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I've completed the course "The Business of Product Management 1." This is the first course out of four within the specialization "Real-World Product Management," developed by Nancy Wang. Nancy has led product development at Google, Rubrik, and Amazon, while also founding and serving as the CEO of Advancing Women in Tech (AWIT). I could not miss the opportunity to learn from someone with such a background. The first course covered topics such as: - Why PMs are mini CEOs - Customer/Buyer Personas, Customer Journey Maps, and MVP - Making B2B sales - Product Requirement Documents, Press Releases - Market Sizing, Competitive Analysis My main takeaway is that along with my colleagues, we did a lot of product management at Mediacom/GroupM when creating media strategies for brands. Thus, I finally understand how to better merge this knowledge into my PM path. During the course, I used Digital Tracking as my product for practical assignments, and it was a great platform to apply all the approaches together. This gave me a new perspective on how the product can be managed. Sometimes you just need confirmation from an authoritative person to start using your existing knowledge fully :) Well, I am starting the second course today. Product Vision, Roadmaps, as well as KPI vs OKRs, and more are waiting for me. Have a nice week, everybody! https://lnkd.in/dwqYjTbp

🌟 The Product Mindset Journal, a Weekly Post Series. 🌟 This week's focus: Metrics A metric serves as a quantifiable measure enabling businesses to define and monitor the success of a product or business activity. It constitutes a vital element of a PM's toolkit. Metrics should be both quantifiable and objective, ensuring the team remains focused on them during discussions about enhancements or when evaluating the efficiency of any product. Key Objectives: Metrics serve as valuable tools for product and business managers in assessing the success of their products.  Various stakeholders leverage metrics initially to establish goals and subsequently to gauge their achievement.  Additionally, metrics facilitate the measurement of action performance, empowering informed decision-making. North Star Metrics The North Star Metric stands as the paramount metric for a product, often representing the culmination of various input metrics.  While it may spotlight a singular aspect of your business, it does not encompass the trade-offs between different metrics. Product managers should bear in mind that solely concentrating on the North Star Metric may limit consideration of trade-offs among diverse metrics. The attributes of an effective metric include: Alignment with your company’s growth objectives. Objectivity and measurability. Ease of comprehension. Actionability. Product managers, I'm eager to hear your thoughts! Please share your perspectives on this week's topic in the comments below. Your insights are highly valued! #ProductSchool #TheProductFolks #WomenInProduct The Product Folks Product School Women In Product

A month ago, I signed up for yet another product management course. (My friends say I’m always taking a course 😆) I’ve been in the product management space for about 4 years now and I’ve done a fair share of online courses to gain new knowledge and upskill. A few months ago, I came across Tobi Otokiti post talking about ProductDive and she seemed so passionate and knowledgeable. I was very curious because I am always on the lookout for women in product management who are making strides. I did a bit more research on the course they offer, read some testimonials and decided to give it a shot. Now, let me tell you, this has been one of the best investments I have made this year. I’ve completed completed four sessions and it has exceeded my expectations. The wealth of knowledge of the instructors, the structure of the session, the participation and the hands-on learning exercises has been fantastic. For the next few weeks, I will be sharing highlights on new things I’ve learnt, my key takeaways and I might give a little insight into my personal capstone project. So, if you like all things product management, product design and product thinking, click the follow button. #productmanagement #productthinking #productdesign

Here’s a LinkedIn post idea to share your achievement: --- 🎉 Excited to announce that I've successfully completed the Product Management course on Great Learning! 🚀 This journey has enhanced my understanding of key product management principles such as market research, product development, and go-to-market strategies. I’ve gained practical insights into how to drive product innovation and deliver value to users. #ProductManagement #LearningJourney #GreatLearning #ProfessionalGrowth #Innovation

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 I am thrilled to share that I have embarked on a new learning journey with the 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 from 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧. This program is designed to empower leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to drive digital transformation in today's dynamic business environment. In addition, I am proud to announce that I have successfully completed the 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭! This intensive program has provided me with invaluable insights and key competencies in several critical areas: 🚀 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠: Aligning product strategy with business goals. 🚀𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Developing forward-thinking products. 🚀𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚-𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Utilizing analytics for product for product management. 🚀𝐀𝐠𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐝𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬: Enhancing team efficiency & flexibility. 🚀𝐔𝐬𝐞𝐫-𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧: Focusing on exceptional user experiences. 🚀𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: Building and guiding high-performing teams. The 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 has been particularly transformative, focusing on: 🚀𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Leading comprehensive digital change within organizations. 🚀𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬: Leveraging data for strategic insights and decisions. 🚀𝐀𝐈: Automating and optimizing processes using artificial intelligence. 🚀𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: Utilizing scalable cloud technologies for efficient business solutions. 🚀𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲: Protecting digital assets with robust security measures. A big thank you to the amazing instructors and peers who made this journey enriching and enjoyable. Looking forward to connecting with fellow professionals and exploring new opportunities in digital leadership and product management! #DigitalLeadership #BusinessTransformation #ProductManagement #Innovation #Agile #DataDriven #Leadership #ProfessionalGrowth #ContinuousLearning #CareerDevelopment

Thanks to Ross Geller, terms like "pivot" have become etched in our memory, symbolizing strategic changes in direction. But these concepts aren't confined to business; we pivot in our daily lives more frequently than we realize, constantly adapting to thrive. Delving into product management unveils a treasure trove of new terminology, enhancing our ability to communicate and collaborate effectively, whether we're seasoned professionals or intrigued by the intersection of strategy and daily life. 🌟 #ProductManagement #Strategy #EverydayLife #Innovation #Learning #Adaptation

Achievement Unlocked! 🎉 Unlocking the Path to Product Excellence: My University of Maryland Certification Journey 🎉 I'm thrilled to share that I've obtained the prestigious "Product Ideation, Design, and Management Specialization" certification from the University of Maryland. This comprehensive program has equipped me with the skills to excel as a #ProductLeader. The curriculum covered the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and design to financial management and go-to-market strategies. Through hands-on learning and industry insights, I developed a deep understanding of the real-world challenges faced by product teams. This certification has given me a competitive edge, opening doors to new career opportunities. It also enabled me to build a valuable network of fellow #ProductManagement enthusiasts. This transformative journey has truly empowered me to drive #ProductInnovation, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and contribute to the success of any product-centric organization. If you're interested in leveling up your #ProductCareer, I highly recommend exploring this exceptional program. Are you obsessed with products and users? Lets connect!. 💼✨

In a recent product management class, my sister questioned why I was learning something I already knew. The truth is, I've delved into numerous product management classes, taken various courses, and participated in numerous webinars. However, amid this wealth of knowledge, I've overlooked one crucial aspect—documenting my journey. The commencement of the Women Techsters 3.2 cohort for product management signifies a turning point. Today's session provided profound insights into the essence of product management, defining the role of a product manager, and outlining the necessary skills. I'm enthusiastic about being part of this cohort and eager to share my evolving journey with you. By the way, my response to my sister's question was simple but profound: "You never stop learning" #tech4dev #Womentechsters #WomentechstersBootcamp #WTBootcampCohort2024

🌟 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞! 🌟 I am thrilled to announce that I have completed a 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 from the prestigious INSEAD Business School, in collaboration with Hero Vired. This journey has been nothing short of transformative, diving deep into the realms of #ProductManagement, #UserExperience, and #MarketDiscovery. 🚀 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝: ➡ Mastering the art of 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲 ➡ Innovating with 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 ➡ Understanding Core 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬 ➡ Crafting compelling 𝐆𝐨-𝐓𝐨-𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 ➡ Leveraging 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 for informed decision-making ➡ Navigating 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 ➡ Utilizing tools like #SQL, #JIRA, Figma, Google Analytics 🔥 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭: The pinnacle of this program was developing "𝐒𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐢," aimed at revolutionizing Elderly Care Services on-demand. Collaborating with four dynamic groups, we experienced the full product cycle, from inception to launch, enhancing our practical insights into #ProductLifecycle and #Teamwork. 💡 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬:   🙏 To the incredible faculty at INSEAD and Hero Vired, whose guidance was pivotal. Noah Askin Manuel Sosa Amitava Chattopadhyay Aasheesh Watts Premanku Chakraborty Vanipriya Jayaraman Your expertise has not only enlightened me but also inspired a deeper passion for product management. 🙏 To my cohort members Shreya Bahirat Jayjit Trivedi Prathamesh Joshi NISHANTH PANDIAN Salil Sapre Vatsala Gupta Anjani Vyas, your support and collaboration have made this journey unforgettable. Here's to our shared experiences and future successes! As I step into the next chapter, armed with invaluable skills and insights, I am eager to contribute to and transform the product management landscape. #INSEAD #HeroVired #ProductDesign #ProductDevelopment #Innovation #Leadership

Develop a product strategy roadmap that seamlessly aligns with your organizational objectives and drives impactful outcomes. Please check the program homepage for details about any available early registration benefit. Learn more about the program here: https://emrt.us/kcpo/LiSP hashtag #KelloggExecEd hashtag #ChiefProductOfficer hashtag #ProductStrategy hashtag #ProductLeadership hashtag #KelloggCPO hashtag #ExecutiveEducation