What’s the Best Way to Build a Team for a New Product?

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Zhiqi Shi · Accepted Answer

A shared goal and mutual trust.

Answer

When I built a team for a new product at my job, I started by clearly defining the product’s vision and identifying the key skills needed to bring it to life. I prioritized hiring people with diverse perspectives and a shared passion for solving the problem we were tackling.

For example, I brought on a designer who had deep empathy for our users and a developer who thrived in fast-paced environments. Beyond skills, I looked for team members who were collaborative and eager to learn from one another. One key lesson I learned was to focus on culture early—creating a space where everyone felt empowered to share ideas made a huge difference in how quickly we moved and innovated together.

Dongyoung Kwon · Answer

It’s just too diverse, so it’s really hard to say. Developing a new product feels so tough. 😭

What’s the Best Way to Build a Team for a New Product?

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