[Product Owner/Manager] What do you expect this job as a product owner role

Question 1

P1 Not much distinction: Strategic and Operational Leader

Answer 1

I see the Product Owner as a strategic and operational leader within the Agile development framework, responsible for bridging customer needs, business objectives, and the technical capabilities of the development team.

Question 2

P2 backlog, user stories, acceptance Critiria, refinement and prioritizaiton

Answer 2

In this capacity, product Onwer is responsible for translating the product vision into actionable tasks and prioritizing the backlog based on business value. This involves writing clear, concise user stories, setting acceptance criteria, and ensuring that each story aligns with the overall product goals. PO also focus on maximizing the team’s output by continuously refining the backlog and adjusting priorities as requirements or feedback evolve.

Question 3

Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, daily stand up, reviews, retrospective.

Answer 3

PO actively participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. These activities help maintain a clear focus on the objectives, enable necessary adjustments to the strategy, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. My experience has taught me that a strong Product Owner role within the Agile team ensures the product’s alignment with both user needs and the company’s broader goals.

Answer 4

In the companies I’ve worked for, there hasn’t been a strong distinction between the roles of Product Manager and Product Owner. As a product manager, I’ve taken on the responsibilities of a Product Owner and even more.