Ever made a decision that felt right at the time but later turned out to be… just almost right? 🤔 That’s the tricky part of product management—spotting the difference between a great decision and one that’s close, but not quite there. Take Twitter's (Now X) Fleet (source) as an example : - Stories worked on Instagram and Snapchat, so why not here? Logical, right? But it didn’t quite fit how people used the product! So, almost right -launched -fizzled out .... gone! - Think of a UX tweak, that makes sense on paper but confuses users just a little too much. A metric that looks great but doesn’t really drive outcomes. A feature that solves half the problem but introduces two new ones. “Almost right” can be more dangerous than outright wrong—it sneaks in, sticks around, and creates long-term friction. Why do you think Fleets didn’t work for Twitter/X? Was it the audience, the format, or something else?

Hey there, And a warm welcome to another step in making this community even better. JAPM has always been about learning, growing, and helping each other succeed. And to make that experience smoother, more engaging, and fun, I’m excited to introduce @Sannidhi Pushpey , who’s joining us as our new Community Manager. Sannidhi will be here to keep the conversations going, spark discussions, bring new challenges, and ensure that you get the most out of this community. From insightful product discussions to fun activities, there’s a lot to look forward to. So, take a moment and drop a quick welcome message below. Let’s make Sannidhi feel at home in this amazing community! Excited for what’s ahead. 🚀

Data, roadmaps, and prioritisation frameworks are all great—but can you tell a compelling story about your product? As PMs, we don’t just ship features—we sell a vision to leadership, inspire teams to build, and convince users to adopt. The best product decisions don’t just make sense logically—they feel right because the story behind them resonates. Think about it: - The best PRDs aren’t just specs; they paint a clear picture of the problem and opportunity. - The most impactful dashboards aren’t just charts; they tell a story about user behavior. - The strongest pitches don’t just list features; they connect with pain points and aspirations. Share your story, that helped you drive a decision, get buy-in, or influence a team? Let us know in the comments.

If you’ve watched Loki, you’re familiar with the Time Variance Authority (TVA)—the mysterious organization responsible for maintaining the "Sacred Timeline" by pruning variants that could create chaos. At first, it seems harsh. Why delete an entire timeline just because it doesn’t fit? But dig deeper, and you’ll see a logic every Product Manager can relate to. We love launching new features, adding more options, and giving users everything they could possibly need. But here’s the catch—more isn’t always better. Sometimes, the best way to improve a product is to prune what isn’t working, refine what’s valuable, and focus on what truly matters. The TVA’s Rules for Product Management: 🪓 Prune: Not every feature deserves to stay. If something adds complexity without delivering value, it needs to go. We often hold onto features due to sunk cost bias, but if it’s not contributing to the bigger picture, it’s just noise. 🔄 Refine: Some things don’t need to be removed but need a reset. Like how TVA lets certain variants exist under control, a feature might need tweaking instead of removal. Are users struggling to adopt it? Does the UI need improvement? If it’s worth keeping, make it better. 🎯 Focus: TVA ensures the Sacred Timeline isn’t cluttered with unnecessary branches. Likewise, great products aren’t about doing everything—they’re about doing the right things. Cutting distractions allows the best features to shine. The Hardest Part? Letting Go. Killing a feature isn’t easy. Users may still be attached to it. Internal teams might resist. But just like the TVA doesn’t hesitate to prune when necessary, a PM’s job isn’t just to build—it’s to shape, refine, and sometimes remove. So, what’s one feature you’ve seen get pruned, refined, or refocused for the right reasons?

Hey there, And a warm welcome to our vibrant community. This is where you start the journey towards making your dreams a reality. This community is not just about product management. Instead, it is about sharing your aspirations, your ambitions, your goals. And then learning the things that will help you achieve the same goals. And the best way to give back to those who helped you along the way is to pass it forward. Help others who are in similar situations as you were by guiding them and sharing the lessons that you learned in your journey So without further ado, let's do this. Let's do it together. Let's meet our professional goals and help others meet theirs. A short intro to this community: You will find three major sections: Community: where you can post and read all the posts on all topics (or choose to filter the ones that are of most interest) Classroom: this is where you will find all the courses and challenges. You will automatically have access to all the FREE resources and the paid courses that you've already bought. Events: this is where you can find a calendar of all the upcoming (and past events) you can RSVP, get access to sign up links and recordings. With that said, enough about the community, let's know you a little bit more. Tell us: - Where you’re from - What you do - What you’re looking to learn or achieve here - A fun fact about yourself Excited to grow and learn with you!