"Dear PMs, we hear you, we're sorry, and sometimes we're just late, lost or laid bare. You like because. You love despite. And sometimes you tolerate the in-between. An ode to real-life incidents: some mine, a few borrowed, and all slightly exaggerated. 'I need a PRD' - the Draw 4 of product conversations Powerful, but sometimes misplayed The variations/options look the same, again! Sometimes we do need those 20 "almost similar" variations to reach the final design. Please bear with us."
"Deadlines and Buffer Time In our defense, we don't want to disappoint you. You will definitely get it in 3 weeks. The Secret UX Testing The Figma Black Hole Abandon all hope, ye who enter the file. We promise we'll get better at this. Taking one (too many) for the team We see the hard work you put in, the time you spend understanding us, and how you get completely mortared, pestled, and occasionally grilled between designers, stakeholders, and developers. Somehow, you still keep things moving - and we're endlessly grateful for that :)"
"Feeling a bit elated now? Here - this will bring you back to earth.We have a sibling-like relationship, and I take it upon myself to make sure you stay grounded. Start here: Part II: Designers love their product managers despite... (to be published)"
Designers express apologies for being late, lost, or exposed and acknowledge that product managers often accept imperfect answers. Designers note that many near-identical variations are sometimes necessary to reach final designs and ask for patience. Deadlines are negotiated with buffers to avoid disappointment, with optimistic delivery promises such as "you will definitely get it in 3 weeks." UX testing can be secretive, and Figma files are described as chaotic. Designers recognize the emotional and logistical strain PMs face between stakeholders, designers, and developers and convey gratitude while promising improvements.
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