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The Do’s and Don’ts of Remote Team Communication
February 5, 2018
The Do’s and Don’ts of Remote Team Communication

I have a confession to make. I used to hate emojis. I would never use them. Why react to a message with a smiley face or a tiny gif of a party parrot when you could use…

My Name Is Steven Petryk — This Is Why I Joined Aha!
February 2, 2018
My Name Is Steven Petryk — This Is Why I Joined Aha!

It started with a trip to the bookstore. As a kid, I had always enjoyed tinkering with things. So when I spotted a book on web design, I was intrigued. I asked my mom if…

The Founder’s Paradox: So You Want a Team of Superstars?
February 1, 2018
The Founder’s Paradox: So You Want a Team of Superstars?

Pelé. Beyonce. Chavez. Oprah. Salk. Magic. There are some names that require no explanation. You know exactly who these superstars are. The level of talent and impact…

Just Launched! — New Aha! + Slack Integration for Product Management
January 31, 2018
Just Launched! — New Aha! + Slack Integration for Product Management

You are in a deep Slack conversation with the product team. Finalizing launch details. Making product trade-off decisions and agreeing on how an important new feature…

8 Blogs That Will Inspire You to Be a More Productive Product Manager
January 30, 2018
8 Blogs That Will Inspire You to Be a More Productive Product Manager

Ask a product manager how the year is going so far. I bet the answer will include the word “busy.” I do not have to tell you this, right? If you are anything like the…

19 Big Myths About Remote Work
January 29, 2018
19 Big Myths About Remote Work

I feel like Bill Murray in the movie Groundhog Day. You know that feeling when you keep having the same conversation again and again? You try to be patient. But you feel…

Why Good Product Managers Need to Be Great Project Managers
January 25, 2018
Why Good Product Managers Need to Be Great Project Managers

Should good product managers be great project managers? Learn the six ways product managers can develop their project management skills.

Just Launched! — Prioritize Daily Work With the Aha! Calendar Report
January 24, 2018
Just Launched! — Prioritize Daily Work With the Aha! Calendar Report

Dates keep us sane. From scheduling releases to prioritizing daily tasks, product managers take comfort in knowing precisely what needs to be done and when. But there are…

User stories vs. requirements: What is the difference?
January 23, 2018
User stories vs. requirements: What is the difference?

User stories focus on the user experience and benefits, and requirements detail what the product should do. Understanding the difference is key.

Hey Boss: I’m Drowning in Meetings
January 22, 2018
Hey Boss: I’m Drowning in Meetings

You versus your calendar. You are fighting for time to get your real work done. Nervously eyeing the clock. Each day is a relentless sprint from meeting to meeting. But…