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 Well Do You Really Know Your Customers?
September 22, 2020
How Well Do You Really Know Your Customers?

Have you ever worked with a "Believable Brad?" This type of product manager sounds convincing — they know all the right things to say about customers and share impressive…

Sales Teams vs. Customer Success Teams
September 8, 2020
Sales Teams vs. Customer Success Teams

"What do you mean no salespeople?" When people find out that Aha! does not have a sales team, they are sometimes shocked — but always curious. The questions continue.…

15 Elements of a Brilliant Business Strategy
September 1, 2020
15 Elements of a Brilliant Business Strategy

“The essence of strategy is choosing what not to do.” This is a quote from business strategist Michael Porter. His name might be familiar to you — he created Porter's…

The Founder's Paradox: Loving What Is Broken
August 27, 2020
The Founder's Paradox: Loving What Is Broken

I seek the "new-new." Developing new ideas, digging into new projects, solving new problems — these are the things that fuel me. It is easy to stay energized because…

The Product Manager's Dilemma: Operate vs. Innovate
July 28, 2020
The Product Manager's Dilemma: Operate vs. Innovate

How do you keep the business running well and invest in the future? This is a struggle almost all product managers face. You know that lasting growth means finding ways…

This Is How 4 IT Groups Adopted a Product Mindset
June 9, 2020
This Is How 4 IT Groups Adopted a Product Mindset

Companies are making the shift from project to product-driven. Learn about these 4 real-life examples of product-driven transformations.

The Founder’s Paradox: The Shame of Failing at Mindfulness
May 28, 2020
The Founder’s Paradox: The Shame of Failing at Mindfulness

The thrill of achievement is irresistible. It is gratifying to set a goal, work hard to accomplish it, and then start to look forward to what is next. Thinking beyond…

Hey Product Manager: Do You Know Why You Are Building That Feature?
May 18, 2020
Hey Product Manager: Do You Know Why You Are Building That Feature?

People love sharing their opinions. Customers and teammates are usually willing to tell you what they think you should do with your product if you ask. This is a good…