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One Knight in Product

John Cutler's Hot Take - The Instagram-ification of Product Management is Driving us Crazy (with John Cutler, Product Educator & Author @ The Beautiful Mess)

May 19, 2024
John Cutler, product educator and author, discusses the unrealistic standards set by the 'Instagram-ification' of product management, causing stress and questioning authenticity. He explores strategies for seeking diverse voices, managing overwhelming content consumption, and navigating challenges in professional development, emphasizing the importance of self-assessment and fulfillment in one's career.
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  • The Instagram-ification of product management sets unrealistic standards, leading to increased stress.
  • Product managers struggle to apply knowledge practically, hindering career advancement opportunities.

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The Impact of Insta-grammification on Product Management

The speaker highlights how the insta-grammification of product management creates unrealistic expectations and stress for individuals in the field. They discuss how social media showcases only the positive aspects, contrasting the harsh reality experienced by many professionals. This discrepancy between perception and reality contributes to elevated stress levels and a sense of inadequacy among product managers.

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