All Things Product with Teresa and Petra Saying No
May 13, 2025
Explore the art of saying no as a product manager, highlighting its crucial role in prioritization and focus. Discover strategies to manage overcommitment while ensuring stakeholder expectations are met with transparency. Learn the difference between various types of 'no' and how to create systems for evaluating new ideas. Embrace small wins and the concept of a 'Friday afternoon list' to boost team morale while balancing strategic goals with moments of spontaneity that delight customers.
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Master Saying No
- Saying no is a essential skill for product managers to keep teams focused on impactful work.
- Acknowledge there is always more work than can be done, so saying no is part of the job.
Systematize Idea Evaluation
- Create a system to capture and evaluate ideas, treating all ideas equally initially.
- Prioritize ideas based on strategic impact and team capacity, escalating strategic ones to leadership.
Good Ideas Come From Anywhere
- A good idea can come from anywhere, including customers and stakeholders.
- Assess if an idea fits your team’s scope and timing before deciding to pursue it.