Da Vinci and Product MGMT

Leonardo da Vinci, though not a product manager by title, exemplified many qualities and practices that can be applied to modern product management. Here are some key lessons we can learn from him:

1. Curiosity and Continuous Learning

• Da Vinci’s Practice: Leonardo was deeply curious about a wide range of subjects, from anatomy to engineering. He constantly sought to learn and understand new concepts.
• Application to Product Management: Stay curious about your industry, technology, and user needs. Continuously learn and adapt to new information and trends.

2. Cross-Disciplinary Thinking

• Da Vinci’s Practice: Leonardo integrated knowledge from various fields, which helped him innovate and solve complex problems.
• Application to Product Management: Draw insights from different disciplines (e.g., design, engineering, psychology) to create well-rounded and innovative products.

3. Prototyping and Experimentation

• Da Vinci’s Practice: He created numerous sketches and prototypes of his inventions, testing and refining his ideas.
• Application to Product Management: Embrace rapid prototyping and iterative development. Test ideas early and often to refine and improve the product.

4. Attention to Detail

• Da Vinci’s Practice: Leonardo’s works are known…