Product Leaders
Synergy in Design & Product Management with Jane Austin
Feb 13, 2024
Former Chief Product Officer and Founder/CPO, Jane Austin, explores the bond between design and product, her transition from design to product management, building successful product teams through collaboration, and navigating the interconnected worlds of product design and management.
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Quick takeaways
- Cross-functional collaboration is crucial in product teams for success and decision-making.
- Designers can transition into product management by developing a broader skill set and seeking mentoring opportunities.
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Traits of a highly successful product team
One of the key things for a successful product team is how it is structured and who makes decisions. Collaboration between a designer, product person, and tech lead is crucial. It creates cross-functional teams with different perspectives, considering the customer, business, and tech feasibility. The team should have a shared vision and understanding of their goals. Clear roles and responsibilities are important to avoid problems. Leadership plays a key role in creating the right conditions and environment for effective product work.
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