"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."
"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:"
Designers apologize to product managers for occasional lateness, confusion, or vulnerability during collaboration. Designers acknowledge varied reactions from PMs—preference, patience, or tolerance—and present real-life, slightly exaggerated incidents. Requests like 'I need a PRD' can powerfully shape conversations but sometimes get misplayed. Multiple nearly identical design variations often appear because exploring twenty iterations may be necessary to reach the final design. Deadlines and buffer time create pressure, yielding promises like 'you will definitely get it in 3 weeks.' Secret UX testing and the 'Figma Black Hole' reflect messy handoffs. Designers recognize PMs' hard work coordinating between teams and express gratitude despite friction.
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