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The Good Product Manager’s Toolkit

The Good Product Manager’s Toolkit

Update: 2025-10-11
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In this episode of The Product Handbook, we unpack what separates good product managers from the rest — the skills, mindset, and habits that make the role truly effective.


You’ll learn:

  • The core traits of great PMs — from clear communication to customer obsession and strategic focus
  • Why strong PMs prioritize outcomes over outputs and clarity over control
  • Insights from survey data on where PMs struggle most, from time management to strategy alignment
  • The difference between product management and project management — and why owning the “why” and “what” matters
  • Lessons from pioneers and modern PM leaders who helped shape the craft


If you’ve ever wondered what makes a good product manager great, this episode gives you the essential toolkit — skills to sharpen, habits to build, and mindsets to lead with.

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The Good Product Manager’s Toolkit

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