As product managers, we often focus on the technical aspects of our role, but it's the soft skills that can make or break our success. In this episode of Product Game Plan, I share a recent experience that highlights the critical importance of communication touchpoints for productivity in enterprise product management.I discuss how a simple check-in with a team member revealed a misalignment in expectations, leading to unnecessary stress and potential burnout. This situation underscores the value of open communication and the need for regular updates, especially in fast-paced environments where priorities can shift quickly.Key Insights on Communication and ProductivityHow to identify and address communication gaps that can impact team productivityThe importance of resetting expectations across teams and stakeholdersStrategies for maintaining open lines of communication in a busy work environmentWays to leverage modern communication tools for swift updates and realignmentI discuss examples that illustrate how proactive communication can prevent misunderstandings, reduce stress, and improve overall team efficiency. By implementing these strategies, you can create a more balanced and productive work environment for your team."Managing expectations should be carefully planned between business stakeholders and external customers and their users."VALUABLE RESOURCESMy free guideCheck out my programs and workshops ABOUT THE HOSTHeather has had more than 25 years of experience working with 1000s of customers and securing hundreds of millions of product funding.  Early in her career, she was successful at rapidly growing start-up organizations, and over the past 15+ years she has a record of aligning diverse teams to deliver value for customers and strategies for organizations.  All through having a focus on solving customer needs to achieve business outcomes.CONNECT & CONTACTVisit my community on Mighty Networks Find me on LinkedInEmail:  [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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