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62 posts from ProductFTW on Product Management.

Why Rewards Timing Matters - ProductFTW #71

A few weeks ago, we wrote about payment timing and why it is a product decision, not just an operational one. That post led to a bunch of side conversations internally about other timing decisions we make without always calling them product choices. The one that keeps coming up for

Do Startups Need Product Managers? - ProductFTW #70

“Do we actually need a Product Manager?” If this conversation is happening, the answer is usually yes. As a consultant, I am rarely brought in when everything is working perfectly. The call usually comes when something feels off, but no one can quite name it. The team has grown, and

Product, Project, Program Managers and Owners - ProductFTW #69

Someone told me recently that they were a “product owner,” and it sent me down the usual spiral of titles, responsibilities, and what people actually mean when they describe what they do. Product roles have multiplied. As Scrum entered the workforce, agile became a job title, and now we have

Credit Card Repayment Timing Is a Product Decision - ProductFTW #68

Have you ever wondered what the last possible moment is to make your credit card payment without it being late? If you haven’t, that’s great. If you’ve ever been tight on cash, waiting on a paycheck, or just mildly curious, you’ve probably assumed that the answer

Why Credit Card Payment Options Confuse Users - ProductFTW #67

Paying a credit card bill should be simple. Log in, pick a number, submit payment, move on with your life. In reality, repayment is one of the most complex user experiences in consumer finance. One specific aspect of that complexity is the repayment options themselves and how they are defined,

Sticking to your Vision - ProductFTW #65

Vision Is a Decision, Not a Mood Every startup claims to have a vision. Very few actually behave in ways that demonstrate commitment to that vision. Most teams talk about vision the way people talk about New Year’s resolutions. It sounds inspiring in January, feels negotiable by March, and

You Should Be Vibe Coding - ProductFTW #64

And how I am using it to test financial products

Good, Fast, Cheap - ProductFTW #62

Why the Old Product Triangle Still Holds Up

The MVP - ProductFTW #61

Hint: It's NOT the Most Valuable Player

The Importance of Working Agreements - ProductFTW #60

Working agreements are one of the most underrated tools for improving collaboration between product and technology teams. They establish clear expectations, reduce friction, and create a shared understanding of how work gets done. A strong working agreement ensures that teams speak the same language, define success in the same way,