Practical Product

Product management has become a critical function for modern organizations, from small startups to corporate enterprises. And yet, the day-to-day work of product management remains largely misunderstood. In theory, product managers are high-flying visionaries who build products that people love. In practice, they're hard-working facilitators who bring clarity and focus to their teams. In this thoroughly revised and expanded edition, Matt LeMay provides real-world guidance for current and aspiring product managers.

One key responsibility of product designers and UX practitioners is to conduct formal and informal research to clarify design decisions and business needs. But there’s often mystery around product research, with the feeling that you need to be a research Zen master to gather anything useful. But anyone can conduct product research. With this quick reference guide, you’ll learn a common language and set of tools to help you carry out research in an informed and productive manner.

Author Harvey Reese, a successful new-product developer, consultant, and licensing agent, reveals his proven step-by-step process for formulating an idea that manufacturers are willing to pay for. He gives you the nuts and bolts information on patents, negotiating the deal, and the licensing process. Filled with examples of successful, well-known licensing ventures, How to License your Million Dollar Idea has all the information and motivation you need to grow your idea into a fortune.

When you have an idea for a new product, it’s a pivotal moment. This device of yours will enhance the lives of the people who use it, earn you extra money, and have a significant impact on the world. However, there’s much more to a successful product than the quality of the original idea. Why do some products fly off the shelves and others not even reach the market? That’s what this book will explain.

A regular meditation habit can make you healthier, happier and more successful than ever! What do history's greatest minds as well as today's most successful athletes, supermoms, CEOs and celebrities all have in common? They Meditate! Meditation is not just for the yogis. It’s for everyone, of every age. Meditation is for all of humankind. Thousands of years prove it, and Western science backs it up: Meditation removes stress and replaces it with a sense of inner peace and calm. It’s one of the best tools you have to deal with physical and psychological distress, balance your emotions ...

"The Complete Low Back Pain Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Finding Your Unique Solution"© The "The Complete Low Back Pain Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Finding Your Unique Solution"© provides readers with an in-depth understanding of the causes, symptoms, and risk factors associated with this common condition. With expert insights into anatomy and physiology, proper diagnosis, and the role of imaging techniques, the book offers a solid foundation for those seeking relief from low back pain. A wide range of non-surgical treatment approaches is explored, including physical therapy, ...

Ready to Stop Slacking? Ditch the Excuses, Here's Your Ticket to Getting Stuff Done! "Eh, I'll do it later. I'm too tired." "I don't feel like it, it's too hard." "I'm not in the mood. I'll do it when I feel motivated." How many times have you used these excuses? Wondering if there’s a psychological study behind laziness and its effects on people? Want ideas on how to quit dragging your feet just to do anything and change your mindset? You know what, I get it. People procrastinate and get lazy for many reasons, especially during the last four years and we both know why that is.

The real-world, battle-tested concepts in this book focus heavily on influencing your buyer’s psyche (i.e. their “operating system”) so that you enjoy: Faster conversion of prospects.

Unearth a Fortune in Flora with "Greenhouse Gold" Step inside the world of Connecticut's greenhouse cultivation and sow the seeds of your own success with "Greenhouse Gold," your comprehensive guide to turning a passion for plants into a thriving enterprise. Whether you're a novice looking to germinate your green-thumb ambitions or a seasoned grower aiming to cultivate greater profits, this book offers a rich harvest of knowledge for all. Transform Your Horticultural Dreams to Reality Embark on a journey from the foundational elements of greenhouse setup to the advanced nuances of ...

Blending keen insight with engaging anecdotes and practical advice, this easy-to-listen to audiobook, narrated by the authors, will give you the tools you need to feel confident living with, working with and supporting our First Nations peoples. Equip yourself with the skills to communicate without fear of misunderstanding or offence. Build strategies for engaging communities respectfully and strengthening partnerships. And most of all, be proud of the incredible richness of the oldest continuing culture in the world.

Step by step, the author explains how to balance creativity with professionalism while building a career in the recording arts. Music production, television and film sound design, live sound, advertising, broadcasting, and other audio production fields are explored. The book describes common pitfalls to avoid while streamlining a career.

In Practical Enlightenment, Ariel and Shya Kane share a refreshing approach to living life without worry, stress or anxiety - a way of living where your past no longer dictates your present or future and you experience your own perfection. Through humorous and touching stories of real people in real life situations, the Kanes show you the easy way to live an enlightened life - no effort required!

Win the Runway is a go-to guide for models who want to storm the modeling world and take their career to the next level. Author Amanda Van Annan shares her wisdom from 20 years as a successful model. She reveals tips, tricks, and hacks that will help potential models navigate agencies, open-calls, castings, and photoshoots. The audiobook offers advice on how to behave and conduct yourself throughout your career, while also making you aware of the perils of the industry.

Disability and Theatre: A Practical Manual for Inclusion in the Arts is a step-by step manual on how to create inclusive theatre, including how and where to find actors, how to publicize productions, run rehearsals, act intricate scenes like fights and battles, work with unions, and deal with technical issues. This practical information was born from the author’s 16 years of running the first inclusive theatre company in New York City, and is applicable to any performance level: children’s theatre, community theatre, regional theatre, and touring companies.

Embark on your job-hunting journey with confidence with 'Smash That Interview: A Practical Guide to Interviewing and Getting the Job You Want'. This no-nonsense guide cuts through the clutter, providing you with straightforward, actionable advice to ace your interviews. Whether you're a first-time job seeker or an experienced professional seeking a career change, this book offers a wealth of practical tips and techniques to help you navigate the interview process successfully.

Did you know that some professionals think that most actions stem from unfulfilled needs? We can better address the needs of those we love by comprehending this fundamental principle and then applying that understanding to reframe the illness and its effects. This book will help you acknowledge and overcome interpersonal barriers preventing you from assisting your patient. Or, if you're recently diagnosed with dementia, your caregiver will agree from the start, and you'll be able to acquire the help you require reasonably quickly.

Join inspiring transformational leader Melissa Joy for a playful exploration into universal consciousness and infinite potential, available to everyone within the field of the heart. With beautiful and clear articulation, combined with a humorous weave of science, spirit, and practical play, Melissa Joy reveals how universal consciousness and infinite potential are organized and influence experiences.

A practical guide to developing and implementing a comprehensive business-management system that integrates quality, environmental, and safety and incorporates lean and Six Sigma to reduce waste and variation.

By best-selling author Melissa Joy Jonsson, Practical Play the Heart-Centered Way is a dynamic guide offering new ways to interact with a complete system of creating, relating, and embodying empowered, joy-filled, extraordinary living.

Cynthia Garner is a doctor of body-mind health, a somatic psychotherapist, a single mother who survived an emotionally abusive relationship through mental illness, and a former classroom teacher turned mindfulness instructor. In this book, she shares her life experience and expertise to provide a field-tested pathway for turning poison into medicine and reclaiming a sense of agency in these troubled times.