Category: Management Style
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The Most Underrated Skill in Product Leaders
When it comes to evaluating product managers, most companies tend to reach for the same familiar playbook. Product design challenges: “Design an alarm clock for the blind.”Metrics questions: “How would you measure the success of Cash on Delivery for Amazon?” or “Doordash orders are down 20%, what’s your triage plan?”Behavioral questions: “Tell me about a…
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Staying Grounded as a Product Manager: Avoiding the Moron or Maniac Trap
I recently heard an analogy on a podcast that really struck a chord with me: “Most people think those driving slower than them are morons, and anyone driving faster than them is a maniac.” This simple observation holds a powerful lesson for Product Managers and Investors alike. We’re constantly navigating a landscape filled with differing…
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Navigating the Chaos: Three Essential Lessons for New Managers
I recently spoke to a newly minted manager who reached out for advice on how to be an effective leader. The conversation reminded me of when I first became an Engineering Manager of a small team. My then-manager shared three crucial lessons with me that I still find to be the best compass in the…