Jun 26, 2024
PMs, Step Back to Move Forward
When PMs and PDs overlap, clarity saves teams.
PMs and PDs often talk to customers, pitch ideas and think about UX. Overlap is natural but not all tasks require both voices. If PDs excel at crafting intuitive experiences, PMs should step back and refocus. Their time is better spent refining strategy and building cross-team alignment.
Stepping back isn’t losing control—it’s enabling brilliance.
PMs and PDs often talk to customers, pitch ideas and think about UX. Overlap is natural but not all tasks require both voices. If PDs excel at crafting intuitive experiences, PMs should step back and refocus. Their time is better spent refining strategy and building cross-team alignment.
Stepping back isn’t losing control—it’s enabling brilliance.
About Max Antonov
I’m Max, a father of two, Product Director & Product Coach from Sydney. I write about leadership, product management,
business
and life.
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