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In product management this is often described as problem space vs solution space. One of my biggest lessons in “managing up”: agree on the problem, and take an
by sampl 8y ago
In product management this is often described as problem space vs solution space.
One of my biggest lessons in “managing up”: agree on the problem, and take any suggestions for a solution seriously. Then work to make the solution you present as good or better.
- chii 8y ago> often described as problem space vs solution space .... agree on the problem The hard part being agreeing on the problem! Sometimes, management sees the "solution", and present it as a problem that engineers then must solve. For example, competitor has brand new feature, and management asks said feature to be implemented (presumably, keeping up with the jones style). But the actual problem isn't lack of said feature, but that customers are not buying, and the only reason that's presented is a lack of said feature.