Mitheysh Asokan

During LeadDev NYC, I met an engineering leader who just left a job with great compensation and perks. Why leave, especially in this economy? Sometimes, they said, “you just lose faith.” They had great things to say about their former employer: the company will pay for any book you want, they offer $3K/year for professional development, and curiosity is one of the values on their careers page. But after the company’s IPO, they lost trust. They still trust their manager, but the higher-ups? Not so much. Even while offering competitive benefits and espousing positive values, leaders can still unknowingly erode trust, especially at pivotal moments like an IPO. With everyone on edge, even a change to snacks or an extra in-office day can become a symbol of broken trust. For employees, this loss of trust can be deeply unsettling, especially after investing time and emotional energy into a company they believed in. People aren’t just motivated by perks or professional development—they want to feel heard and valued as part of a shared mission. When that feeling fades, even the most attractive benefits can lose their luster. At Hear Me Out, we’ve found that the key to maintaining trust lies in open, honest communication. The results can be transformative: an engaged team, solid retention, and a stronger, more resilient culture. With jobs still scarce, it's tempting to think that great compensation and growth opportunities are all you need to retain great talent. But when an employee loses trust, nothing else will fill the void. Before you overhaul benefits, start a mentoring program, or rewrite your values, take a moment to listen. Your people can tell you what they need to believe.

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🚀 Understanding Hick’s Law in Product Management 🚀 Have you ever felt stuck choosing between too many options? That’s Hick’s Law at play! Learn how simplifying choices can dramatically improve user experience in my latest Medium article. In this article, I dive into: How to make sign-up processes smoother 📝 Streamlining UIs for better usability 💻 Prioritizing what really matters to users ⭐ Strategies to prevent information overload ⚖️ Let’s keep it simple and effective! Discover the power of Hick’s Law and how it can transform your product management approach. #ProductManagement #UXDesign #HicksLaw #UserExperience #Simplicity #DesignPrinciples

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To all Aspiring PMs: YOU ARE NOT ALONE! 🫵 Lately, I've been getting reached out to by many aspiring Product Managers, all grappling with a shared challenge - getting noticed in the competitive job market. It's a tough time, especially given the current state of the tech industry. But don't lose hope! Even in today's landscape, there are strategies to make your candidacy shine, even for those few entry-level PM positions available. So, how to get your candidacy noticed ? Read my article bellow ⬇️ #BreakIntoProduct #JobSearch #FAANG

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