Launching Early vs Perfecting | A Sunday Thought for Product Managers

“If you’re not embarrassed by the first version of your product, you’ve launched too late.” Reid Hoffman, the co-founder of LinkedIn, shares an interesting perspective.

It’s not about failing, but about failing fast and learning faster.

Why This Matters:
In our quest for perfection, we sometimes lose the essence of evolution. When we fail fast, we open doors to immediate improvements. Failing fast means quicker feedback, sharper learning curves, and rapid adaptation. It is about resilience, adaptability, and not being afraid of feedback.

As we venture into this week, remember that every great innovation had its share of early setbacks. But it is those who embraced, learned, and pivoted who left an memorable mark.

Can this week be the moment you embrace ‘fail fast’?

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