Minimum Viable Professional – Sandro Mancuso & Valerija Makijenko

Discover the essential skills and mindset of a Minimum Viable Professional, including problem-solving, communication, and personal growth, to excel in your career and deliver value to clients.

Key takeaways
  • A good professional should be able to describe their work precisely and not just do it.
  • Professionals need to be good at understanding the problem they are trying to solve.
  • Good professionals should not complain and should be able to explain why they cannot do something.
  • Soft skills, such as communication and teamwork, are essential for professionals.
  • The way that professionals treat clients and their problem is what distinguishes them from others.
  • A good professional is able to make decisions cheaply and quickly.
  • It’s important to prioritize personal learning and professional development.
  • Professionals should be able to continuously improve and learn from their mistakes.
  • A good professional is able to justify their salary by showing the value they bring to their work.
  • It’s important to be able to negotiate and communicate effectively in a professional setting.
  • A good professional should be able to solve problems and make decisions independently.
  • The ability to learn and adapt quickly is essential for professionals.
  • Professionals should be able to prioritize and focus on the most important tasks.
  • It’s important to be able to work well in a team and communicate effectively with others.
  • A good professional is able to take ownership of their work and be accountable for their decisions.