Desmond ChoiEmbracing the Challenge: Finding Fulfillment in Coaching UnderperformersAs a new manager, I vividly remember the first time I had to address an underperformer’s behavior. My initial reaction was one of…Aug 20Aug 20
Desmond ChoiNot All Metrics Are Equal: Lessons from UpNest on Building a Successful MarketplaceIn the world of product management, marketplaces can seem like a balancing act — juggling supply and demand, user experience, and…Aug 20Aug 20
Desmond ChoiUnlocking Success: Lessons from Kazuo Inamori’s Philosophy on Attitude, Effort, and AbilityIntroductionAug 14Aug 14
Desmond ChoiThe Essential Framework for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Passion, Support, and PurposeEntrepreneurship is often glamorized as a journey driven by passion, innovation, and the pursuit of success. However, the reality is much…Jul 30Jul 30
Desmond ChoiStarting from Scratch: How to Build a Data-Driven Culture in Your OrganizationIn today’s competitive business landscape, being data-driven is not just a luxury — it’s a necessity. During my tenure at UpNest.com, I…Jul 24Jul 24
Desmond ChoiNo Average Users: Product Management Wisdom from ‘The Black Swan’In February 2017, I had the unique opportunity to spend a week in New York attending Nassim Nicholas Taleb’s Real World Risk 4th edition…Jul 21Jul 21
Desmond Choi5 Essential Strategies for Product Leaders to Effectively Manage Their TeamsAs a product leader, managing people effectively is as crucial as steering the product itself. Reflecting on my journey, I realize there…Jul 21Jul 21
Desmond ChoiFrom Suppressing Emotions to Leading with Empathy: My Journey Through TherapyGrowing up in Hong Kong, the notion of seeking help from a psychologist was often associated with severe mental health issues. The…Jul 19Jul 19
Desmond ChoiBreaking the Cycle of Overwhelm — Working Smarter, Not HarderDuring my tenure at UpNest, I encountered a pivotal moment that reshaped my approach to work and productivity. As a junior product manager…Jul 14Jul 14
Desmond ChoiInvesting in Your Future Self — Adapt or Become IrrelevantOne evening, as the office lights dimmed and the buzz of the day faded, I found myself in a deep conversation with my upper manager. His…Jul 14Jul 14