October 2009 - Pivot Point Newsletter

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Product Management Tips, Resources, and a Moment of Zen

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Welcome to the October issue of Pivot Point, the Pivotal Product Management newsletter!

Three Keys to Selling a Business Case

Annual planning and budgeting is in full swing. If you want to ensure that your 2010 business case is approved, keep in mind these three immutable facts...
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Tool: Business Case Template

Take this month's 30-second survey for your complimentary copy!

Reference: Guide to Creating A Business Case

Reference: Planning Guide for Presenting Business Cases to External Audiences

Book: The Internal Sell: Encouraging Executive Influence and Accomplishment by Michael E. Friesen


	Play "PM Paycheck Predictions for 2010"! Do you predict an upward or downward trend in your pay next year? Answer one question and receive Pivotal PM's Business Case Template tool! Last month's survey asked how you contribute to the budgeting process. See the results >>



	Announcing the Pivotal Product Management Blog Each week we’re sharing hard-won tips and best practices from our ongoing work as product managers. We look forward to your comments! Read more online >>
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