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“What’s the one quality differentiate a good product manager from a great one?” For me, it’s the ability to facilitate collaboration among key stakeholders, designers, and developers. When a PM can foster efficient and effective teamwork among these roles, it leads to both higher quality and increased velocity in product development. P.S. #DesignSprint is also a great "tool" to facilitate collaboration

Great products are built by great teams. 🛠️ The "product trio" (PMs, designers, engineers) must sync early and often to avoid pitfalls. Here's how strategic collaboration makes the difference between chaos and success. #ProductManagement #Collaboration https://lnkd.in/gP_vtDDA

Complexity doesn't impress, simplicity does. One of the key skills of a product manager is Clear communication. In this case, Clarity. Clarity is key. As much as possible avoid using jargon or overly technical terms that might confuse your team. Imagine sharing your PRD with developers, only to have them struggle to understand it without your explanation. The consequences: - Delays - Misinterpretations - Back-and-forth discussions Keep it simple: - Use clear, concise language - Define technical terms (if necessary) - Focus on the problem, not the solution Benefits: - Faster development - Improved collaboration - Reduced misunderstandings Remember: - Simplicity doesn't mean lack of depth - Clarity is not complexity's enemy Strive for simplicity in: - PRDs - Communication - Product design By embracing simplicity, you: - Build trust with your team - Ensure seamless execution - Deliver better products Ready to simplify your product management approach? Take Action: 1.⁠ ⁠Review your PRD templates for clarity. 2.⁠ ⁠Use plain language in your communication. 3.⁠ ⁠Encourage feedback from your team. Connect with me. Let’s collaborate. Share your simplicity tips in the comments! Rooting for you, Segun Sobodu #ProductManagement #Simplicity #Clarity #EffectiveCommunication #Collaboration #ProductDevelopment #PRD #Leadership

Are Roadmaps Helping or Hindering Your Progress? A roadmap is similar to a navigation tool - it provides direction while acknowledging that the exact route may evolve. Here's how to ensure your roadmap supports rather than constrains your progress: ➡️ Focus on Customer Needs First: Begin by understanding your users' key challenges before planning features. Structure your roadmap to address these specific problems. ➡️ Maintain Adaptability: While detailed planning is valuable, leave room for adjustments. Review and update regularly based on new information and feedback. ➡️ Foster Team Collaboration: Include all key stakeholders - from product managers to developers and designers. This ensures alignment and builds commitment to shared objectives. ➡️ Keep Communication Simple: Make your roadmap accessible to everyone by using clear, outcome-focused language. The true value lies not in the roadmap document itself, but in the planning process that aligns teams toward common objectives, even when facing uncertainty. #productmanagement #producttimeline #deadline #roadmap

Great products are built by teams, not individuals. Collaboration is key to successful product management. - Ben Horowitz #product #productdevelopment #productmanagement #productgrowth

The Power of Collaboration in Product Management Last, I sat in a room with engineers discussing API architectures, designers sharing user research, and business stakeholders reviewing quarterly goals. As the product manager, I felt that familiar mix of excitement and responsibility. Four years ago, when I started this journey, I thought being a PM meant having all the answers. I couldn't have been more wrong. The real magic of product management isn't in knowing everything – it's in bringing people together. Just last week, our team was tackling a complex feature. Instead of pushing my own solution, I created space for our engineer to share technical constraints, our designer to present user pain points, and our business analyst to outline market opportunities. The result? A solution none of us could have reached alone. The engineers found a more efficient approach, the designers uncovered hidden user needs, and the business team identified new revenue opportunities. This is why I love being a product manager: every day, I get to be part of something bigger than myself. We're not just building features – we're creating symphonies where every team member plays their unique part. What's your experience with cross-functional collaboration? Have you ever had a moment where bringing different perspectives together led to an unexpected breakthrough? #ProductManagement #collaboration

5 months in, and the biggest lesson I've learned as a Product guy isn't just what we build, but why we build it. It's easy to get caught up in features and functionalities, but understanding the deeper purpose behind them unlocks a whole new level of: - Impact: Every decision carries weight. Knowing the "why" ensures each feature truly serves the user and solves a genuine problem. - Problem-solving: It's not just about the what, it's the why behind the what. Digging deeper leads to more creative and user-centric solutions. - Communication: When you can articulate the "why" clearly, you can rally your team and stakeholders around a shared vision. So, next time you're in a meeting, brainstorming session, or even just a casual chat, don't be afraid to ask "why". You might be surprised by what you uncover. #product #productinsights #management #productdevelopment #productgrowth

Have you experienced the inefficiencies of siloed work in product development? 🤔 Let's talk about a game-changer: Product Trios! 📚 Teresa Torres just wrote a deep dive into that practice. Here's why Product Trios matter: 🔹 What is a Product Trio? A cross-functional team: a Product Manager, Designer, and Engineer. They lead the product discovery process from start to finish. They ensure balanced perspectives and efficient decision-making. 🔹 Why They Matter Traditional waterfall processes often lead to repeated iterations and delays. By collaborating from the beginning, Product Trios make decisions that are viable, desirable, and feasible. They ensure we build the right product faster. 🔹 Key Benefits - Improved Collaboration: Teams work together from the outset, minimizing hand-offs and reducing misunderstandings. - Shared Responsibility: Everyone is accountable for the product's success, fostering a collaborative spirit. - Faster Decision-Making: Smaller teams can make quicker decisions, keeping projects on track. 🔹 How to Get Started Form your trio with the core roles: Product Manager, Designer, Engineer. Start small with collaborative activities like customer interviews and opportunity mapping. Build your trio’s skills and confidence in discovery practices. Ready to transform your product development process? 💡 Share your experiences or questions below! 👇(full article by Teresa Torres linked in the comment) #ProductManagement #ContinuousDiscovery #Collaboration #ProductTrios #Agile #ProductDevelopment

"Some organisations try to define clear boundaries between the roles in a product trio, that product managers own defining the problem and that designers and engineers own defining the solution. It quickly falls apart in practice. The best designers evolve the problem and the solution space together. As they explore potential solutions, they learn more about the problem and as they learn more about the problem, new solutions become possible." From my last amazing read: "Continues discovery habits" by Teresa Torres Here are some of the books that have helped me collaborate better within the trio, find better solutions to the right problems, and consequently, build better products. What are yours? #productdesign #productmanagement

For a Product Manager clear and timely communication is essential for a smooth workflow. Let’s talk about what happens when we delay important communication. Imagine you’ve been tasked with delivering a new feature. You’re uncertain about the solution and don’t want to disrupt your tech and design teams just yet. You wait until you’ve figured it out, then—surprise—announce that the team has only four weeks to deliver. Not ideal. Here’s why: 1️⃣ Shock & Panic: This creates unnecessary urgency, leaving your team scrambling to meet a tight deadline. 2️⃣ Resource Clashes: Your team may have already committed to other projects, causing conflicting priorities. 3️⃣ Solution Feasibility: Without early input, the solution you’ve worked on might be too complex or impractical from a design or technical perspective. 4️⃣ Underutilized Talent: Quoting Marty Cagan, “If you’re only using engineers to code, you’re missing half their value.” The same applies to designers. Early and consistent involvement of all stakeholders is key. Open communication through collaborative tools fosters efficiency, excitement, and a healthier work environment. Don’t be shy—speak up early! #ProductManagement #ProductDelivery #NewProductManager #Collaboration #Teamwork