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At Amazon, what is the difference between a Program Manager and Technical Program Manager? It looks like the Technical one gets paid about 25% more but not sure what roles/responsibilities they do differently. Amazon
Also how technical a background does someone need for a Technical Program Manager role?
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Haha, this one made me think, but honestly, my answer has to be Crocs. I remember when they first came out, just these weird, rubbery clogs that looked kind of goofy and honestly seemed like a passing fad. I never would’ve guessed they’d blow up the way they did. But over time, Crocs caught on with everyone from nurses and chefs to kids and even celebrities, and now they’re everywhere.
On - considering the establishment of the core sports shoe brands, it’s unbelievable that this Swiss came seemingly out of nowhere, especially considering that their use of major brand ambassadors is fairly limited compared to traditional brands.
MyFitnessPal way back in the day. I saw it referenced on reddit or some gym forum, downloaded it and started using it daily. I thought it was a great product, I just didn't think it'd have much widespread appeal. Then it started blowing up, got bought out by Under Armour if I remember correctly and now has a huge userbase.
One example that comes to mind is Slack. When it first launched, many didn’t see it as more than just another chat tool, and people questioned whether it would last in a crowded space. Fast forward to today, and it’s transformed how teams communicate and collaborate, especially in remote work settings. It’s a great case study in how products can evolve based on user needs. What about you? Any specific products you’re looking into?
Poppi, post-it notes, tiktok, crumbl cookies, disc-less video games, the re-emergence of records, and cash app to name a few.