12 Questions
What was the author's first product as a PM?
Gmail
What feedback did the author receive about their strategic skills?
"Lacks vision and isn't strategic"
What was a major hurdle the author faced in becoming more strategic?
Struggle with humility and growth mindset
What is the PM role described as in the text?
A combination of art and science
What does the author aim to provide in the text?
A basic framework for product strategy
What does the author emphasize as important in mastering PM skills?
Embracing a growth mindset
What is strategy according to the text?
An intentional plan with priorities that guides us to a goal
What was the success metric for the Gmail team mentioned in the text?
Active users on the platform
Why does the text mention that existing users' feedback generally leads to incremental growth?
Because existing users seek incremental improvements rather than revolutionary changes
What does the text suggest is a dangerous strategy when it comes to developing a roadmap?
Building a roadmap based solely on key stakeholders' requests
What is emphasized in the text as being essential for forming a good strategy?
Long-term perspective and a strong opinion about what the world should be
Why is it important to avoid being short-sighted when defining success?
To prevent missing major opportunities for innovation
Explore the foundational skills every Product Manager needs to master, including defining success, shipping high-quality features, and understanding strategic concepts. Learn about real-life experiences from a Product Manager working on products like Gmail and Facebook.
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