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Haris Mohammad
Principal Group Product Manager - Microsoft Security Engineering | Mentor | Speaker | (opinions are my own)
Haris Mohammad is a seasoned Product Management leader at Microsoft with over 20 years of experience in driving all aspects of Product Development, specializing in feature design, customer experience, engineering systems, lifecycle management, and more. Currently, he holds the position of Principal Group Product Manager in Microsoft's Identity & Network Access Engineering Division, focusing on engineering systems and lifecycle management for Microsoft Entra. Haris has an impressive track record of achievements, including significant improvements in internal developer productivity, leadership in designing and delivering key features for Microsoft Entra, and successful management of various product development initiatives within Microsoft, such as the Microsoft 365 website and Office 365's premium E5 offering. He is also credited with managing multimillion-dollar deployment programs and introducing new business models for partners. Haris has received several accolades for his performance at Microsoft, including awards for speaker excellence, operational innovations, and more. He is an accomplished speaker, having delivered numerous executive briefings and participated in speaking engagements at various industry events. In addition to his professional endeavors, Haris is actively involved in diversity and inclusion initiatives, where he has taken on speaking roles and spearheaded initiatives to promote measurable diversity and inclusion practices within his division. Haris's educational background includes studies in Computer Science and an Associate of Arts and Sciences degree from reputable institutions. Throughout his career, he has held key positions at Microsoft across different business units, showcasing his versatility and expertise in the technology industry.
Highlights
Reflecting on my speaking journey, Aristotle's persuasion principles still resonate with me. While logos (reason) often dominates in the professional arena, my experience underscores the pivotal role of pathos (emotions) in effective communication.
In both my career and personal interactions, I've discovered that genuine connection stems from empathy, making anecdotes and stories more impactful than raw data.
Prioritize the heart over statistics to truly win people over.
Practice empathy for a more compelling and influential approach both in work and life.
#publicspeaking #presentation #empathy #productmanagement, #leadership #effectivecommunication
The industrial revolution was one of the greatest periods of productivity improvement in human history. With the advent of Gen AI, one can argue that we are nearing or maybe even in a similar period of time. Since improving productivity is a core aspect of my team's scope, I delved into Adam Smith's "The Wealth of Nations" for insights from one of the great economic philosophers of that time. 📚 My first takeaway echoes the wisdom that intense focus yields ingenious solutions. "One is much more likely to discover easier and readier methods of attaining any object when the whole attention of their minds is directed towards that single object." This principle was pivotal in shaping the division of labor during the industrial revolution, propelling advancements beyond machinery. 💡 This concept resonates profoundly with effective product leadership. The ability to prioritize and concentrate the team's efforts on the most critical product areas is a paramount skill. In the current landscape of continuous integration and deployment, amidst a barrage of customer, partner, and business feedback, this task is no small feat. Yet, it's precisely these challenges that make the role of a product manager stimulating! 😊 ⚙️ Key Insights:
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Focus is Innovation: Smith's principle highlights that focus breeds innovation, a trait indispensable for a product leader.
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Adaptability is Fun: Thriving in today's dynamic environment requires adaptability—a challenge that makes product management an exciting endeavor.
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Continuous Improvement: Embrace the constant evolution of the industry and relish the opportunity to improve productivity in the age of Gen AI. #ProductLeadership #ProductManagement #Productivity #WealthOfNations
