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.

The Founder’s Paradox: How Do You Build a Company Without Venture Capital When People Want to Give You Lots of Money?
April 13, 2018
The Founder’s Paradox: How Do You Build a Company Without Venture Capital When People Want to Give You Lots of Money?

“Can we grab a cup of coffee?” For some reason, this has become the casual beverage of choice for venture capitalists and just about anyone else who wants to get together…

Why Strategic Thinking Is So Hard for Product Managers
April 5, 2018
Why Strategic Thinking Is So Hard for Product Managers

Creating a strategy is difficult but necessary for busy product managers. Follow these tips for strengthening your strategic thinking skills.

6 Steps to Achieve a Successful Enterprise Transformation
April 3, 2018
6 Steps to Achieve a Successful Enterprise Transformation

True enterprise transformation is a company-wide initiative that requires new ways of thinking and working. Find out six steps to take to achieve this.

The Founder’s Paradox: How to Always Work and Avoid Burnout
March 30, 2018
The Founder’s Paradox: How to Always Work and Avoid Burnout

Burned out on burnout. No, that is not a typo. You read it right. Although it can seem like the flames are inescapable. This person is smoldering, that person is about to…

What Is a Solutions Transformation?
March 20, 2018
What Is a Solutions Transformation?

Solutions transformation involves understanding what it takes to solve a customer’s problem and then seamlessly bringing together exactly what is needed.

The Founder’s Paradox: How To Deal With People Who Tell You It Cannot Be Done
March 14, 2018
The Founder’s Paradox: How To Deal With People Who Tell You It Cannot Be Done

The brother of a friend — I had spoken with him in the past and he was thoughtful. Plus, I knew he was an experienced product manager who had built a number of important…

Is Your Company Ready for a Data Transformation?
March 13, 2018
Is Your Company Ready for a Data Transformation?

“Today’s customers want more.” You have been reading this a lot lately — especially from me. Customers want a personalized experience and want it delivered fast. Many…

Going Agile Is Not a Transformation
February 27, 2018
Going Agile Is Not a Transformation

Enterprise transformation. I have been writing about it a lot over the last few weeks. And I have been talking with other technology leaders about it even more. It is…