Why data and intuition aren't enemies

The text discusses the interplay between intuition and data in product management, emphasizing that effective product teams use both to enhance decision-making rather than viewing them as opposing forces. It highlights the author's experiences at companies like SAP and Splunk, where they encountered resistance to data-driven decision-making due to a belief that intuition and user empathy are sufficient. The text argues for a reframing of data's role, suggesting it should serve as a checkpoint to guide instincts and prevent confirmation bias. It emphasizes the importance of adaptive metrics that evolve with user behavior and stresses the need for a data-informed culture, as exemplified by the author's experience at Statsig. The narrative culminates in the promotion of "The Pursuit of Imperfection: A Playbook for Outcome-Obsessed PMs," which provides frameworks for integrating data and intuition into product management practices.