Category: Product Insights
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No Scissors Required: The Small Product Packaging Fix That Delights
I’m a huge fan of thoughtful product packaging. Done right, packaging can be the perfect cherry on top of a great consumer experience—one that not only protects the product but also adds a touch of delight when you interact with it. But there’s one small, persistent pain point that ruins the moment for me: needing…
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“When Going Back Feels Criminal”: The Power of Truly Great Products
On a recent trip to Omaha, I rented an ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) car—and immediately drove like a rookie. After years of driving a Tesla, I’ve become fully accustomed to one-pedal driving. It’s second nature. For the uninitiated: in a Tesla, lifting your foot off the accelerator automatically engages regenerative braking. The car slows down…
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Product Management’s Best Kept Secret You Didn’t Know (Hint: It will save you $$$)
Ever felt like your monthly subscriptions are slowly draining your wallet? You’re not alone—and here’s a little-known trick that could save you serious cash. Here’s the move: Try to cancel.That’s it. Sounds too simple, but it works more often than you’d think. Take my Barron’s subscription for example. I was shelling out $29.99 a month—until…
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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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Is YouTube Premium really Ad-free? The Problem and a Solution!
Lately, I’ve been annoyed by YouTube. Don’t get me wrong… I love YouTube as a platform. In fact, I spend most of my streaming time on YouTube. From news to upcoming movies, it’s YouTube all the way! And that’s why I’m a YouTube Premium subscriber. My expectation after paying $14/month for YouTube Premium? No Ads.…