Jira Is Not the Problem – Process Is: Startup Lessons from a PM Veteran

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Watch the chat with Jens, Released co-founder and CEO. Jens shares his extensive journey at Atlassian, detailing his transition from a developer to a product manager and eventually to the CEO of Released.

He discusses the challenges of communication within teams, especially in remote settings, and how his new product aims to streamline release notes and improve stakeholder communication.

The discussion also touches on the complexities of using Jira and the importance of adapting product management practices to enhance team efficiency.

🔎 Takeaways
🔹 Effective communication is crucial for product management and team dynamics.
🔹 Remote work can hinder spontaneous idea generation and collaboration.
🔹 Jira's flexibility can lead to frustration if not set up correctly.
🔹 A well-structured backlog can prevent frustration and improve focus.
🔹 Teams should prioritize tasks based on relevance and urgency.
🔹 The future of product management may involve more AI integration.

00:00 - Chapter 1: Introduction and Setting Up Jira
01:01 - Chapter 2: Career Journey and Experience at Atlassian
03:12 - Chapter 3: Growth and Roles at Atlassian
07:07 - Chapter 4: Atlassian’s IPO and Team Culture
08:00 - Chapter 5: Product Management and Development Tools
10:53 - Chapter 6: Atlassian's Direction and Product Evolution
14:55 - Chapter 7: Integration and Tool Simplification
18:29 - Chapter 8: Founding Released and Early Concepts
22:36 - Chapter 9: Exploring Ideas and Building Released
25:27 - Chapter 10: Released Features and AI Integration
30:04 - Chapter 11: Remote Work vs. In-Person Teams
32:30 - Chapter 12: Love-Hate Relationship with Jira
36:35 - Chapter 13: Managing Backlogs and Product Discovery
40:26 - Chapter 14: Customer Feedback and Roadmap Management
44:00 - Chapter 15: Communication and Team Dynamics
46:45 - Chapter 16: Conclusion and Contact Information

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