Why I am still burned out on burnout
Most new companies and new products fail. You have to believe deeply in your vision of the future — that what it is you are working towards is meaningful enough to…
Leadership
Set a clear strategy for company and product success so you stay grounded in what you want to achieve. Find practical advice on goal-setting, cross-functional planning, prioritization, and leadership.
How to set your 2024 product strategy
Ready to set strategy and plan your 2024 product roadmap? These are the areas of focus that will guide any product manager towards success. It starts with developing a…
I am happy to be a founder again
Aha! co-founder and CEO Brian de Haaff is deeply involved in operating the business. But recently, he felt a pull back towards the detailed work of product development…
Can you become a product manager again?
Want to return to product management after a hiatus? Apply your relevant experience and drive — always be open to learning new things.
Same expectations, half the team — now what?
Product development consumes significant resources and directly impacts business outcomes. But many software companies are experiencing layoffs. How do remaining…
Customer Value vs. Company Valuation
Customer value is usually defined as the perception of what a product or service is worth. Company valuation is the process of evaluating the economic worth of a…
How To Avoid Building Software That No One Uses
Software waste is any code, feature, or functionality that the customer does not need or derive value from. Product development teams can mitigate the damage by focusing…
8 signs you are creating software waste
What is software waste? Many say it is any code, feature, or functionality that the customer does not need or derive value from. But the real waste begins much earlier in…
