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19/06/2023

🧐 The number one strategy for minimizing risk and spend while maximizing results?

This used to be a start-up buzzword, but is fast becoming the go-to strategy for world leading corporates. 😱

📦 Minimum Viable Product (MVP) is a concept which is:

a) widely misunderstood and
b) poorly executed across the board – whether it be in startups, agencies or corporates.

📬 In this week’s blog article, we’ll give you an essential overview of:

➡️ The problem: Reasons for Product Delays in Large Enterprises
➡️ The solution: What is an MVP strategy and which big names are using it?
➡️ Why should large corporates adopt MVP?
➡️ The simple reason corporates often fail at MVP – and how to avoid it
➡️ How to introduce MVP in your organization without risk

Read our guide here:
https://www.humanfirst.company/blog/mvp-strategy

Minimal Viable Product is the minimal risk & spend while maximizing results for startups & large corporates. Discover our guide for successful MVP implementation.

14/06/2023

We’ve helped 50+ businesses solve complex problems. Here’s the most surprising problem-solving mistake:

(Almost all teams have done it)

Skipping the *problem* bit.

They jump straight into solution mode without questioning whether they’re attacking the right challenge in the first place.

In this week’s blog article, we’re looking at the most crucial stage of problem-solving: understanding the problem itself.

Find out:
👉 What is ‘problem framing’
👉 When & why to use it
👉 How to implement it in your next project

Get the lowdown here:
https://www.humanfirst.company/blog/are-you-solving-the-right-problem

In complex businesses, the most fundamental part of problem solving is understanding the problem. In this article, learn the essentials of ‘problem framing’.

13/06/2023

⏰ How much time can you *actually* save with a Design Sprint?

Hard facts here: 👇

‘Saving time’ is a concept that’s thrown around a lot. And your stakeholders want numbers.

Let’s look at a rough estimate of the traditional product development process:

💡 Ideation: 1 month
🔍 Market research & competitor analysis: 3 months
🛠️ Development & iteration: 6 months
⏳ Margin for delays: 3 months

Half a year before starting to refine features and optimize the product.

A full year before going to market and collecting real insights and data.

Design Sprint provides a condensed version of a chunk of this process in just 5 days, and massively speeds up the rest.

Total time saving? At least 9 months in total. 😱
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Read more on this week blog article:
👉 https://www.humanfirst.company/blog/the-true-roi-of-design-sprint

12/06/2023

Struggling to complete projects on time? 🤔

You're not alone!

In fact, as little as 50% of projects actually finish on time, and 40% completely fail to accomplish their goal. 🤯

But why does this happen?

In our latest article, we explore the three biggest factors that lead to project delays and failures, and share six key questions every Product Leader should ask to complete projects on time.

Don't miss out on these essential insights - read our article now:
https://www.humanfirst.company/blog/this-is-why-projects-dont-finish-on-time

The 3 biggest factors that lead to project delays, and how to accomplish goals on time through 6 key questions.

06/06/2023

💼🌟 Have you discovered the secret sauce of successful product management?

Hint: It's all about empathy!

Empathy isn't just for understanding your customers, but it's a crucial tool for building bridges with your sales, marketing, and customer support teams too. 🌉💡

Unearth the power of cognitive empathy and how to weave it into your daily operations in our latest article. Unlock insights on improving collaboration, enhancing user experience, and even boosting your product success! 🎯🚀

Dive in now and revolutionize your approach to product management ➡️ https://www.humanfirst.company/blog/empathy-the-product-managers-secret-weapon

05/06/2023

🧠💡 Ever wondered what sets successful Product Managers apart?

The secret ingredient is COGNITIVE EMPATHY!

It's not about just feeling what others feel, but deeply understanding their perspectives and turning them into actionable insights.

🔄 Empathy is the unsung hero in your toolkit that boosts collaboration across departments and enhances user experience.

Learn the role of empathy in product management and how to leverage it for a more harmonious and productive work environment! We're also revealing the first steps to incorporating more empathy into your work. 🚀

Curious to know more? 👀 Dive into our latest article here ➡️ https://www.humanfirst.company/blog/empathy-the-product-managers-secret-weapon

What is empathy. Why product managers need it. And how to use it to spark collaboration, gain high-quality data and make better products.

06/04/2023

Ever had to enter your personal details in three different places just to switch from browser to mobile app? 🤔

Or had to book a flight on a travel website, only to find that the mobile app and the desktop site have entirely different features, forcing you to switch between them just to complete your booking? 😤

Unfortunately, we’re all familiar with it, and if you work in the product world, you probably start wondering who’s to blame – developers? UX team? Meddling from marketing?

The answer is none of the above.

Or rather all of the above. Because the real culprit is a lack of collaboration between departments.

On the blog this week, we’re zooming in on collaboration problems and their consequences for product complexity. With practical tips on how to avoid them:

Want to reduce product complexity? You’ll need to get everyone on board. In this article, you’ll find out what companies are doing wrong and how to put it right

04/04/2023

8 most common corporate innovation mistakes – and how to avoid them

In 2023, companies can no longer ignore the importance of innovation. Stats prove that organizations that don’t innovate quickly get left behind.

But the product sector is still a long way from getting it right. As an innovation agency, we see the same misconceptions blocking progress again and again.

In this week’s blog, find out:

💥 The 8 most dangerous innovation mistakes

✋ How to prevent them from happening

🎬 What to do if they’ve already happened: how to reset successful innovation

To be honest, we could have included more than 8 but the list was getting a bit long. Let me know what you’d include in volume two!

We explore the biggest misconceptions about innovation, how they’re costing corporates time and money, and what you can do to stamp them out.

16/12/2022

Many brands are in a panic as the stock market continues to drop. 📉💥

With no end in sight, it seems like the obvious choice to hunker down and wait it out.

But some of the top minds in the business are advising otherwise.

Liliana Caimacan, MBA, has developed a strategy for innovation that she believes will help brands stay afloat during these tough times.

✨ 70/20/10 Rule of Innovation ✨

The rule states that 70% of resources should be focused on the core of the business, 20% should be used for projects close to the core or "future core," and 10% should be saved for transformational innovation.

This approach allows companies stability and room to experiment without putting all their eggs in one basket.

By focusing on driving consistent growth and innovating around their core offerings, brands can weather this storm and come out stronger on the other side.

❗️Prioritizing innovation today is the key to unlocking post-crisis growth.❗️

So if you want your brand to thrive in uncertain times, make sure you're also focusing on innovative projects that will set you apart from the competition.

How is your company responding to tough times? Comment bellow 👇

15/12/2022

Don't assume that your assumptions are always correct - verify and evaluate before making decisions.

01/12/2022

What is one metric you need to find and then care a lot about?

✨ It's called a 'north star metric'. ✨

When it comes to finding and caring about your north star metric, there is no room for compromise. It's essential to have a number that accurately captures the success of your product.

Many companies make the mistake of focusing on vanity metrics, measures that look good on paper but don't actually reflect the real value of their product. This can be extremely dangerous, leading you astray from your ultimate goal.

So how do you find your company's north star metric?

There is no one-size-fits-all answer, but here are a few tips:

1) Start by understanding what your customers really want from your product. What problem are you solving for them?

2) Drill down into what matters most to them and find the key metric that reflects this.

3) Make sure this number is easily trackable so you can constantly measure and improve its performance.

Keeping your north star metric in mind is essential to ensuring long-term success for your business. So make sure you choose wisely and stay focused on what matters most!

How do you communicate with your team about the progress you're making? Comment bellow 👇