Mastering Agility #106 Untrapping Product Teams with David Pereira
Summary
In this episode, David shares his experience of writing his book 'Untrapping Product Teams' and discusses the challenges and traps that product teams often face. He talks about the importance of resilience and a growth mindset for product managers. David emphasizes the need for a balance between discovery and delivery, stating that discovery is not an excuse to not deliver anything. He also highlights the value of evidence-based decision making and the importance of focusing on building the present and the future simultaneously. In this conversation, David shares his thoughts on writing more books and explores the challenges of being a product manager. He discusses the importance of creating a space where product teams can thrive and the need for unconventional product management. David also emphasizes the value of experimentation and creating an environment where product owners can experiment. He highlights the significance of building relationships with stakeholders and the importance of aligning with them rather than managing them. The key takeaway is that no matter where you are, you can drive change and take action for a better tomorrow.
Takeaways
Resilience and a growth mindset are crucial traits for product managers.
Discovery is not an excuse to not deliver anything; it should be balanced with delivery.
Product teams should focus on learning faster than it takes to deliver.
Building the present and the future simultaneously is essential for success.
Evidence-based decision making is key to effective product management. Writing more books and creating additional content based on the book
Creating a space where product teams can thrive
The importance of experimentation and creating an environment for product owners to experiment
Building relationships with stakeholders and aligning with them
Taking action and driving change for a better tomorrow
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