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How We Prioritized What to Build First in Our Pet Care App

The focus on preventative pet care led to the creation of Every Wag, aiming to simplify pet care management for overwhelmed pet owners.
The team prioritized features by analyzing existing pet care apps to determine necessary elements, desirable additions, and areas for innovation.
User feedback and research highlighted the need to reduce friction in pet care routines and simplify task completion for pet parents.
Key features of the app included pre-built common events, simplified scheduling for multiple pets, and streamlined task completion directly from notifications.

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The Learning Infrastructure Gambit

The author reflects on a decision on whether to prioritize building basic features or a learning infrastructure first for a software project.
They opt to build learning scaffolding first to capture signals from the beginning, emphasizing the importance of starting the learning process early.
They describe the development of a minimal learning infrastructure as 'plumbing' that sets a foundation for future learning algorithms and features.
The approach contrasts with traditional methods by focusing on building learning capabilities before adding features, with the belief that the infrastructure created will pave the way for successful integration of advanced AI in the future.

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My Journey to replace myself with AI

The author started as the only software developer at a company, automating tasks.
Progressing through various roles, the author gained experience in product management and AI.
Eventually creating an AI tool, Idea Gauge, to aid in market research.

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I’ve run 75+ businesses. Here’s why you’re probably chasing the wrong idea. | Andrew Wilkinson (co‑founder of Tiny)

Andrew Wilkinson, co-founder of Tiny, shares insights on profitable businesses and unique perspectives.
He discusses finding high-margin niches, leveraging AI, and managing mental health and medication.
Key takeaways include focusing on boring industries, embracing ADHD, and building bootstrapped businesses.

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The $1 Billion Branding Mistake

Warner Bros. Discovery renamed HBO Max to 'Max' in May 2023, a move that led to a loss of 4 million subscribers within months.
The rebranding decision caused a stock dip of nearly 19% and failed to highlight the Discovery content as intended.
By early 2025, Warner Bros. reversed the decision and brought back the HBO Max branding due to user habits and strong brand association.
The failed rebranding emphasized the importance of brand identity and the risk of alienating loyal customers by changing a well-established brand name.

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PRODUCTHEAD: Context changes everything

The PRODUCTHEAD edition emphasizes the importance of understanding context in product management and working relationships.
Product professionals are urged to focus on 'what’s in it for' C-level partners rather than solely on their needs.
Allocating time and priorities should be based on understanding the context of the situation, which impacts value and urgency.
The article discusses the transformation into CPO or VP Product roles, emphasizing the need to build executive coalitions and consider wider perspectives.

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AI & Automation: The Unexpected Keys to Unlocking Your Leadership Potential

World chess champion Gary Kasparov lost to IBM's Deep Blue but harnessed AI to enhance human thinking, inspiring leadership potential.
AI can be a valuable partner in leadership, providing data insights and sharpening intuition rather than replacing it.
Steps to ignite leadership with AI include leveraging feedback loops and rethinking resource allocation with real-time adjustments.
Harness automation to transition from managerial to visionary roles by delegating mundane tasks and freeing up time for innovation.

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How I Battled Burnout, Got Promoted Twice, and Still Protected My Time

Establishing clear boundaries, effective communication, and intentional time management are key strategies in battling burnout and boosting productivity.
The author uses their calendar as a tool to protect their time, setting clear boundaries for focus time and personal breaks.
Adopting a 'maker's schedule' for deep work, minimizing unnecessary meetings, and prioritizing tasks regularly contribute to increased productivity.
Embracing automation through tools like Zapier, Jira, and AI assistants streamlines workflows, reduces repetitive tasks, and enhances overall efficiency.

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Cold emails, Dunbar numbers, and non-alcoholic beer

Irregular newsletter's 34th edition welcomes new subscribers with housekeeping announcements and varied content.
Features discussions on a wide range of topics including venture funding, book reviews, and podcast highlights.
Insights shared on topics like optimizing cold emails, Dunbar numbers, and non-alcoholic beer market.

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From Clicks to Clarity: Why Real-Time Analytics Starts at the Front End

Clickstream data is crucial for understanding user interactions with a product in real-time, aiding in user experience optimization and feature validation.
Product managers should prioritize capturing clickstream data at the front end for high-volume behavioral insights, with considerations for real-time analytics tools like Flink or Spark.
Establishing a structured event format and data contract between frontend teams and engineers is essential for reliable data processing and decision-making.
The article highlights the importance of treating clickstream data with urgency and structure, emphasizing the need for clear communication and collaboration between product managers, engineers, and analysts.

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Key learnings from training hundreds of Product Managers

Product Managers play a crucial role in driving business growth by developing exceptional products.
PM roles require a diverse skill set including Business Management, Analytics, Leadership, Tech Experience, Marketing, and more.
Product Management roles are compared to Swiss Army knives or decathlon athletes due to the multitude of skills required.
Key skills for Product Managers include Data-Driven Decision-Making, UX/UI expertise, Strategic Problem Solving, and Project Management.

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Building smarter, not just faster: Product Discovery in the GenAI Era

GenAI has made it easier to build products fast, but harder to build valuable ones.
Product discovery remains crucial, requiring deep strategic human thinking alongside GenAI.
Shared, cross-functional product thinking is key to successful, value-driven product management.
Utilizing GenAI to accelerate discovery as a team can lead to smarter product decisions.

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COUNTINUITY IPHONE WITH INDONESIA.

Many Indonesians are highly obsessed with the iPhone brand, viewing it as a symbol of wealth and social status, with the pressure to keep up with trends driving individuals to seek online loans for purchasing high-end devices.
The iPhone is glorified in Indonesia, not only for its quality but also for the social status it represents. Those with lower incomes often try to appear wealthy by owning an iPhone, leading to a rise in online loan borrowers in the country.
The number of online loan borrowers in Indonesia has reached 18.04 million, with an outstanding loan balance totaling IDR 22.76 trillion, driven by the social stigma associating iPhones with success and wealth.
The accessibility of online lending and societal pressure to own high-end devices like iPhones have led to a decline in financial prudence among Indonesians, trapping many in cycles of debt due to high interest rates.

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Chasing Big Dreams: In My Career and in Building the Family I Love

Having a big family has taught the individual important life lessons such as resilience, problem-solving, and adaptability.
The experience of meeting each child's evolving needs has translated into a valuable skill set applicable to facing new challenges and pursuing personal goals.
The individual's motivation stems from setting an example for their children by showcasing ambition and the possibility of balancing family life with personal growth and aspirations.
Lessons learned from parenting, like resilience, empathy, time management, and being a role model, are applied in both personal and professional aspects of life.

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From IT to PM: Inspired Helped Me Name the Work I Was Already Doing

The author reflects on their transition from internal IT to product management, realizing they were already aligned with PM concepts but didn't have the specific terminology.
Empowered, product-enabled teams resonated with the author, emphasizing the importance of autonomy, purpose, and clarity in problem-solving.
The article highlights the significance of having the right people in leadership roles and the value of being coachable as an individual contributor.
The concept of product vision and learning from failures are also discussed, with an emphasis on focusing on outcomes rather than deliverables and embracing experimentation in both work and personal life.

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