Theoretical vs. Practical Product Management

Leah and Marilyn discuss their journey as product managers, the challenges they faced, and the practical aspects of product management. They emphasize the importance of critical thinking, problem-solving, and the need for practicality in applying product management frameworks. They also share a stakeholder interview tool to help product managers think critically about the work they are being asked to do.

Takeaways:

• The importance of critical thinking and problem-solving in product management
• The need for practicality in applying product management frameworks
• The value of exploring other approaches and being open to different solutions
• The role of a product manager as a servant leader, focused on disambiguation and understanding
• The stakeholder interview tool as a resource for thinking critica ...