Episode 242: Why Context Switching Slows You Down

Product Thinking

What advice do you have for a situation where multiple product managers are accessing the same developer team, potentially slowing down delivery?

Navigating multiple product managers sharing the same development team can lead to inefficiencies and context switching, which negatively impacts productivity. It's crucial to have dedicated developers for specific areas to improve ownership and accountability. The typical ratio of product managers to developers should be reconsidered, and if the workload is too high, hiring more developers may be necessary. Tracking productivity metrics and engaging developers in discussions can help present a case for leadership to make informed decisions about team structure and resource allocation.

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