Agile Development and user-centered thinking are not incompatible. In fact, two of the four pillars of the Agile Manifesto overlap perfectly with UX. In what is dubbed Agile UX, empathy and really listening to the needs of the stakeholders drives the process.

If you find yourself aligning teams, asking the tough questions, and moving projects forward, you’re a Product Champion—a unique kind of leadership role that requires balance and determination. Every team needs one, so let’s dig into what it takes.

Want to be an effective Product Champion? Learn the “languages” of those around you and get a grasp on what your colleagues do. You don’t need to be an expert, but you need to have more than just a cursory knowledge.

A capable, confident Product Champion is integral to success—but what, and who makes the best Product Champion? In our experience, the what is a balancing act and the who can be a surprise. The good news: the traits of a great Product Champion can be cultivated.

Sparkbox was hired by a large company to develop a design system to support their many initiatives. Unfortunately, the chosen Product Champion was not positioned for success. We have recommendations on how you can avoid pitfalls like these.

Are you accountable for the delivery of a software development product? Then you are a Product Champion. Learn more about the balance between strategic and tactical leadership, the resources you'll need to succeed, and the pitfalls you have to avoid.

On July 28, 2022, Sparkbox led an event to help you find your way as a Product Champion! In this online event, we shared how to avoid blockers, gather resources, and lead your products to success.

On September 15, Sparkbox hosted an online event focused on how project managers and product owners can work together to lead successful projects and teams.

Learn about the Project Management 3 C's—Clarity, Culture, Course Correction—and how these can be applied to your project manager role.

Learn how studios can closely partner with clients, create supportive team structures, and always stay curious to create mutual success.