Drowning in Product Content? Here's How to Focus and Thrive

If you’re a product manager scrolling through LinkedIn or sifting through the latest product newsletters, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Every day, there’s a new must-read book, a groundbreaking framework, or a viral post about “how to build better products.” And let’s not even start with the endless stream of webinars, podcasts, and conference recordings! Many product managers and product leaders find themselves paralyzed by a serious case of FOMO—fear of missing out on all this valuable content.

All blog posts, Personal DevelopmentPetra Wille4 March 2025Learning, Focus

The Power of Cross-Disciplinary Learning

As a coach for product leads, I've noticed an interesting phenomenon: Some of my coachees make much more progress than others. And as a naturally curious person (and someone who’s invested in my coachees’ success), I started trying to get to the bottom of this. Why do some people make progress in leaps and strides while others only improve gradually? I’ve come to the conclusion that while there are several key personality traits that can help someone become a great product manager—emotional intelligence, adaptability, and intellectual horsepower—there's another skill that's often overlooked: cross-disciplinary learning.

Product LeadershipPetra Wille5 June 2023Product Leadership, Personal Growth, Learning, Cross-Disciplinary Learning