Product Wisdom

The human face of digital product management

When workshops can be an effective tool

Workshops

I promised to give my tips on how to bring out the best in teams with diverse styles. That is probably a book, not just a blog post. But I’ll start with effective workshops. I’ve been in many poorly-run ones that leave all feeling like it was a waste of time. But I’ve learned from a few people, in particular Miles Hanson, at the Collaboration Company, how to run workshops that make.. Read More

Dictator vs Diplomat: Leadership Styles

Dictators are rulers who always look good until the last 10 minutes

“Steve Jobs was a dictator and look what he created,” so goes the argument in favour of Product Manager as dictator. But that argument disregards a few facts: Steve Jobs ran the company, he wasn’t the product guy. He was the founder, owner and chief executive. He had the power and authority to make bold moves without too much questioning from his staff. Jobs was the exception to the rule… Read More