Recognizing this isolated nature of Product Management and seeking avenues for connection and support is critical to your growth and survival as a PM — This post was originally published in my Substack Newsletter, Roadmap Weekly. In my past roles in engineering and design, I have experienced the camaraderie and collaboration that comes with being part of a team. These roles offered plenty of opportunities to connect with peers, share in the day-to-day challenges, and…

Outcomes-based roadmaps focus on long-term strategic goals while accommodating new learning. They emphasize solving problems or achieving goals for users, with flexibility built-in. — Conventional roadmaps In the world of Product Management, roadmaps are indispensable tools. They guide teams, align stakeholders, and provide a sense of direction. If you’ve spent any time in Product Management, you’ve undoubtedly heard varying and conflicting advice on roadmaps. Chances are you’re most accustomed to traditional roadmaps. But what is a…

By including milestones, you create a sense of transparency and accountability, ensuring everyone involved is aligned and informed about the product’s journey. This post was originally published on Roadmap Weekly. What are milestones? Imagine playing a video game like Zelda, where you must complete different challenges or levels, each with its own boss…

A roadmap is an artifact of your product strategy, not a day-to-day plan. This post was originally published in my Substack Newsletter, Roadmap Weekly. How you prioritize your next few quarters will significantly impact the success of your product. Roadmapping is something I spent a lot of time on early…

A roadmap can serve as a primary communication tool to all stakeholders about what’s been done, what was planned, what is in jeopardy, and what is on the immediate horizon. This post was originally published on Roadmap Weekly. What is a roadmap? A roadmap is a living document; it’s something that should continue to…

Streamlining Your Release Process: The BounceBack Approach for Improved QA and Release Management This post was originally published on Roadmap Weekly. When working at a previous startup, there became a point during our rapid iterations that stories were being marked as ready for QA, without fully meeting acceptance criteria (AC)…

A case for lifelong learning and the compounding benefits of micro-learning This post was originally published on Roadmap Weekly. Over my 20+ years of working, spanning multiple careers, businesses, and roles; one thing has remained consistent for me, and that is an insatiable desire to continue learning new things. As…

I tracked my time every day for a year. What I learned wasn’t surprising, but the habits I built will last forever, and there were some valuable insights along the way that are worth sharing. This post was originally published on Roadmap Weekly. TL;DR Simply tracking your time isn’t going to…

Drawing from a couple of years of experience as a Ski Patroller a lifetime ago, I couldn’t help but notice some parallels between product management and being a first responder. …