Johanna Rothman

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Product owners have many challenges: They need to keep at least two thoughts about the product: what it needs to be in the near future, and what the organization wants it to be in the (distant) future. But the biggest problem I see is this: Effective product owners belong to at least two teams and maybe more. Strategic work.)

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Clarity Consultants

JANUARY 4, 2024

Organizations face a delicate ethical balancing act of maximizing productivity while ensuring the well-being of their employees. It involves considerations related to the ethics of corporate training and the complexities of achieving a balance between productivity and the well-being of employees.

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Effective Managers

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Discussing the Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Effective Management Effective management goes beyond technical skills and industry knowledge. This blog discusses the importance of emotional intelligence in management and offers practical insights for managers aiming to enhance their EQ for better leadership outcomes.

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Johanna Rothman

JUNE 6, 2022

They want a single product roadmap to serve all these purposes: Focus the team's work for this specific product for the short term. Show customers where the company thinks the product is headed. The more specific overview of when salespeople might expect new features or new products.). What management thinks they want.

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Epicflow

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

And what is the role of project management tools in achieving this goal? It involves financial and non-financial indicators, e.g., a company’s productivity, profitability, customer satisfaction, and others. Increasing employee engagement Employee engagement is the key to high productivity. Read the article to find out.

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Johanna Rothman

AUGUST 31, 2022

I want to make those interruptions easier to manage. I don't have just one product for my business. And I'm not a team working on just one feature set or a product. Backlogs help the managers stay out of the team's way. That's because the manager can look at the backlog and know what the team is doing.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 7, 2019

This helps discern where to focus your time, money and efforts and keeps you from being busy but not productive. You have to keep the truth straight in your mind: "I am not an expense to be managed, I am an investment that generates a powerful return!".

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 7, 2024

The root problem is the disconnect between strategy and innovation. Priorities might include developing new products, expanding into new markets, enhancing the customer experience, increasing operational efficiency, or embracing sustainability. Making this linkage work requires rethinking innovation across at least six areas.

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Epicflow

AUGUST 30, 2024

There’s one more essential component that helps manufacturers reach their goals — manufacturing operations management (MOM). What Is Manufacturing Operations Management? Manufacturing operations management (MOM) is the practice of overseeing and improving manufacturing processes at multiple levels. Quality management.

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Epicflow

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Project management in engineering involves a combination of engineering background and project management skills to be able to lead engineering projects toward successful completion. What is Engineering Project Management? Engineering project management involves coordination and control of projects in the engineering domain.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

In today’s competitive business landscape, traditional sales and marketing-driven approaches are increasingly giving way to a new paradigm: Product Led Growth (PLG). In this article, we’ll explore the fundamentals of PLG, its benefits, and how businesses can successfully implement this strategy to drive sustainable growth.

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Successful Independent Consulting

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Their branding helps drive sales by keeping their products or services fresh in the consumer’s mind. For example: not “ Management Consultant ” but “ Leadership for Companies in Transition. ” Manage your brand consciously and consistently. Everyone in business recognizes strong brands and understands their importance.

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 13, 2023

He posited that this segment was an untapped market opportunity and that companies, by developing products and services accessible to them, could create sustainable and profitable ventures, while also improving the lives of the poor. But in doing so, it also drew attention away from other inclusion gaps.

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Consulting Matters

JANUARY 7, 2019

This helps discern where to focus your time, money and efforts and keeps you from being busy but not productive. You have to keep the truth straight in your mind: "I am not an expense to be managed, I am an investment that generates a powerful return!".

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Strategic Planning and Management Insights

MARCH 7, 2023

SME Strategy is a strategy consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations align their teams and operations around a shared vision, mission, values, goals, and action plans.

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Comatch

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

As a veteran consultant with over 20 years of professional experience, I have learned a few techniques to manage stress and safeguard my well-being. 3 Reasons Hobbies Drive Productivity. Independent consultants are multi-role players, having to master every aspect of their consulting product. Stay Focused.

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Epicflow

DECEMBER 10, 2024

A matrix organizational structure means that a companys employees report to multiple managers, e.g., a project (or product) manager and a functional manager. Types of matrix organizations Matrix organization s can have different matrix structure s in terms of the proportion of functional and project manager s authority.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 24, 2024

Diversify Revenue Streams One fundamental strategy for business resilience is to diversify revenue streams. Although it is fairly common for a successful business to generate 80% of its profits from 20% of its products, relying heavily on a small number of products, services, or markets exposes a business to significant risk.

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Johanna Rothman

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Most managers I see feel a ton of pressure for delivery. The managers need to “deliver” more projects, products, and features. In the image on the left, managers pressure everyone for faster delivery so the managers can change the portfolio or strategy. That pressure rolls down to the teams.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 17, 2024

Hundreds of articles have been written on strategy, each with an author that presents a unique perspective from years of paradigm-shaking experience. Some even “reinvent the wheel” by rejecting past concepts altogether and introducing an entirely new way of thinking about strategy.

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Tom Spencer

MARCH 15, 2024

It is about creating not just a product, but an experience that resonates with and delights users at every interaction. Successful designers understand the importance of working within cross-functional teams of developers, product managers, and other stakeholders. He studied Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University.

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Johanna Rothman

MARCH 29, 2022

These are delays due to management decision time.). Manage your environment or culture. Manage Your Environment. I much prefer to start with organizational WIP (Work in Progress), to manage the project portfolio. See Manage Your Project Portfolio.) Those strategy discussions needed to happen and now.

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Harvard Business

MAY 13, 2024

In this article, the authors offer four strategies to guide your team through a departmental transition while maintaining morale, productivity, and cohesion: 1) Communicate the “why” clearly and authentically. 2) Acknowledge the emotional impact. 3) Cultivate ownership and involvement. 4) Prepare your team for future changes.

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Business Consulting Agency

OCTOBER 16, 2024

This guide explores the essential strategies for distributing products within the United States, covering the different distribution channels, logistical considerations, and how to optimize processes for cost-efficiency and market reach. A well-structured distribution strategy helps businesses maximize reach and efficiency.

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 14, 2023

Wealth management is a critical field that helps high net worth individuals and families to achieve their financial goals and maintain their financial assets over the long-term. Wealth managers assist their clients to do this through a combination of strategies involving financial planning, investment management, and risk management.

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 6, 2018

Resistance is a natural by-product of how our brains are wired to help us survive. Check out my article "Tips for Managing Resistance" which gives you some tactical strategies you can use with your clients. People who resist change are not evil, slow or backwards.

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Effective Managers

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Discussing the Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Effective Management Effective management goes beyond technical skills and industry knowledge. This blog discusses the importance of emotional intelligence in management and offers practical insights for managers aiming to enhance their EQ for better leadership outcomes.

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UPD Consulting

JANUARY 3, 2023

That said, organizations and leaders can use a few straightforward strategies to build support and tackle barriers to change for their large-scale initiatives. One strategy for overcoming these previous negative experiences is to provide stakeholders with a seat at the table (i.e.,

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Business Consulting Agency

JULY 16, 2024

Starting a skincare product line can be a highly rewarding venture, especially for dermatologists who have a deep understanding of skin health and patient needs. Leveraging your expertise as a dermatologist, you can create high-quality, scientifically-backed products that address specific skin concerns.

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Consulting Success

JULY 17, 2017

Description: Steve Shu is a management consultant who has worked and consulted for Vodafone, Allianz, Nortel, Lucent and Wolters Kluwer, as well as taught courses in the business school at Irvine University. 19:10] Networking is a key strategy in finding referrals and new partnerships. [22:00] Blue Ocean Strategy.

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Tom Spencer

MAY 5, 2023

Military strategy has long been a source of wisdom for the field of business, inspiring countless comparisons. This article will consider three examples from military history that can examined to better understand competitive strategy in the business arena. Similarly, businesses can employ speed to gain a first-mover advantage.

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Tom Spencer

APRIL 7, 2023

This article will explore some of the most notable examples of AI in consulting, including its use in market research, strategy development, and operational optimisation. This can help consultants to identify key market trends, develop more accurate market research reports, and craft more effective marketing strategies.

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Effective Managers

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Strategies for Managing Work-Life Balance in Demanding Jobs Achieving work-life balance is more critical than ever. This blog outlines strategies to manage work-life balance effectively, even in demanding roles. Strategies for Achieving Work-Life Integration 1.

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Johanna Rothman

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Strategy and Product Feedback Loops Many of my middle-management and senior leadership clients want certainty about future work. One of these managers said, “I have so much uncertainty and ambiguity. However, managers don't create features as agile teams do. That's why a manager's decision time matters.

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Epicflow

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The State of Project Management 2018 survey by Wellingtone reveals a harsh truth — dissatisfaction with the current level of project management maturity in organizations all over the world is higher than a year ago. To improve their project management practices, C-levels at HHI developed a sustainable management policy.

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Tom Spencer

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Most entrepreneurs and product managers (PMs) know that they need to find out what people want. The collected information is then taken into product development meetings, focusing all future engineering efforts on addressing the customer pain points in a way that can be monetized. Instead of asking “do you like this logo?”

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Johanna Rothman

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

We manage the risks of long-term commitments (decisions) by gaining experience with that person in many circumstances. (I Create a yearly budget as a guideline for our specific goals, but manage that budget every week and month to manage our risks. That's how we manage all our decisions: the Important and the Urgent.

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