Bookshelf of Product Manager | 8 Must-Read Books for PMs
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🔖 Read First
- Inspired by Marty Cagan
- Lean Analytics by Ben Yoskovitz and Alistair Croll
Lean Product and Lean Analytics by Ben Yoskovitz and Alistair Croll offers a framework for building data-driven products, focusing on metrics that matter.
- The Lean Startup by Eric Ries
- Cracking the PM Interview by Gayle Laakmann McDowell
📖 Read Later
- User Story Mapping by Jeff Patton
- Measure What Matters by John Doerr
- The Product Book by Josh Anon and Carlos Gonzalez de Villaumbrosia
The Product Book by Josh Anon and Carlos Gonzalez de Villaumbrosia is a comprehensive guide covering the product lifecycle, from ideation to launch.
- Hooked by Nir Eyal
Hooked by Nir Eyal explores how to create products that engage users through the Hook Model, focusing on habit-forming design.
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❓ PM Reading List FAQ
- Q: What are the best books for aspiring Product Managers?
- Start with "The Lean Startup" for foundational methodology, "User Story Mapping" for user-centered thinking, and "Cracking the PM Interview" for practical frameworks and career guidance.
- Q: How long does it take to read these 8 books?
- A: Most PMs complete this reading list in 3-6 months, dedicating 20-30 minutes daily. Use the "Already Read" tracker to monitor progress.
- Q: Should I read these books in order?
- A: Start with "Read First" column, then choose based on your immediate PM needs: The Product Book to Complete PM role overview, Hooked for better user engagement & retention, Measure What Matters for Goal-setting & OKRs, in User Story Mapping you’ll
- Q: Are these books relevant for senior Product Managers?
- A: Yes! Even experienced PMs revisit these books for advanced insights. The Lean Startup's principles scale to enterprise, and Measure What Matters becomes more relevant as you manage larger teams.
- Q: What's the ROI of reading PM books?
- A: PMs who invest in continuous learning report faster career progression and higher confidence in product decisions. Books provide frameworks that save hours of trial-and-error.