It seems like there are journey phases in consulting that parallel product management. With new PMs they want to learn the technical side, how to get software features built. Then they realize the importance of communication with developers, designers, customers, and business stakeholders in getting the right thing built. Without communication it’s tough to build software that’s desirable, feasible, and importantly - to keep the lights on - viable.

Communicating effectively is the heart of getting good work done.