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Missionaries Vs. Mercenaries

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SVPG · Marty CaganSep 25, 2017

Customer Inspired; Technology Enabled

Sep 25, 2017 · 10 min

Marty Cagan argues that the common belief that great products come from listening to customers is a myth for technology products, because customers often cannot imagine what is possible or what they want until they see…

SVPG · Marty CaganNov 24, 2015

Missionaries vs. Mercenaries

Nov 24, 2015 · 3 min

Marty Cagan argues that strong product organizations are built on teams of missionaries, people who are engaged, understand the business context, and empathize with customers, rather than mercenaries who simply execute…