, they give you purpose and direction. Your Product Vision. Emotional.

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