What are the differences between a Product Manager and a Project Manager? Here is an infographic that lists the key attributes and how they differ between a project manager and a product manager. Differences [...] Read More
Here is a curated list of Top Product Management Books for the aspiring and as well as current product managers. Unlike say an accountant, where a specific body of knowledge – the AICPA for CPAs, [...] Read More
Managing AI Products (or artificial intelligence product management) is somewhat different than traditional product management and more akin to in-depth science product management or R&D product management [...] Read More
How to become a product manager is on top of the minds of many people. And in particular, how do I become a product manager with no product management experience? No wonder people are interested in [...] Read More
Product Opportunity Assessment is an evaluation of whether a product/service concept is viable and valuable within the context of market dynamics, competitive factors, emerging technologies, and emerging [...] Read More
Here is a list of Top 8 ideas to dealing with COVID-19 induced stress. These ideas are practical and actionable ideas to mitigate the stress and strain from the unique and surreal times we are all living [...] Read More
Product Manager versus Project Manager - the age-old debate of who does what and what is different between the two roles. However, in real life, it is not product manager versus project manager that [...] Read More
So, you want to become a great product manager? Indeed, many people are striving to not only break into product management but also evolve into a great product manager. First, let us define product [...] Read More
What are the core attributes of a great leader? Are these leadership attributes inborn and ingrained? Or can one cultivate such leadership skills and competencies over time? Given a large number of characteristics [...] Read More
This article examines the leadership diversity in some of the top companies. This is not a deeply researched paper but a quick glance of the executive rosters of many companies to assess leadership diversity. In [...] Read More
Chasing every opportunity and ogling at every shiny object dissipates strategic focus and spreads the company’s resources thin. Often, chasing every opportunity results in deviating so much from the [...] Read More
The seven traits of a successful product manager outline the essential competencies to make it in product management. A product manager wears several hats and must be multi-dexterous to achieve success. [...] Read More
The ultimate product launch checklist is, as the name suggests, a cross-functional and comprehensive list of elements that a team needs to complete before launching a product -successfully. Launching [...] Read More
"Stopping advertising to save money is like stopping your watch to save time." - Henry Ford Like Henry Ford put it eloquently marketing is the lifeblood of a business and always be marketing. Often, [...] Read More
The practical guide to marketing strategy on a page is a step by step tutorial on how to craft a compelling marketing strategy and a plan and present a synthesis on a page that is concise and compelling. For [...] Read More
Here's the question: Are you a Data-driven Company or a Data Hoarding company? Today, we are inundated with data – both in personal lives and our professional lives. Companies the world over have [...] Read More
Here is a simple startup survival plan that is easy to understand and quick to implement. Being honest to yourself is probably the biggest hurdle. Humble Up Ask yourself is your venture truly viable [...] Read More
“Tough times never last. Tough people do” ― Robert Schuller Today, most of us are going through tough times. The Coronavirus pandemic and its impact is unprecedented and unfathomable. While [...] Read More
"Because of 4.00 AM" was part of a speech by Kobe Bryant, the basketball superstar, talking about hard work and effort, in addition to talent, which was behind his success. “We’re not on this stage [...] Read More
It always seems impossible until it's done. - Nelson Mandela Many things that seem normal or mundane seemed impossible not so long ago. Breaking the sound barrier | Landing on the Moon |Four-minute [...] Read More
Customers First: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Turning Service into Sales 🚀 In the competitive world of entrepreneurship, exceptional customer service isn't just a bonus; it's your secret weapon. Happy [...] Read More
Know Thyself, Grow Thy Business: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Self-Awareness 🪞🌱 As an entrepreneur, your most valuable asset is YOU. Self-awareness—understanding your strengths, weaknesses, values, [...] Read More
Name: Tricia Griffith Current Position: President and CEO of Progressive Corporation Education: Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Illinois State University. Graduate of the [...] Read More
Top KPIs for COOs 1.Operational Efficiency Ratio: Measures the efficiency of the company's operations in producing goods or services. 2.Cost Reduction Percentage: The percentage reduction in operating [...] Read More
Trait Theory of Leadership The Trait Theory of Leadership, particularly as it relates to the contributions of Thomas Carlyle and Sir Francis Galton, is one of the foundational frameworks in the study [...] Read More
Data Management Maturity Model The Data Management Maturity (DMM) Model is a comprehensive framework designed to help organizations evaluate and improve their data management practices. Developed by [...] Read More
Name: Debra L. Reed-Klages Position: Former CEO and Chairman of Sempra Energy Education: Bachelor of Arts degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Southern California. Career Highlights: [...] Read More
Name: Julie Spellman Sweet Current Position: CEO of Accenture Education: Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Claremont McKenna College. Juris Doctor from Columbia Law School. Career [...] Read More
Avoiding Cultural Faux Paus for Consultants. Awareness of cultural faux pas is crucial for anyone engaging in international business, especially in the consulting sector, where relationships and trust [...] Read More
Name: Phebe N. Novakovic Current Position: Chairman and CEO of General Dynamics Corporation Education: Bachelor of Arts in Government and International Relations from Smith College. Master [...] Read More
Disruptive innovation is a term used by Harvard Business School professor Clayton Christensen in his 1997 book The Innovator’s Dilemma, considered by many to be one of the most influential business ideas [...] Read More
IT4IT Reference Architecture The IT4IT Reference Architecture is a comprehensive framework designed to standardize the management of IT services across the digital enterprise. Developed by The Open [...] Read More
Your Network is Your Net Worth: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Building Powerful Connections 🤝 Introduction: As an entrepreneur, your success is not solely determined by your individual efforts. The [...] Read More
The ultimate guide to Product Release Planning, an essential step in product management. Introduction to Product Release Planning Overview Definition of Product Release A product release refers to [...] Read More
The following are Stratrix's top business schools worldwide. Top Business Schools Worldwide Harvard Business School, Harvard University, USA Stanford Graduate School of Business, Stanford University, [...] Read More
Leading the Charge: How Visionary Leadership Fuels Corporate Transformation. In the dynamic business world, the impetus for change often originates from a place of vision—a compelling picture of the [...] Read More
Smartsheet, an innovative cloud-based platform revolutionizing spreadsheet usage in business environments, recently achieved a significant financial milestone, crossing $1 billion in Annual Recurring Revenue [...] Read More
Hustle Smarter, Not Harder: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Work-Life Harmony ⚖️✨ As an entrepreneur, the lines between work and life can easily blur, leading to burnout and neglecting personal well-being. [...] Read More
Name: Thasunda Brown Duckett Current Position: CEO of TIAA (Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association) Education: Bachelor of Science in Finance and Marketing from the University of Houston. [...] Read More
Name: Susan Diane Wojcicki Current Position: CEO of YouTube Education: Bachelor of Arts/Science in History and Literature from Harvard University. Master of Science in Economics from the [...] Read More