Product Management University

JUNE 12, 2024

Customer Advisory Boards (CABs) are still the best bang for the buck when it comes to “customer discovery,” not to be confused with user or product discovery! More on that later. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of facilitating numerous customer advisory boards for my clients. There are two common denominators in every meeting. The discussions between your customers are invaluable because of the rich context you’d never get in one-on-one discovery meetings with those same customers.

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The Product Coalition

JUNE 8, 2024

Let’s discover integrating antifragility into product development through the “Silicon Valley” TV show lens for practical insights.

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Userpilot

JUNE 11, 2024

Looking for interaction design examples to spark your creativity? In this article, we’ll explore ten exceptional examples spanning various industries and platforms. Each example will showcase the smart ways interaction designers are pushing the boundaries of user interaction and the lessons that can help you deliver engaging user experiences. TL;DR Interaction design is the practice of crafting engaging and intuitive interfaces for digital products and services.

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Mind the Product

JUNE 13, 2024

In this article, Hermann Antonov, Head of Product at CSI, shares his approach to creating an effective test case for hiring Junior Product Managers, offering insights on the desired candidate qualities, search outcomes, and feedback from candidates. Read more » The post Personal experience: test task to search for a junior product manager vacancy appeared first on Mind the Product.

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In 2024, B2B customers expect better quality and service with streamlined experiences that match consumer-grade simplicity—no long calls or meetings required. Our B2B eCommerce Trends Report, surveying 400+ B2B professionals in the US and Europe, reveals how eCommerce has become vital to top companies’ strategies. The report shows how leaders are leveraging eCommerce to break data silos, unify channels, and deliver the personalized experiences that customers demand.

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Gocious Blog

JUNE 11, 2024

Powerful software tools such as product roadmap management software are essential for successful product manufacturing. How else can you manage communication and resources, connect remote teams, and complete projects on time without them? While some business tools appear to be a catch-all solution for everything in your business, selecting the right tools for your needs is important.

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Amplitude

JUNE 9, 2024

Discover why a product development process that prioritizes user experience saves resources, reduces risks, and helps your startup build the right product.

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UX Planet

JUNE 10, 2024

Stop blaming yourself when things go wrong Continue reading on UX Planet »

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Roman Pichler

JUNE 10, 2024

Listen to the audio version of this article: [link] Traditional vs Outcome-based Roadmaps Before I share the four steps, let me briefly describe the main differences between a traditional, feature- and an outcome-based product roadmap. A traditional roadmap is essentially a list of features, which are mapped onto a timeline. Such a plan might work if there is little uncertainty, change, and innovation present, and you can correctly predict what the product should look like and do.

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Product Talk

JUNE 12, 2024

Identifying and testing assumptions is a critical part of continuous discovery. But what happens when your assumption tests don’t go as planned? Whether you encounter technical difficulties, have a hard time finding customers to connect with, or run up against any other number of problems, it can be tempting to give up. Whether you encounter technical difficulties, have a hard time finding customers to connect with, or run up against any other problems, it can be tempting to give up when assumpt

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Speaker: David Warren and Kevin O’Neill Stoll

Transitioning to a usage-based business model offers powerful growth opportunities but comes with unique challenges. How do you validate strategies, reduce risks, and ensure alignment with customer value? Join us for a deep dive into designing effective pilots that test the waters and drive success in usage-based revenue. Discover how to develop a pilot that captures real customer feedback, aligns internal teams with usage metrics, and rethinks sales incentives to prioritize lasting customer eng

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Mind the Product

JUNE 11, 2024

This article delves into the fundamental principles required to establish a culture of excellence within a product team. Read more » The post Cracking the code to excellent product team management appeared first on Mind the Product.

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The Product Coalition

JUNE 8, 2024

Code analysis is a crucial part of requirements elicitation, especially for projects involving the redesign of a digital product.

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Amplitude

JUNE 12, 2024

Join Francois Ajenstat, host of the Next Gen Builders podcast, as he dives into the unconventional journey of Drew Glover from Fiat Ventures. Tune in to the episode.

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Gocious Blog

JUNE 13, 2024

In modern manufacturing, swiftly adapting to market demands, technological advancements, and regulatory changes is vital to success. Creating and following Agile methodologies and strategies helps manufacturers enhance flexibility and responsiveness in their products. However, implementing Agile at scale often presents unique challenges, particularly when navigating complex product roadmaps.

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Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Mind the Product

JUNE 11, 2024

Can organisational change truly rely on quick fixes, or are we missing the bigger picture? Join our engaging discussion with Steve Hearsum, Author of “No Silver Bullet: Bursting the Bubble of the Organizational Quick Fix.” Steve shares his journey into the field and reveals the flawed belief in miracle solutions for complex challenges. We tackle Read more » The post The illusion of quick fixes in organisational change – Steve Hearsum (Consultant, Author) appeared first on

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The Product Coalition

JUNE 8, 2024

At the Multipurpose Sports Complex there were job seekers, students, and professionals gathered for the 5th Annual Hire BVI Career Expo.

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UX Planet

JUNE 14, 2024

Are Variables Worth the Hustle? Exploring the Impact of using Figma’s Variables and Conditionals in Prototypes If you are a designer using Figma then you are probably familiar with building prototypes to help take your static designs into realistic versions of your product. Prior to the launch of variables and conditionals, Figma’s prototyping tools allowed for basic clickthroughs, micro-interaction animations and screen transitions.

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ProductPlan

JUNE 11, 2024

If you’re like me, you’re a product champion who loves to chat about integrations and gets excited at the prospect of teaching your cohort about different integration strategies or thinking through how to automate an annoying task. You can only imagine what an exciting moment it was when ProductPlan, with your valuable input, released our new API v2.

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Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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Mind the Product

JUNE 9, 2024

This week’s Sunday Rewind is a 2018 ProductTank London talk from Jo Wickremasinghe, then Director of Product at News UK, which looks at the challenges she faced in building a product function at the organisation. Read more » The post SUNDAY REWIND: Product leadership at News UK by Jo Wickremasinghe appeared first on Mind the Product.

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The Product Manager

JUNE 11, 2024

Art, meet science. This step-by-step guide explains exactly how to combine the power of data with creative design to capture your users' hearts. The post Data-Driven Design: How to Create a Bespoke UX appeared first on The Product Manager.

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AB Tasty

JUNE 10, 2024

How do you grab a customer’s attention when our world has us on digital information overload? Capturing attention and standing out in a market saturated with so many options is a challenge now more than ever. To overcome the digital noise, many businesses are aiming to enhance the customer experience with two approaches: customization vs personalization.

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Lenny Rachitsky

JUNE 11, 2024

👋 Hey, Lenny here! Welcome to this month’s ✨ free edition ✨ of Lenny’s Newsletter. Each week I tackle reader questions about building product, driving growth, and accelerating your career. If you’re not a subscriber, here’s what you missed this month: On saying no The art of the pivot, part 1: The definitive list of successful pivots The art of the pivot, part 2: How, why, and when to pivot In defense of feature team PMs Subscribe to get access to th

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Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!

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Sachin Rekhi

JUNE 12, 2024

Video: The Role of the Product Manager Despite the product management role existing now for decades, there isn't a single well accepted definition for how to define the role of the product manager. In this video I review the most popular definitions of the role from product luminaries like Martin Eriksson, Ben Horowitz, and Marty Cagan. I also share my own definition for the role: Product managers drive the vision, strategy, design, and execution of the product.

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The Product Guy

JUNE 10, 2024

In our recent TPG Live session, we were thrilled to engage with a dynamic community of product enthusiasts from around the world. This time, we delved into some of the most pivotal aspects of product management with our esteemed guests, Subash Raj, Founding Product Manager at Thinkverse, and Fahad Hafeez, Principal Product Manager at N-able. The conversation was rich and varied, covering essential topics like our favorite KPIs, the critical role of empathy in product management, and effective st

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Userpilot

JUNE 11, 2024

Looking at user journey map examples can help you come up with a visual representation of your customer’s journey. Customer journey mapping research also allows you to identify areas of opportunity in your processes and plan to reduce those friction points. For instance, you might discover that you need user onboarding software to retain users after the first three months.

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Amplitude

JUNE 11, 2024

Discover how Amplitude's new integrations make it easier for customers to unify customer data, activate experiences across more channels, and maximize ROI.

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Speaker: Paul Heller

Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro

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UX Planet

JUNE 14, 2024

Using AI to Gather, Analyze, and Act on User Feedback More Effectively to Improve UX For those who are unaware of UX design, a fast-paced yet steadily growing industry, let it be stated that feedback is a true commodity of the trade. Imagining freedom to gain insights about your users , how they interact with your product, and telling you when it’s working or when it needs adjustment.

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Lenny Rachitsky

JUNE 9, 2024

Brought to you by: • Vanta —Automate compliance. Simplify security • Mercury —The powerful and intuitive way for ambitious companies to bank • LinkedIn Ads —Reach professionals and drive results for your business — Uri Levine is the co-founder of Waze, the world’s largest community-based traffic and navigation app, acquired by Google for over $1 billion.

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Userpilot

JUNE 10, 2024

Researching customer onboarding strategies for your SaaS product? Excellent! The article shares 17 tried-and-tested customer onboarding tactics that will help you build delightful user experiences and drive product growth. Ready to dive in? TL;DR Customer onboarding is the process of training new users on how to use your product’s features and capabilities actively.

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