Topics Covered:

The problem with traditional prioritization models like ICE and RICE
Why “avoid prioritization at all costs” is more than just a catchy phrase
Comparing and contrasting vs. spreadsheet-driven guesswork
Tactical ways to clean up your backlog:
Auto-closing old tickets
Archiving items no one understands
Using themes, initiatives, and user group tagging
The "Inbox Zero" approach to product management
How to use strategic filters (outcomes + customer needs) instead of prioritizing everything
The importance of early wins when inheriting a new product or team
Time-boxed onboarding for product folks who are new to a team
Real-world stories & examples:
Petra shares how automatic ticket pruning saved hundreds of items
Teresa’s database “one-day project” that took a full week (and what it reveals about hidden work)
How to carve out time for discovery—even in a feature factory

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