How do you measure the impact of product management coaching?

As a product manager, you can have three SMART goals for a year: - Increase customer satisfaction by 10% (small, but achievable figure). - Launch two new features that are highly requested by customers. - Improve the product onboarding process by reducing the time it takes for new users to become active by 25% (even this might be challenging). You can track progress and evaluate results using the following metrics: - Customer satisfaction survey results - Number of new features launched - Number of users who adopt new features - Amount of positive feedback received for new features - Time it takes for new users to become active You should also meet your mentor on a regular basis to discuss your progress and get feedback on your goals.

Something I found particularly useful is the comparison between feedback collected before and after coaching. Imagine a traveller leaving marks on a map to trace their route. Similarly, when you compare feedback snapshots, you're creating a visual record of your journey. This vividly illustrates the progress from where you began to where you stand today. It's like capturing the essence of growth and transformation in a snapshot. This method goes beyond numbers – it tells a story of how coaching has shaped your skills, mindset, and performance. Picture it as witnessing a transformation unfold before your eyes, highlighting the true impact of coaching in a practical and visible manner

Measuring the impact of product management coaching is like tracking progress in a video game. We pick key metrics (like points or levels in a game) to see how we're doing. We check these often and interpret their meaning - are we winning or losing? Based on this, we make changes to improve. We also use other methods like surveys (asking fellow players how we're doing), case studies (studying successful players), feedback, and self-assessment. This helps us play better and innovate, making the game more fun!

Your point on celebrating achievements adds an emotional and personal dimension to measuring coaching impact. It's a reminder that growth isn't just about numbers; it's about the confidence, motivation, and pride you derive from recognising your progress

Ask about the skills they've acquired, changes in their approach, and their perception of the program's impact. Evaluate whether coaching has improved cross-functional collaboration between product managers, development teams, and other stakeholders. Determine if coaching has led to better-informed and more strategic decision-making by product managers. Assess whether coaching has encouraged product managers to think more creatively and innovatively in solving challenges and designing new features. If coaching includes leadership skills, monitor whether product managers have developed better leadership qualities and the ability to inspire and guide their teams effectively.