Path to product management

3 Lessons from Navigating My First Year as a Lead Product Manager in a New Company

While I have intentionally selected a level that offers the right balance between strategic oversight and hands-on involvement, my perspective is influenced by several years of remote experience in a more senior role. Experiences can vary significantly in this field, so keep that in mind as you dive in. About Assumptions Do not assume. Do not assume that systems or people will work in expected ways, or that tools will be used in the same way. The cosmos of each company is different, people are different, and cultures are different. I am referring to a Product Manager, perhaps a Lead…

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The story of a “bug” that was not a feature!

Working for the same company over many years has its good and bad side. On the positive side, you get to see how a small group of people grows and transforms into an amazing business endeavour. How talented individuals through collaboration and genuine caring, enable customers succeed online. Moreover, you involve with multiple roles and functions, and also you gain the confidence to unblock others with your decision making. On the other side, you get to receive many “sfaliares” (literally smacks in the face in Greek) and lose your sanity over all those non-existent processes that you so desperately need…

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