Product Ops Chronicles Product ops: Slowing down and doing one thing well
Jan 7, 2025
Miriam Karlin, a seasoned product professional with over seven years of experience, joins the conversation to discuss the paradox of speed versus focus in product operations. She argues that teams benefit more from a deliberate pace, enhancing quality over quantity. They highlight the importance of building sustainable habits, managing change effectively, and the need for a structured approach in product management. The discussion also tackles optimizing processes by phasing out outdated tasks to maintain clarity and priorities, urging a shift from reactive to intentional decision-making.
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Value of Slowing Down
- Moving fast isn't always better; slowing down helps to properly build and QA products without breaking things.
- Product operations should focus on embedding new processes gradually to build habit and reduce overwhelm.
Focus Over Speed Advice
- Avoid juggling too many small tasks; instead, pick one major focus and do it really well.
- Prioritize focus over speed to prevent cognitive overload and ineffective improvements.
Product Ops & Waterfall Fit
- Product ops processes often align more closely with waterfall or wagile methodologies than pure agile.
- This approach offers stability and consistency while still allowing flexibility to adapt when necessary.