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The 4 Qualities of Engineers This CTO Loves to Hire
January 6, 2017
The 4 Qualities of Engineers This CTO Loves to Hire

When I first learned to program, I did not have a computer. I wrote everything out on paper and just imagined what would happen when it ran. (This was back in the days…

Just Launched! — Enhanced Security on Custom-Branded Ideas Portals
January 5, 2017
Just Launched! — Enhanced Security on Custom-Branded Ideas Portals

A few people brainstorming in a big room with walls covered in sticky notes. That is how I imagined ideation before I became a product manager. Of course, once I started…

What Kind of Product Manager Will You Be in 2017?
January 4, 2017
What Kind of Product Manager Will You Be in 2017?

“What kind of product manager will you be this year?” This was THE QUESTION that smacked me early on in my career. I had just come back from a holiday break and was…

18 Blog Posts You Loved in 2016
January 3, 2017
18 Blog Posts You Loved in 2016

I seek adventure in two places: business and wilderness. When the two intersect the result is something special. And as far as adventures go, 2016 certainly offered…

Is "Good Enough" Really Good Enough for You?
December 29, 2016
Is "Good Enough" Really Good Enough for You?

Think back to your high school years. Remember that one kid who just seemed to have “it”? The classmate who everyone was sure would be a great success. Mine was smart and…

Just Launched! — Turn Products, Releases, and Features Into Custom Fields
December 28, 2016
Just Launched! — Turn Products, Releases, and Features Into Custom Fields

Anyone else love getting gift cards? Instead of a repeat of last year’s ugly holiday sweater and an endless number of kitchen utensils, I received a couple of gift cards…

My Name Is Deirdre Clarke — This Is Why I Joined Aha!
December 27, 2016
My Name Is Deirdre Clarke — This Is Why I Joined Aha!

Deirdre is happy to work with other product experts who are kind, helpful, and fun. Find out more about Deirdre Clarke and why she joined Aha!

What Is Your Career Sentence?
December 27, 2016
What Is Your Career Sentence?

Everyone should have a career mantra that reflects your vision. Follow these 4 steps to create a personal career sentence that will always motivate you.

Just Launched! — Reuse Competitors and Personas Across Your Product Portfolio
December 21, 2016
Just Launched! — Reuse Competitors and Personas Across Your Product Portfolio

Wow, the holidays really snuck up on me. Thank goodness for online shopping and overnight shipping. After my rushed gift-buying experience, one of my resolutions for the…

There Is a Bear Hibernating in Your Office
December 20, 2016
There Is a Bear Hibernating in Your Office

Let me set the scene. It is sometime after noon. The hypnotic hum of fluorescent lights, the drone of hushed conversations, the rhythmic tapping of keys. The thermostat…