In any organization, product management plays a critical role. Product managers must be inventive, strategic, and creative. Yet, the pressure of perfection, combined with the feeling of urgency, often forces them to focus on one aspect of their role, leaving them unable to see the big picture. And not just the big picture but the blind spots, as well. Read on and learn how to avoid blind spots in product management with the help of the Honest PM.
Does your product have blind spots?
The problem with blind spots is that they're difficult to see. Yet, as is frequently the case, these blind spots are critical to the product's overall success.
Being so immersed in the project often prevents product managers from getting a fresh perspective on their product's features or target market. It's all too easy to get caught up in the trap of overlooking downsides and opportunities for improvement. So, if you wish to break the mold of subjective perception, you'll need a fresh pair of eyes to look at your product.
Simply put, you need someone who will provide objective feedback. What you need is objectivity that stems from an unbiased view of the issues and requirements. And no one is better qualified for the position than
the honest PM! Avoid the big reveal risk and make sure to deliver a successful project.
Why can a "big reveal" strategy lead to failure?
Because a big reveal strategy is no guarantee of success. On the contrary, it is almost always doomed to fail. It leaves you with no time available to correct the deliverable. And ultimately, it can reveal that both the time and budget have been wasted. Don't risk your chances of success. Get all the help you need on time.
The Honest PM will provide you with objective feedback and valuable suggestions. And most importantly, you'll buy yourself some time to implement them before it's too late. As it turns out, avoiding an honest review before sharing your product with the world can hurt your chances of long-term success.
Fail forward
Make the most of every opportunity to fix your product before it reaches the critical point of no return. Find someone to reevaluate your work, accept impartial feedback, respond to it constructively, implement it and turn it into a stepping stone to future success. And don't be afraid to fail forward. After all, getting the feedback you need on time will save you both time and money. So, don't wait another minute.
Get in touch with The honest PM today and get your product off to a great start!
