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Hey Boss: Your “Open Door” Policy Is a Joke
February 15, 2018
Hey Boss: Your “Open Door” Policy Is a Joke

The big boss strolls into the big corner office. “Remember, my door is always open,” they call out to the team. If this sounds like the start of a bad joke, that is…

4 Ways Being Nice Is Hurting Your Career
February 12, 2018
4 Ways Being Nice Is Hurting Your Career

Are we morally obligated to always tell the truth? What about telling a small fib with good intentions? White lies are one of those things that give deep thinkers fits.…

The Problem With Being a Fix-It Product Manager
February 9, 2018
The Problem With Being a Fix-It Product Manager

It starts off with the best intentions. You are planning an upcoming release and notice that the support documentation needs to be updated. You could turn to a teammate…

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…

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.

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…

The New Product Manager’s Survival Guide
January 19, 2018
The New Product Manager’s Survival Guide

I was in the throes of first-week jitters. It was early in my career and I was starting out as a product manager. Did I even belong in the new job? I was confident I had…