The Product Momentum Gap

Product Voices

In this episode, we discuss the book "Product Momentum Gap" with authors Andrea Saez and Dave Martin. We explore indicators of a momentum gap in product management and the importance of aligning on customer value. Implementing the product value creation plan (VCP) helps filter out requests that don't align with defined value. Regularly articulating the VCP ensures alignment with the product strategy. We discuss the need for clear business and product strategies. Listen to the episode then get the book today!

Chapters

1. The Product Momentum Gap (00:00:00)

2. Introduction to Product Voices Podcast (00:00:02)

3. Introduction to the authors and their new book (00:00:35)

4. The decision to write a book and the white paper experiment (00:02:58)

5. Indicators of a product momentum gap (00:06:27)

6. Taking action to address the product momentum gap (00:08:45)

7. The Power of Awareness and Commitment to Solve Problems (00:08:52)

8. Aligning Organization through User Behavior and Product Vision (00:17:05)

9. Enormous Value in the Process of Alignment (00:19:38)

10. The Importance of Alignment in VCP Creation (00:21:56)

11. Strategic Alignment and Work Stream Flexibility (00:22:21)

12. The Value Assumption Builder: Aligning and Understanding Customer Value (00:23:44)

13. Revisiting the VCP: Evaluating Strategy and Leading Indicators (00:28:25)

14. Making intentional business decisions contrary to the vision (00:33:15)

15. Taking the first step in implementing the VCP framework (00:35:18)

16. Facilitating a Difficult Exercise with Empathy and Patience (00:35:29)

17. The importance of clear business and product strategies (00:36:48)

18. The need to answer "who" and "why" before building anything (00:39:17)