Process Mapping & User Documentation
1. Flowcharts Flowcharts are visual representations of processes, showing steps, decisions, and flow from start to finish. Use standard symbols (e.g., rectangles for actions, diamonds for decisions). Keep it simple and readable. Show sequence and dependencies clearly. Tip: Flowcharts make complex processes easier to understand at a glance, reducing miscommunication. 2. Swimlane Diagrams Swimlane diagrams […]
Internal Processes & SOP Development
1. What is an SOP? A Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is a documented set of instructions that explains how a task or process should be done.Purpose: Ensure consistency across the team. Reduce errors caused by assumptions or forgetfulness. Make onboarding and training easier. Key Insight: An SOP isn’t bureaucracy-it’s a tool that keeps operations smooth, […]
Communication & Team Alignment
1. Writing Clear Updates Your updates are the primary way your team(stakeholders) know what’s happening. A clear update: States progress succinctly. Highlights what’s done, what’s next, and any blockers. Avoid unnecessary details Focuses on what matters to the audience. Example: ✅ “Completed user flow diagrams for onboarding. Next: wireframes for login screen. Blocker: waiting on […]
Planning & Goal Setting Foundations
1. Yearly → Quarterly → Monthly → Weekly → Daily Structure Effective planning starts top-down. Every great product or project begins with clarity on the big picture: Yearly Goal – The single, overarching outcome you want to achieve this year. Everything else flows from this. Quarterly Goals – Break the yearly goal into 3-month objectives. […]
SDLC & Product Development Foundations
What SDLC Really Means The Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is simply a structured way for product teams to turn ideas into working solutions. It forces discipline, clarity, and prevents the chaos of jumping from “I have an idea” straight to building something without direction. SDLC answers the key questions: What are we doing? Why […]