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The Puppet Master Without Strings: How I Learned to Influence

You know that feeling when you’re supposed to lead a team but have as much authority as a substitute teacher on the last day of school…

Nov 23, 2024

The Puppet Master Without Strings: How I Learned to Influence

Nov 23, 2024

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Prioritization Hunger Games: Who Wins When Everything’s Urgent?

Because sometimes, saying “no” takes a roadmap, a matrix, and a miracle.

Mar 25

Prioritization Hunger Games: Who Wins When Everything’s Urgent?

Mar 25

Lighting Up the Darkness: Five Stories of Overcoming Loneliness

I’ve lost count of how many times I asked my mom, “What’s wrong with me?” Usually, it was after a tough day at school, when I felt like an…

Jan 22

Lighting Up the Darkness: Five Stories of Overcoming Loneliness

Jan 22

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Two Titans and Me in the Middle: A Guide to Managing Conflict

Would you like to know how I accidentally became a referee between two tech titans? Here’s how I survived that battle.

Jan 21

Two Titans and Me in the Middle: A Guide to Managing Conflict

Jan 21

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Wait, Did You Just Say That?”: The Art (and Mess) of User Interviews

A latte, a developer, and a Slack poll sparked an unexpected crash course in user research.

Jan 16

Wait, Did You Just Say That?”: The Art (and Mess) of User Interviews

Jan 16

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How a Pirate-Patched Student Learned the Art of Legendary Pitching

How a glass door and zero preparation led to a standing ovation for an unforgettable speech.

Jan 7

How a Pirate-Patched Student Learned the Art of Legendary Pitching

Jan 7

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How I Almost Let a Latte Ruin Our Product Launch

I once thought critical thinking meant strolling into a meeting, wearing a faux-intellectual expression, and just questioning everything…

Jan 5

How I Almost Let a Latte Ruin Our Product Launch

Jan 5

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How to Conduct a Competitive Analysis That Truly Stands Out!

Start 2025 strong!

Jan 1

How to Conduct a Competitive Analysis That Truly Stands Out!

Jan 1

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Why Santa Claus is the Perfect Product Manager

If Santa Claus were looking for a job in tech, it’s hard to deny he’d slip effortlessly into the role of a Product Manager. Forget the…

Dec 25, 2024

Why Santa Claus is the Perfect Product Manager

Dec 25, 2024

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Product Coalition

Dark Arts of Manipulation: How to Spot It Before You Say ‘Yes’ to That Awful Idea

You might remember my last piece, where I lovingly detailed how to influence with grace, authenticity, and just the right amount of…

Dec 23, 2024

Dark Arts of Manipulation: How to Spot It Before You Say ‘Yes’ to That Awful Idea

Dec 23, 2024

Daria Kowalski

Daria Kowalski

Product manager sharing authentic workplace stories, lessons on personal growth, overcoming challenges, and achieving a healthy work-life balance

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