The hottest Product Strategy Substack posts right now

The term 'data product' has become so broad that it lacks credibility and value.
Data professionals can learn a lot from actual product management and strategy.
Creating a taxonomy based on intention and proximity to the customer can improve the understanding and management of data products.

Social media behaviors are changing, users are becoming more selective about what they post.
Younger age groups like gen Z and millennials are most impacted by this shift.
Overall social media usage is declining for some products, with YouTube remaining a top destination for younger users.

In the cybersecurity industry, a company's success often comes from acquiring and integrating other successful cybersecurity companies that offer products in different areas like network, endpoint, data, identity, or GRC.
Professional management is essential for growth through acquisitions in the cybersecurity field. It's crucial to make wise choices, integrate acquired teams effectively, and stay focused on customer service.
Cybersecurity companies need to deliver good products at good prices to succeed, rather than solely relying on complex platformization strategies for sales growth.

Setting a product vision is crucial for teams to align and work towards a common goal.
Differentiation from competition is key in creating a product strategy.
A roadmap is essential for connecting the product vision to the delivery process.

The Browser Company focuses on creating a user-friendly browser experience for all types of users, not just technical individuals.
The Browser Company aims to revolutionize browsing by creating an 'internet computer' experience that provides seamless access to online content across devices.
The Browser Company is strategically positioning itself to challenge browser market incumbents by leveraging branding, network economies, and switching costs.

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Building a social utility is more compelling than a social network in the current era.
There is value in focusing on the utility dimension rather than just social capital and entertainment in social products.
Starting with a single-player tool can be an effective strategy for eventually building a strong network.

An MVP needs to offer a key differentiator or a promise of one soon to make an impact in a competitive market.
Meet the specific needs of your core user base swiftly and effectively to stay ahead of the competition.
Maintain a laser focus on your core business, listen to user feedback, and avoid overhyping your product to build trust and loyalty.

Startups in the AI hardware space are refining their strategies for product lines and target markets.
Focus is on the USA by region or specific markets like video inference, edge computing, and financial sector.
Expansion into Japan is highlighted as RISC-V goes global.

People buy products and services based on their goals and circumstances.
Creating a positive user experience can result in success for products and services.
Identifying obstacles in user experiences can lead to opportunities for new product development.

Team tension can arise from lack of communication and understanding between product and sales departments.
In times of downsizing, teams must work together more closely, leading to potential conflicts.
Understanding the 'win rate' can help improve communication and relationships between product and sales teams.