Most people believe product teams struggle because they don’t care enough. The reality is more complex. Many teams care too much, for too long, and in the wrong places. This imbalance creates emotional overload, slows decision-making, and turns progress into mere coping. Understanding when to care deeply and when to move on is essential for product teams to succeed. The seven stages of product development are more than a checklist. They form a discipline that guides teams thr

High performers often leave teams not because they dislike hard work, but because they want to avoid unnecessary friction. This friction can take many forms: unclear priorities, indecisive leadership, unresolved incompetence, and a gradual decline in standards as others rely too heavily on one person. These challenges create a work environment that drains motivation and energy, pushing even the most dedicated individuals to seek better conditions elsewhere. This post explores

Many product teams struggle to deliver results despite having well-defined processes. The common assumption is that the problem lies in the process itself. Yet, the real challenge often comes from unclear ownership and decision-making gaps. When teams focus on fixing processes without addressing who owns what or who decides, they miss the root cause of delays, confusion, and frustration. This post explores how to spot ownership and decision issues in product teams, why they m

Meetings are a staple of professional life, yet many people find themselves trapped in sessions that feel unproductive or irrelevant. Imagine sitting through a meeting where you neither contribute nor gain meaningful insights. Would it be acceptable to simply get up and leave? This question touches on workplace culture, respect, and personal boundaries. In this post, we explore whether walking out of a meeting is rude or reasonable, how different cultures view this behavior,