<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false">Many product teams focus on tasks and milestones rather than connecting them to outcomes and a larger strategy.Skipping strategy leads to disconnected pieces in product development, like floors without houses or roofs without support.A strong product strategy aligns teams, acts as a blueprint for progress, and should be anchored to the purpose of the project.Leadership plays a crucial role in empowering product managers to lead with vision and ask essential questions about the direction of projects.