

Product Management Is Broken - Here's How To Fix It
7 snips Jul 14, 2025
Discover the five fundamental shifts transforming product management by 2025. The discussion emphasizes accountability challenges and the increasing role of AI in decision-making. It highlights the importance of continuous adaptation and collaboration for product managers as they navigate this rapidly changing landscape. Prepare to rethink traditional practices and embrace new strategies for success!
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PMs Feel Rules Constantly Change
- Product managers often feel like the rules keep changing mid-flow, causing frustration and confusion.
- Lee Henson shares an email example reflecting this common PM experience to highlight the evolving role.
The PM Accountability Paradox
- Product managers are held accountable for business outcomes beyond their direct control, creating an accountability paradox.
- They must negotiate for resources and influence to impact revenue, retention, and market share effectively.
Prototype Revolution with AI
- AI-powered prototyping allows PMs to build and test functional solutions rapidly, transforming planning into active experimentation.
- This shift lets PMs validate ideas early without waiting on engineering or detailed specs.