PM vs PMM Strategies for Cohesive Vision Across Product Teams
May 8, 2024
Discover how to blend individual creativity with team goals while navigating the complexities of aligning marketing and product management. Explore the challenges posed by tech monopolies and the impact of Apple's in-app purchase policies on app developers. Hear engaging anecdotes about winter frustrations, along with insights into balancing innovation within constraints. Enjoy a light-hearted discussion on binge-watching popular shows, tying back to key principles of product management. This mix of professional and personal storytelling offers invaluable perspectives!
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Creativity Differs by Company Size
- Individual creativity tends to be limited in bigger teams due to established successful patterns and leadership-driven change.
- Smaller companies allow more creative control and risk-taking, often resulting in unique ideas.
Use Constraints to Empower Creativity
- Set clear constraints to empower individual creativity within teams.
- Clear problem definitions help team members focus their creative efforts effectively.
Risk Aversion Grows With Responsibility
- Managers become more risk-averse as team size grows because they bear responsibility for failures.
- Risk aversion in leadership contributes to less creative experimentation on larger teams.
