First 100 Days in New Product Management Position
This briefing will guide you through some important activities that can help you make the biggest impact possible in your "initial period" in a new PM position.
Links to Productivity Tools referred to in briefing:
Each has an explainer video and makes the tool available for download.
Summary
The first 100 days in a new position are critical and set the tone for the next 24 months in your role.
Take a strategic, structured approach to maximize your impact during this initial phase.
Performance management is essential—align with your direct manager on what success looks like and set clear goals and objectives.
Use a Listening Tour: set up 1:1 meetings with key stakeholders (engineering, sales, marketing, etc.) to build relationships and understand their challenges.
Assess the health of key relationships to prioritize stakeholder management efforts. Identify areas needing improvement or attention.
Manage risks early by identifying potential issues that could disrupt your roadmap or commitments.
Use tools such as the New PM Assignment Activity Backlog and Risk Assessment Tool to help prioritize tasks and assess risks effectively.
Regularly engage with stakeholders to align on goals, expectations, and to demonstrate your commitment to making an impact.