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Brands Can Test Content With Non-Followers Using Trial Reels

Instagram has announced Trial Reels, a new feature that allows users to share Reels with non-followers
Brands can use this feature to test content and then share it with their followers or set it up for automatic sharing
The final entry deadline for the Webby Awards, where the author is a judge, is Friday, December 20th
There are new job listings on the Link in Bio Job Board from companies like Baggu, Amtrak, AG1, and Summer Fridays

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Systems in software and punishment

Systems in software often produce predictable outcomes that may not connect with users emotionally.
Creating generational user experiences requires more than just following linear tickets and technical specifications.
Success of a product is not solely determined by the system, but also by luck and user satisfaction.
To create something truly exceptional, a different approach is needed beyond the comfort and predictability of existing systems.

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Managing chaos in product management

Stakeholder management is crucial in managing chaos in product management by promoting open and honest communication to address conflicting opinions and tight timelines.
Written communication and documentation can help reduce misunderstandings and provide a clear audit trail for decision-making.
Empathy plays a vital role in building strong relationships with team members, stakeholders, and other product managers.
Reflection and mindfulness are important tools to stay focused, learn from mistakes, and prioritize effectively.

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Marmi Maximum tiles by Fiandre

Italian brand Fiandre has expanded its Marmi Maximum collection with three new designs.
The new designs, Dama Bianca, Breccia Imperiale, and Silver Root, are based on varieties of streaked stone.
These large slab tiles are suitable for walls, floors, facades, industrial design, and bespoke furniture.
The tiles come in different finishes and sizes, with a realistic marble look and a thickness of six millimeters.

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Using “disagree and commit” for collaborative decision-making

The “disagree and commit” principle is a management strategy that ensures team members can voice opinions in the decision-making process.
This principle enables a team to make quicker decisions, minus the risk of being stuck in the consensus trap.
Team members are encouraged to speak up when they have a difference of opinion and committed to the final decision.
Successful implementation of “disagree and commit” principle involves maintaining team unity while fostering a culture of expressing diverse opinions.
Several essential strategies need implementation to ensure success such as maintaining transparency, showing empathy, and leading by example.
Slack used the “disagree and commit” principle successfully to solve its UI problem and develop a new design.
Challenges with the “disagree and commit” strategy include team member resistance, commitment issues, and a lack of clear communication.
Ground rules need to be set so that everyone's opinion is valued and dissenting opinions can be freely shared.
Inculcating the “disagree and commit” principle can help foster innovation and promote a collaborative workplace.
Encourage team members to speak up, show empathy, set an example by committing to the final decision, and provide feedback loops to ensure successful implementation of the principle.

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Understanding priority (or the next step to go from UX to Product Design)

UX suggestions might get ignored due to the misunderstanding of priority.
UX Designers often prioritize based solely on usability.
Teams prioritize less severe usability issues based on factors like Reach.
Limited resources and the importance of communication play a role in prioritization.

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Which companies accelerate PM careers most

Revolut, N26, eBay, Plaid, and Intercom are among the top 5 companies, which have created the biggest inflection in the careers of their product managers.
Jason Saltzman at Live Data Technologies tracked six data points for the report.
The inflection points included the most promotions, fast initial promotions, quickest move to leadership roles, the highest ratio of CPO and Heads of Product positions, founders, and the first PM/posts at other companies.
Palantir, Plaid, N26, Ramp, Intercom, Revolut, Duolingo, Uber, Notion, and Coinbase received special mentions as the new startup mafias.
Fintech companies were most represented in the top 10, including 5 of the top 10.
LinkedIn, Google, Intuit, and eBay made it into the top 15, while Microsoft, Google, Apple, Meta, and Amazon lagged.
There are equal numbers of B2B and B2C companies in the top 10.
Revolut tops the list with six category mentions and most impressive all-around stats.
The data analysis reveals N26 to be the second-best company for accelerating a PM's career.
eBay is the biggest surprise on this list, ranking above every FAANG company in the top 10.

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How CIOs Can Drive Business Value in Digital Product Management -NOTHING NEW BUT USEFUL VERSION

Outcome-driven metrics (ODMs) can bridge the gap between product teams and internal stakeholders.
To drive business value in digital product management, CIOs should:
1. Talk to stakeholders/customers to understand their processes and goals.
2. Identify key metrics and develop new ones to show how the product impacts business value.
3. Set targets and track performance, while staying agile and adapting to changing needs.
Organize product teams around outcomes, not traditional IT silos.
Focus on delivering outcomes, experiences, and capabilities.
Clarify the purpose of offerings as operations, channels, products, or innovation.
By following these steps, CIOs can ensure digital products deliver real business value.

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Executing a Tech-adoption project from Scratch

Tech-adoption projects should start by answering the question of 'why' at various levels, including stakeholders, product teams, and frontline workers.
To convince stakeholders, a cost-benefit analysis highlighting the potential impact on the bottom line is essential.
Collaboration with the business team helps in understanding the specific needs and design of the feature.
To drive adoption among frontline workers, communication should focus on how the feature benefits them, such as increasing earnings and ensuring proper performance evaluations.

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The Product Leader’s Guide to Hiring Product Talent with AI in 2025

Organizations using AI in talent management are 83% more likely to have made successful hires.
AI-optimized job posts get 25% more qualified applicants.
Using AI to dig deeper into resumes and create rankings of candidates based on strengths and weaknesses.
AI helps identify past candidates who may be suitable for current job openings.

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Your product is just an idea. Your customers make it real.

Validate your idea by talking to potential users and assessing the need for your solution.
Create an MVP (Minimum Viable Product) that works but doesn't need to be perfect and gather feedback from users.
Market your product through various channels to build trust and connect with potential users.
Choose the right platforms to reach your target audience and maximize your product's visibility.
Iterate and improve your product based on user feedback to meet their needs and build lasting success.

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Why App Developers Should Learn Product Management?

Developers can enhance their ability to deliver value by learning product management principles.
Product management (PM) skills enable developers to align technical decisions with business goals and enhance communication.
PM training helps developers adopt a user-centric mindset and make informed decisions about features.
Developers with PM expertise are highly valued by employers and can bridge the gap between technical and strategic roles.

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Sara Caldwell: Human-Centric and Transformational Leadership for Agile Teams

Sara shares her experience with a healthcare project focused on digitizing care workers' documentation processes.
The team overlooked user empathy, leading to adoption challenges.
Direct user engagement and preventing anti-patterns in product development were highlighted as important.
Sara discusses books like Brave New Work, Leadership is Language, and Radical Candor for improving leadership and team dynamics.

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Product Management, Generative AI, and Innovation: Why I’m Writing on Medium

This article focuses on three core themes: Generative AI, Product Management, and Innovation.
It explores how Generative AI is redefining how we create value.
It discusses strategies, methodologies, and building products that make a difference in Product Management.
It emphasizes the importance of innovation in transforming ideas into tangible results.

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The Impact of Data Analysts: A Three-Pillar Approach

Success begins with precise problem definition.
Actionable recommendations are vital.
Implementation must be followed by thorough validation.
Continuous iteration is essential for success.

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