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Tomorrow, join Jared Spool live to talk about Navigating Politics: Prioritizing UX Above Product Delivery July 8 at 2pm ET (18.00 GMT) Break the tension between Product and UX. In many organizations, there’s a tension between delivering a product quickly and ensuring that the product has an excellent (or even good) user experience. UX leaders in those organizations hear, “We think UX is important, but we just don’t have time right now.” UX leaders find it challenging to navigate the politics behind why product delivery gets top priority. They need a multi-pronged approach that shows stakeholders why UX is important while ensuring their work doesn’t obstruct critical delivery deadlines. In this perspective-changing discussion, Jared Spool will explore how influential UX leaders have successfully made UX a priority in their organizations. You’ll discover new approaches to overcoming political obstacles when you win over your most challenging stakeholders. Uncover how you’ll… 👉 Position UX efforts as a product delivery accelerator by prioritizing and reducing non-necessary work through research findings. 👉 Introduce metrics that are tied directly to UX outcomes to measure how each product team drives improvements in customers’ and users’ lives. 👉 Establish a UX-quality baseline that aligns your product and development peers on what “done” means for each upcoming release. RSVP in our Leaders of Awesomeness community: https://cstu.io/206655

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Truly enjoyed joining the Product Thinking with Melissa Perri podcast. It's a must-listen for product managers, innovators, and anyone eager to see their ideas take flight. During our 45-minute conversation, we covered a wide range of topics. Here are some highlights: 🔍 Origin Story: I shared my journey of helping organizations systematically venture into the unknown. When I transitioned from Amazon to McDonald’s, I had to create "new ways of working" because what’s standard at a tech giant is often a foreign language to more traditional companies. 🏢 Culture: I discussed my view on culture—not as a set of slogans, but as the reality of the employee experience. Changing how work gets done is the best way to evolve culture. 🚀 Beyond Execution: We explored why many Fortune 500 companies excel at execution but struggle with the muscles needed to bring good ideas to life. We talked about how to get to execution faster and more effectively. 🗣️ Leadership Hacks: I shared how I would hold meetings with teams (even as President) with the expectation of reviewing questions rather than answers. Starting with a good question list is a powerful way to kickstart momentum on ideas. 📚 Why I Wrote Decision Sprint: After a decade in the C-Suite at McDonald’s, Volvo, and MGM Resorts, I realized that the practices I was putting in place needed to be distilled into a methodology, leading to the creation of Decision Sprint, a WSJ bestseller. 🌐 Beyond Product: The next evolution in product thinking involves bringing the rest of the organization along. It’s not enough for just one part of the company to be product-oriented; collective intelligence is key to solving today’s problems. Decision Sprint is designed to create a universal language that works for any role in an organization. 🕵️ Purposeful Exploration: We discussed how purposeful exploration isn’t as time-consuming as you might think and how it actually speeds things up while providing more clarity. 💡 Ritual: I also shared why I started a workflow + AI company three years ago and how an idea that was ahead of its time is now finding product-market fit. Some describe what we’re doing as a McKinsey-killer, but we believe Ritual is much bigger, reshaping knowledge work in profound ways. Everything we discussed --> build momentum to allow ideas to flourish. 🎧 Thank you to Melissa Perri for hosting such an engaging and insightful conversation. If you benefit, it's because the host knows the right questions to ask :) Listen to the podcast: https://lnkd.in/g37Wb9K7 https://lnkd.in/g_--qb2S More links: www.decisionsprint.com (Atif’s WSJ bestselling book) https://app.ritual.work/ (try Ritual) https://www.produxlabs.com (Melissa’s company) #ProductThinking #Innovation #Leadership #Culture #DecisionMaking #AI #Podcast #ProductManagement

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When can 'mercenary' Product Managers can make a big impact? Early on, we were inspired by Mirela Mus pioneering fractional product work. It was awesome to hear you speak on Product Growth with Aakash Gupta! Thanks to you both for putting together your insights. https://lnkd.in/gnVmh-4y

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Bite-Sized Book Wisdom: "Real-life Lessons from 'The Product Manager's Survival Guide’" 🚀 by Steven Haines In "The Product Manager's Survival Guide," Steven Haines offers essential insights for product managers navigating product roadmaps. Steven stresses the importance of setting clear objectives and priorities. Defined goals ensure team alignment and streamline development, aiding in task prioritization. Flexibility is crucial. Steven highlights the need to adapt to market changes, customer feedback, and technological advancements. Being prepared to pivot and adjust timelines is essential. Communication is key. Steven emphasizes transparent and frequent communication. Involving team members, stakeholders, and customers fosters collaboration, trust, and feedback gathering. "The Product Manager's Survival Guide" provides a comprehensive roadmap for product management success, emphasizing clear objectives, flexibility, and effective communication in navigating product roadmaps. Follow Creators Of Products 😎 on LinkedIn and get this bite-sized wisdom delivered to your feed regularly! 🚀 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dYEJg7gE hashtag #innovation hashtag #creativity hashtag #leader hashtag #productmanager hashtag #productcommunity hashtag #trending hashtag #productleader hashtag #productmanagement hashtag #productdevelopment hashtag #bookreview

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🚀 What is Fractional Product Leadership? If you're a product or company leader who's ready to take your products and teams to new levels of success, then let us introduce you to Fractional Product Leadership - a game-changing approach that's reshaping how companies access world-class product expertise. In our latest video, Kim Kastner explains what fractional leadership is - you can tap into seasoned product leadership on an as-needed basis, getting the tailored guidance and hands-on support you need to: - Define a compelling product vision and strategy - Build and scale a high-performing product team - Drive impactful innovation and growth Check out the video or visit the Product Gold Services page to learn more: https://lnkd.in/exf7qS6d #ProductGold #ProductManagement #FractionalLeadership #ProductStrategy #StartupSupport #StartupGrowth #Leadership

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Seeing any of these red flags in your product development processes? 🚩 Lack of clear prioritization in the roadmap 🚩 Constantly shifting feature requirements without rationale 🚩 Ambiguous ownership of features and deliverables 🚩 Excessive stakeholder input that derails decision-making 🚩 No standardized process for handling feedback 🚩 Poor alignment between engineering and product 🚩 Inadequate testing procedures before launches 🚩 Over-reliance on manual tracking and updates You need a better way: https://bit.ly/3zlaKUl

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Thanks for the amazing summary Sahil! Loved this 👇 Define where are we going? > How we choose to get there? > Slice Outcomes > Discover customer problems> Build-Measure-Learn>Pivot strategy bases on results

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Strategy is CRITICAL to your product's success, and it's the core of the ProductPlan platform. Senior Product Manager Adrian Bryant, CSM®, POPM® explains why. #productmanagement #productmanager #productstrategy

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Job hunting in product marketing? Here's what leaders are really looking for – straight from our latest research. 🙌 Check out the full State of Product Marketing Leadership report for more: https://lnkd.in/dRRYhjgi Fellow PMM leaders – what other qualities do you value in candidates? Share below! 👇  #InterviewTips #ProductMarketingTips #ProductMarketing #MarketingCareer

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Breaking the Bamboo Ceiling: The Path to Product Leadership 🚀 It’s time to rise above and take your product management career to new heights! 🌟 In this video, [Speaker's Name] shares actionable insights on how to break through barriers and step into true product leadership. If you're ready to go from managing products to leading innovation, this is the conversation you don’t want to miss. The next level is waiting—are you prepared to break through? 💥 Siddhartha Saladi, MBA, MS #ProductManagement #Leadership #CareerGrowth #NextLevelPM #BambooCeiling

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Product Vision: The North Star for Product Success A product manager's secret weapon? A clear and compelling product vision! What is it? It's the guiding light that aligns your team, stakeholders, and product around a shared future state. It's the "why" behind your product - what problem are you solving, and for whom? Why is it important? Focus & Direction: A strong vision keeps everyone on the same page, prioritizing tasks and driving decision-making.expand_more Innovation & Growth: It inspires the team to push boundaries and develop solutions that meet future market needs. Long-Term Success: It ensures your product evolves alongside your customers and industry trends. Short-term vs. Long-term vision? ⏱️ Think of it as a two-pronged approach: Short-term vision: Sets clear, actionable goals for immediate impact and market needs. Long-term vision: Defines the product's aspirational state, guiding strategic development. How to Develop a Product Vision? Gather Input: Talk to stakeholders, analyze trends, and prioritize user needs. Align with Strategy: Ensure your vision supports the company's overall goals. Be Iterative: Adapt your vision based on feedback and market changes. Ready to create a product vision that drives success? Let's connect and discuss strategies! Join our community for more updates : https://lnkd.in/gM5zSjCz #productmanagement #productvision #innovation #leadership #productmanagement #productvision #innovation #leadership #growth #strategy #letsconnect Subhasis Chandra Prashasti Pankaj Yash Dhawan Swati Sorte Vijay Kumar Adusumalli Vidita Mahesheka Rakhi Agarwal Sultan Shaikh Yagna Swarup Pinjala Naveenkumar S.S Yash Dhawan Kaitav Shah Sanjit Singh Sharma Arjun Bakshi

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In this episode of The Product Experience podcast, Janet Bumpas, a Product Advisor with deep experience in both startups and big companies, shares her insights on crafting compelling product visions. Here is a short clip, listen or watch the full episode 👉 https://bit.ly/3APUsmV #prodmgmt #productvision #productleader

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❓ Do you need #product mentorship in these areas? ☑️ Finding product-market fit ☑️ Product strategy ☑️ Positioning and storytelling ☑️ Making new/complex things simple ☑️ Commercial & GTM strategy Request mentorship from mentor Sam Favager today: https://lnkd.in/eJWd-DKM #productmanagement

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Cut through the BS and confusion surrounding #productmanagement in this insight-packed podcast episode with Ksenia Boyer, an Independent Consultant and facilitator. She shares actionable tips, tools, and resources to help you make the most of your career as a Product Manager. The most vital elements to success in this competitive space are community, skills, and values. Clarity is key in a fast-paced, ever-evolving, and demanding role. Tune in now to clearly understand what you know, what you don't, and how to thrive in this in-demand field. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gMDD78uJ

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Product managers shouldn't trade the short-term benefits of staying at your desk and getting work done for the long-term benefits of knowing your customers, speaking up for your users and staying inspired.

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🌟 Weekly Update: Exciting Events Ahead with PPL Coach and Collaborators! LAST CALL: 🚀 AI in Product Management - May 31 Last call to register for this 5-hour immersive session on collaborating with AI on product management. Join Laisa Drake, MBA and Anjali Leon to discover how to boost your performance as a Product Leader. 🕒 9 am - 2 pm ET 🌍 TheWeek over a Weekend - May 31, June 1 & 2 Experience this transformative event with Ann-Marie Kong and Anjali Leon. Reimagine a better future in this 3-day journey. 🕒 4 pm - 6 pm ET ❤️ HeartStorming: The Power of Pivotal Moments - June 7 Join Anjali Leon for a free community event exploring pivotal life moments to unlock heart-centered insights. 🕒 3 pm - 4 pm ET 🎨 The Art and Science of Creative Flow - June 20, 21, 27, & 28 Transform your creative process with actionable strategies to enhance your flow with Anjali Leon and April Jefferson “Soul Craftswoman”. 🕒 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm ET 🔗 Register Now! Visit www.ppl-coach.com/events to learn more and sign up. 🌱 Agilists4Planet 2.0 Conference - June 13 & 14 Don't miss this virtual conference focused on sustainability and agile methodologies. Register now at Agilists4Planet. 🔗 Register For the Conference: https://lnkd.in/e_mKG88N Don’t miss these opportunities to grow and innovate with us! #Agile #AI #Kanban #CreativeFlow #HeartStorming #Sustainability #Agilists4Planet

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