In the role of a product owner, only managing the backlog is not the only job, the product owner wears different hats at different times to make this role a success. Product development encompasses tons of discussions with clients, with the development teams and with the leadership. Having a product owner playing a facilitator comes into the picture to ensure the team has a collective outlook on what needs to be done and getting the clients to have the RIGHT expectations on the output. 

The product owner can be visionary for the teams and they look up to this role to provide the product vision and HELP them stay focused to achieve it. For sure, the product owner drives the product for successful delivery, he/she will ensure teams are pulling up the right work and coordinates with the clients ensuring the alignment on the expected delivery. Being in a role of a product owner does not only involve a comprehensive understanding of the product but it ALSO demands the ANALYTICAL, strategic SKILLS and needs to comprehend the company’s technology and interface with the development team in order to successfully lead the approach for the product.