The Product Guy

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

A PM who creates unnecessary friction or fails to collaborate constructively isn’t fulfilling their responsibilities and shouldn’t remain in the role—just as with any other position. By defining priorities rooted in market research, user insights, and business goals, PMs ensure that development efforts deliver meaningful impact.

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Roman Pichler

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

It’s the first step to bring about positive change. You are not in a position to decline feature requests. As you are not empowered to determine the product features, you are not in a position to manage the product and significantly impact the value it creates. I certainly don’t intend to make anyone feel bad.

Product Research 289

Product Research Product Manager Product Management Customer Experience 289

The Product Guy

OCTOBER 9, 2018

It is customary for strategy documents to be living documents, and frequently modified as the product manager receives input and feedback from three main areas: the market as a whole, customers specifically, and voices from inside the company. I was able to collaborate closely with the senior director of product at my company on this work.

Weak Development Team 326

Weak Development Team Product Strategy Strategy Development 326

Product Innovation Educators

OCTOBER 3, 2022

They’ve developed an insights platform to facilitate collaboration between market researchers, UX professionals, marketing managers, and product leaders. Speaking the language of development and being fluent and conversant are requirements for product leadership. 20:36] Have you struggled with micromanaging teams?

Technical Review 251

Technical Review Research Software Finance User Testing 251

Mind the Product

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Product experts have tried to tackle this issue but they gloss over the impact a company’s structure and leadership team have on product/market fit. For many consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies, product teams report to marketing, sales, finance, or strategy leads. But are Those Your Users’ Priorities?

User Testing 183

User Testing Product Marketing Marketing Product Research 183

Product Innovation Educators

JUNE 24, 2024

However, as Mary Baird’s inspiring story shows, a successful pivot from nonprofit leadership to product management is not only possible but also incredibly rewarding. However, Mary’s experience in nonprofit leadership provided her with a unique set of transferable skills that would prove invaluable in her new role.

Product Manager 249

Product Manager Product Management User Friction Product Research 249

Alchemer Mobile

JUNE 17, 2025

The platform is used by companies worldwide to collect customer feedback, run employee engagement studies, conduct market research, measure brand sentiment, and more. We strive to have a positive and engaging culture that recognizes talented and hard-working employees. Founded in 2006, Alchemer is a KKR portfolio company.

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The Product Guy

MARCH 17, 2018

Thousands of employers across all areas of product, from management to design, from digital to physical, are looking to fill positions from our community. . Keywords: Android and IOS mobile , Data analysis, leadership, management, Market Research. Each week we highlight some of the recently posted openings.

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Finance Product Research B2B Data Visualization 150

The Product Guy

OCTOBER 8, 2024

This can make managing expectations difficult, especially when dealing with senior leadership. Understanding Stakeholder Dynamics Stakeholders in product management aren’t just limited to your direct team; they encompass leadership, cross-functional teams, customers, and even external partners.

Customer Feedback 150

Customer Feedback Data Visualization Product Manager Product Management 150

Mind the Product

MARCH 20, 2020

Melissa begins by describing how there are over 11,000 open Head of Product positions available in the EU today – one of which could be yours. How can you position yourself well now for a future as a product leader, and, once you get the job, what do you do? Preparing for the C-Suite.

User Testing 253

User Testing Product Research Customer Feedback Customer Experience 253

Alchemer Mobile

AUGUST 28, 2023

Key leadership addition positions Alchemer to continue impressive organic and acquisition momentum. He brings seasoned leadership and the right sales disciplines to help us grow even faster, following a year when Alchemer grew by 50%.” After eight years at Qualtrics, he knows our industry and target buyers extremely well.

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Feedback Software Research Software User Testing Product Research 130

The Product Coalition

AUGUST 17, 2022

This super identity has been shown in multiple studies to be a strong positive factor in successful teams building new products: How to get a super identity First, you need a super goal. A super goal needs you to find an outcome that will facilitate alignment across the organisation, across the different silos and functions.

User Testing 146

User Testing Research Software Product Research Market Research 146

Product Innovation Educators

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

What product managers need to know about positioning products to create value. Today we are talking about how market segmentation is done and how it impacts product pricing. 4:07] How does market segmentation influence product strategy? 6:34] What’s an example of a company that does market segmentation well?

Marketing 156

Marketing User Testing Research Software Product Research 156

Userpilot

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Its main goal is to bring the product to the market and ensure it’s well-received by the target customers. The product marketing manager role involves conducting customer research, developing the GTM strategy , refining product positioning and messaging , managing product launches , and creating onboarding experiences.

Product Research 104

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Userpilot

MAY 27, 2025

Use your background in developing digital products, encouraging collaboration on growth projects across departments, ensuring product quality, and demonstrating effective leadership to support Firefox’s growth. Strong team leadership: 5+ years of direct PM management experience. Image] Who would be the best fit for this job?

Analytic Tools 52

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Userpilot

APRIL 24, 2025

Someone who thrives in cross-functional environments and can influence senior leadership through data-driven insights. Experience in influencing senior leadership through data-driven insights. Salary $124,500/year in their lowest geographic market, up to $206,000/year in their highest geographic market.

Research Software 52

Research Software Analytic Tools Feedback Software Customer Communications 52

Userpilot

JULY 29, 2024

A thorough competitive analysis report includes an executive summary, company overview, product/service analysis, marketing/sales analysis, SWOT analysis, and conclusions/recommendations. Identify direct and indirect competitors via market research to better position your product. SWOT analysis. Slack competitor analysis.

Data Visualization 111

Data Visualization Research Software Reporting Tools Feedback Software 111

Product Innovation Educators

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

A colleague recently told me about the overt biases of a market researcher he worked with. In this case, the researcher admitted that he focused on data that helped him defend his perspective of product strategy and ignored data that didn’t support his position. His bias defeats the purpose of research.

Data Visualization 121

Data Visualization Customer Feedback Product Manager Product Management 121

Userpilot

JULY 24, 2024

Conduct market research and analysis to understand the current state of products in your industry. Identify your target market and user segments to figure out what they want and chart out your product strategy accordingly. Create a product roadmap to get everyone on the same page and outline key development stages.

Data Visualization 111

Data Visualization Framework Product Strategy Analytic Tools 111

Userpilot

JULY 25, 2024

TL;DR An associate product manager, or a junior product manager, is an entry-level position for people who are starting out in product management. An associate product manager, or a junior product manager, is an entry-level position for people who are starting out in product management. Learn how to conduct effective market research.

User Testing 94

User Testing Analytic Tools Data Visualization Feedback Software 94

UX Planet

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

You’ll learn How to hire for, position, and empower a UX team effectively. How management of UX professionals directly affects ROI—both positively and negatively. Leadership Through Design Innovation by Coursera. Best practices to manage and support a UX designer and wider UX team.

User Testing 98

User Testing Data Visualization Research Software Customer Experience 98

Product Innovation Educators

DECEMBER 12, 2022

10:49] What are the challenges that leaders face in getting other senior leadership in the organization aligned around feature prioritization? If you know someone wants a promotion, you can position your product as something that will make them more visible as a successful contributor to something awesome. [24:22]

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Product Research Workshop User Testing Management 223

Product Management University

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Which vertical markets (considering your entire portfolio) are most conducive to 15% growth and 30% margin? A little bit of market research will give you some definitive answers. This allows you to play from a position of strength. Learn more: The Leadership Side Of Product Management – What Does It Really Mean?

Management 130

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The Product Coalition

MARCH 24, 2021

As Kim Garst states in her quote, the fundamental principle to win first reference customers in the mainstream market is to target a specific niche market as your point of attack and focus all your resources on achieving the dominant leadership position in that segment as quickly as possible.

User Testing 158

User Testing Research Software User Friction Customer Experience 158

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. Many product leaders have a background in development, marketing , sales, customer support , UX design , and data management.

Data Visualization 105

Data Visualization Analytic Tools Research Software Feedback Software 105

Gainsight

JANUARY 23, 2025

Gainsight recently announced that we were named a Leader in the first-ever Gartner Magic Quadrant for Customer Success Management Platforms ; Gainsight was positioned highest on the Ability to Execute axis and furthest on the Completeness of Vision axis.

Research Software 52

Research Software Reporting Tools User Testing Customer Experience 52

ProductPlan

MARCH 5, 2021

This mid-level product role is like the associate-level product manager position. When are you ready to move from Product Manager to a senior position? Collaborate with other product owners, design, and engineering to bring your ideas to market through rapid iteration. Product Manager. Director of Product. Obsess over customers.

User Testing 132

User Testing Product Research Product Manager Product Management 132

Userpilot

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The product launch manager collaborates with the marketing team to develop launch plans and oversees their implementation. Product marketing managers develop product positioning , messaging , and differentiation strategies. Conducting market research and competitor analysis. Positioning statement template.

Research Software 105

Research Software Analytic Tools Feedback Software Product Research 105

Userpilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

Conduct in-depth market research : Study your target market and create detailed customer personas highlighting customer needs, pain points , and goals. You should also understand market trends and analyze the market size, potential, and competition. This has allowed them to capture a significant market share.

Analytic Tools 105

Analytic Tools Feedback Software Research Software Product Strategy 105

The Product Coalition

JUNE 22, 2020

Positioned as they are at the intersection of business strategy, customer experience and change, nobody is better qualified than product leaders to know. Market research, while still important, came in a distant third and the age-old practice of copying competitors fourth. Where are you finding new ideas?

User Testing 84

User Testing Product Research Customer Feedback Crowdsource 84

Userpilot

JULY 31, 2023

TL;DR The product marketing manager role (PMM) is primarily responsible for a product’s positioning, messaging, and branding. Who is a product marketing manager? A product marketing manager (PMM) is responsible for a product’s positioning, messaging, and branding.

Product Marketing 98

Product Marketing Onboarding KPIs User Testing Marketing 98

Userpilot

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

However, you need the right mix of technical and leadership skills. Conduct market research to identify gaps Market research is one of the key TPM responsibilities. The goal is to assess the current situation in the market and competitive landscape focusing in particular on unmet customer needs.

Feedback Software 105

Feedback Software Analytic Tools Research Software User Testing 105

The Product Coalition

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

This can make it difficult for the CPO to develop a product that meets the needs of a specific customer segment and can lead to a product that needs to be better aligned with the market demand. And so, the CPO finds himself in a position where he needs to deliver a clear roadmap, although the ground keeps shifting. What can be done?

Startups 147

Startups User Testing Feedback Software Customer Feedback 147

Mind the Product

AUGUST 9, 2017

If the market is better educated, there will be direct benefits to the technology roadmap and product pricing. Product managers are well-positioned to be smart home evangelists because they need to understand the industry from multiple perspectives: that of the buyer, the seller, and the maker.

Artificial Inteligence 156

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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.

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User Testing Research Software Feedback Software Product Research 98

Userpilot

MARCH 8, 2022

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Technical Advisors 116

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Userpilot

AUGUST 18, 2024

Perform market research and define your target audience A successful product strategy is built on a solid foundation of customer understanding. Thus, you must conduct thorough market research to understand who your ideal customer is and what they need. What market gaps have they left?

Data Visualization 105

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