vickylihorst

Founder & Product Coach

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

Before you Build: How do you Know if your Product Idea is Worth Pursuing? https://t.co/9mEEJZS2eb

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

In an interview, “tell me about yourself” is often viewed as a formality so you can move on to the “real questions”. But in reality, it can make or break your whole interview. Show why they should hire you. https://t.co/wFHwwj165U

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

Product management is hard, especially at early stage. Talking through these questions out loud can be immensely helpful!
#ProductManagement #ScientificProduct #BiotechProducts #marketFit #lifeSciences

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

1️⃣ What would make your customer want your product enough that they use or buy right now?
2️⃣ If your product was no longer available, how upset would your customers be?
3️⃣ What would make your customers rave about your product voluntarily?

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

There is a distinction between product desirability and market fit. Having product desirability alone can’t sustain your team or business. You have to go deeper.

3 essential questions to help you get started:

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

Having a good idea for a scientific product is hard, but bringing that idea to market is even harder.

Many people will tell you “cool idea! I’d love that!” So you build and ship it.

Your targeted users are too busy with their science. They won’t pay for it, or even try it.

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

@jejomath and I made a ~30 min podcast episode discussing product feature prioritization with unique considerations for Biotech companies. Check it out: https://t.co/QJVHwlDnsE

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

@nilshomer I will be there!

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

@ArkBiotech More details in the job posting: https://t.co/x47NhOvLpJ

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

I'm in touch with a #biotech startup called Ark Biotech. They are looking for a Founding Product Manager.

If you are interested, let me know and I will help make an introduction.

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

@ArkBiotech
Here are some highlighted criteria for the PM role:
* have 0-1 experience in product management
* able to be onsite (Cambridge, MA)
* have scientific knowledge/background

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

@kberger @lennysan Congrats on the new epidosde!

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

Thanks for organizing @Imjmill

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

The last Tough Tech On Tap event! https://t.co/iXq2xIAgfy
If you are in the #kendallsquare area, consider joining the next one!

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

Does your engineers and designers have a strong product understanding?

🔎 Here is a quick health check: can they articulate the product vision, top priorities, and the strategy to achieve the goal?

More details 👇
https://t.co/AR5A88Cdzq

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

A new article: Why Protecting Engineering's Time May Be Hurting Your Company

#EmpoweredTeams #EngineeringEfficiency #ProductTeams #MissionaryNotMercenary

https://t.co/jV5kB04sH7

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

Link to article: https://t.co/lQ7ePjwXWV

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

I recently joined @belsito to speak at the @prodcollective’s industry product interviews and wrote up an article about some insights I shared with the audience: 4 important aspects of product management in Healthcare/Biotech, and also lessons for all tech product folks

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

1️⃣ Deeply care about the problem and users
2️⃣ Grow your adaptability muscles
3️⃣ Put compliance, security, and privacy at the front of your mind
4️⃣ Know when to seek Subject Matter Experts
Which of these aspects do you find most challenging in your role?

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

https://t.co/sn3cOXRyO9

[vickylihorst @vickylihorst]

In my most recent newsletter, I had the honor to chat with @ekarofsky, founder of VectorHX, about the collaboration between UX and Product. This piece delves into the unique challenges faced in biotech/healthcare and practical steps to overcome these challenges.