How to Say No as a PM: Advanced Tips
Here is a simple process for shipping software projects that works. First, decompose the project into a stream1 of headlines. Then pick an aggressive date to ship the first headline and work like hell to meet that date. Have everyone work only on one headline at a time– the upcoming one. Ignore everything else. Don’t work on anything that doesn’t h... See more
Headline driven development - Slava Akhmechet
We have pretty simple PRD guidelines —
Start with the highest level and get more granular.
Start with the widest audience, and get narrower.
Start with the stuff that's least likely to change, end with the stuff that's more likely to change as you discover and build.
Basic out... See more
Nan Yux.comSome ways to build this habit:Say no. Or, “not yet.” Try using the phrase “ruthless prioritization” when prioritizing as a team, or saying no to an ask.Align with your team and your manager on a single prioritized source-of-truth roadmap.