The PM Tension Series: Part 1

Modern product management isn’t broken. But it is full of challenges that lead to tension inside and outside of product teams.

PMs constantly navigate competing forces: authority without accountability, speed versus understanding, and process versus progress. These tensions don’t disappear with better tools. They require judgment, influence, and tradeoffs.

The PM Tension Series explores the most common tensions PMs face today and offers practical ways to navigate them… without pretending there’s a single “right” answer.

In Part 1:

Stop owning everything. Start owning what matters. 

Product managers are often expected to “figure it out” when roles blur and responsibilities pile up. This webinar dives into why role confusion is so common—and what PMs can realistically do about it.  

Learn practical techniques for clarifying ownership, negotiating boundaries, and influencing stakeholders without authority. If you’re tired of accidental responsibilities and unclear expectations, this session will help you reset the rules of the game. 

What You’ll Learn:  

• How to clarify ownership without creating friction
• Techniques to negotiate expectations with stakeholders 
• A practical approach to influence without authority