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You Should Stop Trying to "Work Smarter, Not Harder"
May 24, 2016
You Should Stop Trying to "Work Smarter, Not Harder"

"Work smarter, not harder" is popular but misguided advice. Read on to learn what this phrase suggests and why we think it should stop.

Don't Let Your Product Strategy Happen to You
May 19, 2016
Don't Let Your Product Strategy Happen to You

Product development is an emotional process. And, in my experience, it’s very easy to get lost in this process. In my work as an entrepreneur, angel investor, and…

Stop Going to See Your Customers
May 18, 2016
Stop Going to See Your Customers

Imagine this scene: You are packing your suitcase for yet another business trip. You are pumped about the prospect of meeting with a big customer. Then, you start to…

Just Launched! — Aha! + Jira Integration Templates
May 18, 2016
Just Launched! — Aha! + Jira Integration Templates

Many companies integrate Aha! and Atlassian JIRA to keep product management and engineering teams in sync. Aha! is used for product strategy, roadmapping, and planning.…

My Name Is Toray Altas — This Is Why I Joined Aha!
May 17, 2016
My Name Is Toray Altas — This Is Why I Joined Aha!

I have had the good fortune to see the world from many cultures. I grew up in a small country town in Australia called Wagga Wagga (meaning “a place of many crows” in the…

The 5 Strangest Interview Questions and How to Ace Them
May 12, 2016
The 5 Strangest Interview Questions and How to Ace Them

Job candidates need to be ready for just about anything in an interview these days. Sometimes it is just crazy what interviewers feel compelled to ask.

Just Launched! — Create the Perfect Visual Roadmap With Enhanced Timeline Controls
May 11, 2016
Just Launched! — Create the Perfect Visual Roadmap With Enhanced Timeline Controls

It is important for you to set a high-level strategy and keep your team informed on where the product is headed. But you also need to be able to easily communicate which…

The Genius of Working in Solitude
May 9, 2016
The Genius of Working in Solitude

Employees that work remotely are 20 percent more productive. Learn more about how working on a remote team can empower you to be your best.

Job Seekers: Stop Insulting the Hiring Manager
May 5, 2016
Job Seekers: Stop Insulting the Hiring Manager

It never hurts to let a little personality shine through in your job search. For example, a short but friendly introductory email can make all the difference between…

Just Launched! — Increase the Visibility of Great Product Feedback
May 4, 2016
Just Launched! — Increase the Visibility of Great Product Feedback

Your customers have meaningful feedback that they want to share. And to in order to deliver a great product, it’s important to listen to what they have to say. Customer…