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Product Owner
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
"Visionary Product Owners have a clear vision (or dream) for the future, they actively challenge the status quo, and are generally seen as inspiring leaders to follow. They have a relentless focus on what can be instead of on what is. It is their mission, vision, passion, and inspiration that is appealing for many people to follow.
Not everyone has the ability to envision a faraway and very different future, and that’s okay. A vision doesn’t always have to be a “10 years from today, put a man on Mars” kind of vision. Some visions are big, others are small—and not every vision necessarily succeeds. The main quality of a Visionary is the ability to share their vision in a way that motivates their team to work toward that goal. So, be inspired by Visionaries; consider what you might learn from them, what makes them effective, and what they might improve; and then improve your own Visionary stance as a Product Owner."
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- Excerpt from Introducing the Product Owner Stances
Who is the product owner and what is their Career path?
The product owner is a key role in agile software development. This person is responsible for defining and prioritizing the product backlog in order to ensure that the team is delivering value to the customer. They work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and communicate these to the development team via User stories that meet the INVEST Criteria.
As for the career path of a product owner, there are many opportunities for growth and advancement. Some product owners may choose to specialize in a particular industry or domain, while others may move into leadership roles within the organization. Additionally, many product owners go on to become entrepreneurs, leveraging their skills and experience to launch their own startups. Whatever path they choose, product owners are an integral part of the software development process and play a critical role in delivering successful products to market.