Key Takeaways:
Frameworks are helpful, but they’re not the answer to everything.
- Frameworks provide structure and guidance, especially for beginners.
- The mistake is treating them as rigid recipes rather than flexible tools.
- The real value lies in sparking conversations, not just filling out the canvas.
Adapt frameworks to fit your team’s context.
- There’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Every team and organization is unique.
- Learn the framework first, then adapt it to your needs.
- Don’t be afraid to freestyle and connect the dots in a way that makes sense for your team.
Break free when a framework no longer serves you.
- Frameworks are scaffolding for learning—they’re meant to be outgrown.
- If a framework is slowing you down or feels like a checkbox exercise, it’s time to break free.
- The goal is to build the skills the framework teaches, not to follow it forever.
Frameworks are conversation starters.
- The value of a framework is in the conversations it initiates.
- It’s not about filling in every blank but about aligning your team and having the right discussions.
- If conversations aren’t happening, the framework isn’t serving its purpose.
Start with the framework, then make it your own.
- It’s okay to start with a structured approach, especially when learning.
- As you gain experience, feel free to adapt, remix, or create your own frameworks.
- Experimentation and iteration are key to making frameworks work for you.
Resources & Links:
- Follow Teresa Torres: https://ProductTalk.org
- Follow Petra Wille: https://Petra-Wille.com
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