Ijeoma Oluo
Bookshelf
Below is a curated selection of books on product management, leadership, equity, science, and culture that have influenced me. You can also find me on StoryGraph @kylepace.
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Library (7 books)
Cady Coleman
Sharing Space
In Sharing Space, astronaut and Air Force colonel Cady Coleman shares lessons from her NASA career: overcoming obstacles, leading teams, and thriving in high-pressure environments.
Working with Coders
“Working with Coders” by Patrick Gleeson is a practical guide for non-technical professionals to effectively collaborate with software developers. The book demystifies coding jargon, explains developers’ activities, and analyzes the unique pressures and priorities they face.
Articulating Design Decisions
Tom Greever’s “Articulating Design Decisions” emphasizes the importance of effectively communicating design choices to stakeholders. The book provides practical strategies for presenting designs, understanding stakeholder perspectives, and responding to feedback.
Marty Cagan
Inspired
INSPIRED shows how top tech companies like Amazon, Google, and Netflix create successful products. It provides actionable insights on building strong product teams, focusing on customer needs, and encouraging innovation.
Matt Lemay
Product Management in Practice
“Product Management in Practice” offers guidance for PMs, emphasizing essential skills such as communication, organization, research, and execution. It provides actionable insights and examples to help PMs navigate common challenges and effectively manage products throughout their lifecycle.
Financial Intelligence
“Financial Intelligence” is a comprehensive guide designed to demystify financial concepts for managers and professionals. It emphasizes the importance of understanding financial statements, cash flow, and key metrics to make informed business decisions.
Josh Kaufman
The Personal MBA
“The Personal MBA” is a self-guided business education resource that covers essential concepts such as value creation, marketing, sales, value delivery, and finance. It emphasizes understanding core business principles to make informed decisions and achieve success in various professional endeavors.