Mike Shoss
About Mike Shoss
Over a decade in product management has honed my vision, drive, and dedication to creating standout digital solutions. With eleven years in the field, I've mastered the journey from ideation to delivery, always placing the customer at the heart of every decision. Agile methodologies and a strategic adoption of OKRs guide my approach, ensuring both alignment and measured outcomes. My experience has made me adept at crafting MVPs and wireframes that breathe life into innovative products aligned with market demands. As a Product Manager, my leadership transcends beyond managing products; I mentor and inspire teams to push boundaries, always upholding a data-driven, user-centric approach. I leverage OKRs to align cross-functional teams with clear objectives, fostering collaboration, and driving impactful outcomes. I'm not just about delivering products; I'm about ensuring that they resonate, make an impact, and drive growth. Key Achievements & Competencies: • Leadership & Strategy: Successfully led cross-functional teams in alignment with strategic roadmaps and OKRs, ensuring timely delivery and top-tier product quality. Experienced in the strategic leadership of multi-product businesses. • Stakeholder Management: Expertise in influencing without direct authority, ensuring unified goal setting, decisive action, and alignment through OKRs in complex environments. Product Lifecycle Management: Mastery over all phases, from ideation to end-of-life, including efficient CI/CD processes. • Validation Techniques: Proven track record of validating product ideas through methods like problem interviews, design sprints, A/B testing, and MVP creation. • Market Acumen: In-depth market research capabilities, including segmentation, competitor analysis, and value proposition crafting. • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in creating precise user stories, leveraging frameworks like Jobs to be Done and Behavior-Driven Development. Now, as I set my sights on broader horizons, I'm eager to bring my blend of strategic vision, leadership, and technical prowess to senior leadership roles where I can drive transformative product visions on a global scale.