Product Voices
Product Voices is a podcast focused on the field of product management, offering practical insights for professionals navigating a constantly changing landscape. Each episode features experienced voices sharing real-world stories about learning and adapting in areas like market dynamics, customer needs, and evolving technologies. The show serves as a forum for continuous education and growth within the product management community.
Episodes
AI Is Everywhere, But What Business Impact Is It Making?
AI is everywhere, but what business impact is it really making? In this episode, JJ Rorie talks with Faisal Masud, President of HP’s Digital Services and Workforce Experience, about where AI is delivering clear ROI today, how it’s reshaping product teams, and why “less is more” when it comes to headcount. They explore the shift from dashboards to intelligent nudges, the move from seat-based pricin
Human-Centered Product Management in the Age of AI (with Amanda Di Dio)
In this episode of Product Voices, JJ Rorie sits down with Amanda Di Dio, Vice President of Partnerships at Optimistic Design, to explore how product teams can thoughtfully navigate AI without losing sight of what matters most: people.Amanda shares her journey from traditional program and product management into systems thinking and human-centered design—and how that shift changed the way she view
Beyond Features: How AI is Redefining the Product Manager’s Role
In this insightful episode of Product Voices, JJ Rorie talks with Gopikrishnan Anilkumar, Principal Product Manager at Amazon and member of the Forbes Technology Council, about how artificial intelligence is transforming the craft of product management.Gopikrishnan shares his journey from traditional software product management to leading AI-driven teams at major companies like Amazon, Walmart, an
Breaking into Product Management: Lessons from a Non-Traditional Journey
In this episode of Product Voices, Vinod Thomas, a product manager at Google, discusses his non-traditional journey into product management. He emphasizes the importance of transferable skills such as communication, collaboration, and data analytics, while debunking the myth that coding is essential for the role. Vinod highlights the value of networking and building genuine professional relationsh
Cultural Intelligence and Its Role in Shaping Product Strategy
On this episode, Dr. Chui Chui Tan dives into the critical importance of culturalization in product management. She explains that culturalization involves deep adaptation to local cultural nuances, behaviors, and mentalities, requiring continuous adjustment. Dr. Tan outlines three levels of culturalization and emphasizes the need for strategic research to uncover unmet needs and cultural sensitivi
Navigating the Perils of Product Leadership: Tips for Success
On this episode, we have a great dialogue and debate about the current state of product leadership. What's good. What's bad. What's ugly. :) You'll hear from Beks Yelland and Therese Stowell, both bringing their expertise and unique perspectives to the conversation.
The Power of Empathy in Product Management
In this episode of Product Voices, I speak with Cristina Crespo, VP of Product at Paytient, about the crucial role of empathy in product management. Cristina defines empathy, differentiates it from sympathy, and emphasizes its impact on creating user-centered products. We discuss how empathy correlates with business success through frameworks like the product-led growth flywheel, and she shares st
Product Isn't Working Anymore!
In this episode of Product Voices, we engage in an in-depth discussion about the evolving landscape of product management and the challenges it faces in what we term the "new age of product." Two exceptional guests, Tara Goldman and Mackenzie Hughes, who bring decades of experience in leading product teams and navigating the complexities of the tech industry, help unpack the realities of
The Two-Hour Design Sprint
In this episode, I talk with Teresa Cain, a prominent product and design expert, about her book "Solving Problems in Two Hours: How to Brainstorm and Create Solutions with Two-Hour Design Sprints." We delve into the two-hour design sprint methodology, emphasizing its role in rapid problem-solving and empowerment of product managers to lead collaborative sessions and shares practical step
Change Fatigue in Product Management
Hannah Clark, the Editor of The Product Manager, joins to discuss the complexities of change fatigue in product management. We explore how the relentless pace of change can drive innovation while simultaneously leading to team exhaustion and frustration. Hannah shares insights from her experience in startups and emphasizes the necessity for leaders to balance innovation with stability to maintain
Bridging Intention to Impact
Connor Joyce, author of "Bridging Intention to Impact" and senior user researcher at Microsoft joins us to discuss his book where he emphasizes the importance of focusing on user outcomes and behaviors in product management. He shares his journey in writing the book, stressing the need for evidence-backed decision-making and experimentation to drive successful products. Connor advocates
Scaling Products
Purni Siddarth, Principal Product Manager at Peek shares key insights from her experience at Expedia, Dividend Finance, and Peek, emphasizing the importance of optimized processes, software choices, and infrastructure for successful scalability. She advocates for a minimum viable approach, collaboration, and feedback to drive effective product scaling. Tune in for valuable perspectives on enhancin
How Product Managers & Leaders Can Prepare for their Next Career Steps
Join us in this episode as we chat with Chad McAllister, a renowned product management expert. Chad emphasizes the importance of continual learning in product management, touching on key aspects like strategy, portfolio management, and team dynamics. He offers advice on leveraging diverse backgrounds, transitioning into product management, and aspiring to leadership roles. Chad's insights she
Listening & Observing: A Key to Success in Product Management
In this episode, we discuss the vital skills of listening and observing and how these can lead to success in product management. Guest Monika Murugesan, a seasoned product executive, advisor, mentor, and guest lecturer at Northwestern University, shares practical tips are shared for enhancing these skills, leading to informed decision-making and successful product development.
The Future of B2C Subscription Products: The Impact of ML, AI, Data, & More
Sheetal Rajpal, an amazing product leader with experience at Amazon, LendingTree, and PepsiCo joins the podcast to discuss the future of B2C subscription products (and all digital products, for that matter) and how ML, AI, data analysis, and more will be shaping that future. Learn more at ProductVoices.com.
Future Proofing Your Products - Why Infrastructure is Sexy!
In this episode of Product Voices, our guest Kalia Aragon, Director of Product at Flatiron Health, discusses infrastructure and future-proofing products. She emphasizes the importance of diverse teams and a problem-solving approach. Kalia highlights the key attributes of future-proofing and advises product managers to engage early, build tech competency, and foster communication. She raises concer
How to Stand Out in the Product Management Job Market
On this episode, we discuss how to stand out in the product management job market. Our guest is Chris Mason, co-founder of Intelligent People, a product management recruitment agency.Chris shares his expertise on the evolving job market and the increasing visibility of product management as a discipline. He highlights the growing number of graduates and better training options in this field. Chris
The Relationship between the CPO & CTO
In this episode, we explore the crucial relationship between the Chief Product Officer (CPO) and the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). We discuss the need for partnership, open communication, and trust between these roles. Our guest, Jodi McDermott, shares valuable insights on building a strong CPO-CTO foundation. We emphasize the importance of compromise, alignment, and transparency in leadership,
The Product Momentum Gap
In this episode, we discuss the book "Product Momentum Gap" with authors Andrea Saez and Dave Martin. We explore indicators of a momentum gap in product management and the importance of aligning on customer value. Implementing the product value creation plan (VCP) helps filter out requests that don't align with defined value. Regularly articulating the VCP ensures alignment with the
Generative AI for Product Managers
Natalia Burina, a product leader with deep expertise in AI, joins this episode to discuss Generative AI and its potential impact for product managers. The conversation with Natalia, a former leader at Meta, Salesforce, Samsung, eBay, and Microsoft, weaves through many important focus areas, including:The potential and limitations of generative AI. Generative AI and its potential impact on business
Elevate Your Product Strategy Game
In this episode of Product Voices, Gayatri Diwan, a seasoned product leader, joins to discuss product strategy and its importance in product management. She emphasizes that product strategy should answer three important questions: Why the product is neededWho it is being built for, and What it aims to achieve.Gayatri also shares her seven-step plan for creating a product strategy:Who is your custo
Product Operations - with Melissa Perri & Denise Tilles
Melissa Perri and Denise Tilles, authors of Product Operations: How Successful Companies Build Better Products at Scale, discuss the concept of product operations and why it is crucial for product teams and organizations. Product operations is the enablement function of product management, providing data and insights for strategic decision-making and ensuring alignment within the product developme
Using the Octalysis Framework to Increase Product Adoption
In this episode, we explore the Octalysis Framework with expert Amit Arora to understand how it drives product adoption. The conversation covers the 8 core drivers of customers: Epic Meaning, Accomplishment, Empowerment, Ownership, Social Influence, Scarcity, Unpredictability, and Avoidance. We discuss the relevance of psychological drivers and the importance of human emotions in decision-making.
Emerging Technologies: A Panel Discussion
In this episode of Product Voices, we venture into a world transformed by emerging technologies, with esteemed guests Eva Agapaki, Tatyana Mamut, Katharina Koerner, and Yuying Chen-Wynn. These tech pioneers offer their insights into emerging technologies that will impact our world for years to come. We grapple with the immense promises of AI as it has evolved from predictive to generative, and fro
Building Products That Connect People
In this episode of the Product Voices podcast, we speak with Yasmin Kothari, the product director for Bumble for Friends. Bumble for Friends is an app designed to connect people nearby who share similar interests and friendship goals. It provides a convenient way to expand your friendship circle, with features like group conversations and a 72-hour response window. Yasmin shares insights on buildi
Breaking Into Product Management
What if there was a roadmap to break into the dynamic field of product management? We've got Rajat Tiwari on the show today, a promising future product manager and current master's student at Johns Hopkins, to guide you through his personal journey. Rajat's humble beginnings dreaming of Silicon Valley led to the creation of a hospitality website showcasing his web development and AP
Navigating the Landscape of Product Consulting
Get ready for a deep dive into the world of product consulting with our special guest, the seasoned consultant, entrepreneur, and leader, Mary Beth Snodgrass. Buckle in as we traverse the terrain of product consulting and its growing popularity, tackling topics from managing product challenges to exploring the gig economy. Mary Beth takes us inside her collective, the PAC, shedding light on their
Product Management: A Career for the Curious
Priya Kasi-Chari, senior director of product management at PeopleReady, joins us on Product Voices to share her inspiring story of resilience and success. Her unique blend of creative pursuits - including classical dance, language learning, and sewing - has greatly shaped her product management career, bringing a refreshing perspective to the industry.But what's the secret sauce to a thriving
How to Say No: Protecting your Backlog, Strategy, and Mental Health Through Product Leadership
Ever wondered how the magic word 'no' can catapult your product management career to a whole new level? Then it's time to tune in! We're graced with the presence of Jo McCawley, a senior director of product and seasoned veteran of the ad tech world, and he's ready to reveal the importance of saying 'no' in product management. We touch on everything from setting b
Unlocking the Power of Data in Product Management
Unlock the power of data with Graham Reed, a seasoned product management professional, as he reveals how data can transform your product management strategies. Can you imagine how understanding data can help to build better products and make effective decisions? Graham, who leads product operations at Cobalt, shares interesting insights from his 12-year journey in the world of product management,
"The Product Industry": Have We Gone Too Far?
In this great conversation with Beks Yelland, we delve into the ins and outs of "product tech" and the "product industry" and its evolving impact on product teams and product managers. As product management has become more visible and popular, there are more and more tools, resources, frameworks, and more being thrust upon product managers. Has it become too much? Beks sheds l
What's More Important: Domain or Product Management Knowledge?
Welcome to Product Voices, where we spotlight the brightest minds in the world of product management! Today Jennifer Spanos, a seasoned expert in the CPG and software product management realm, joins us for a chat that will challenge your thinking and give you an edge in your product management journeys. With a rich repository of knowledge, Jennifer shares the importance of striking a balance betwe
Building a Healthy Product Culture
Get ready to unravel the true meaning of culture within organizations with our incredible guest, Tatyana Mamut. Tatyana breaks it down for us by highlighting how culture is much more than workplace benefits - it's the environments and structures that leaders establish, shaping what their teams can or can't achieve. So, if your organization isn't hitting the mark, it might be time t
Data, AI, & Domain Knowledge in Product Management
Are you ready to unlock the dynamic relationship between data and product management? We sat down with Mike Alvarez, a seasoned tech guru and the CTO and Head of Product for NeuZeit Group, who gave us an exploratory journey of how data can be a product in itself, or a catalyst for fantastic products, and shares valuable insights on how to ensure that data enriches a product without overshadowing i
How to Find the Right Product Role (and Company) For You
Ever wondered how to navigate through the labyrinth of career moves in product management? This episode promises to be your definitive guide. Our guest, Cassidy Fein, shares her wealth of experience, gained from Pendo, Vimeo, and Echo 360. Listen in as she unveils how to identify the right roles and companies and strategize your career moves. We also discuss the current market pulse and how to con
Scaling Up - Products, Startups, and Teams
What if you could unlock secrets to managing product scale-ups without falling into common pitfalls or inviting burnout? This episode, we bring you just that, with our expert guest, Marissa Fong. With a decade of experience under her belt, Marissa shares her unique insights from her journey across various industries. Listen in as we discuss strategies, processes, and skills necessary for successfu
A Business-First Approach to Product
Are you striking the right balance between customer focus and business acuity in your product management career? Join us as we welcome Frank Tisellano, a B2B product leader with experience at Google, Kaseya, and others. Frank shares his journey and realization of the importance of this balance. Discover how understanding the impact a product has on a company's business is key for success and
How to Build a Flywheel
Aakash Gupta, the Product Growth guy and VP Product at Apollo, joins to discuss how to build a flywheel.We discuss:What is a flywheel and what does it mean? What are some prerequisites that a business needs to have in place in order to succeed in building a flywheel?The biggest mistakes that are made when trying to build a flywheel across your organization. And much more!Learn more at ProductVoice
Finding Your Voice as a Product Manager
Victoria Ku, director of product at Highnote, joins the podcast to discuss finding your voice as a product manager. Such an important and fun conversation. We discuss...How to find your voice as a product manager. How to best use that voice in the workplaceHow leaders can best help their team find their voice. What impact will payments have on the world in the future? (a bonus discussion based on
Using Customer & Product Feedback for Innovation
Kareem Mayan, co-founder of Savio, joins this episode to discuss how great product teams leverage customer and product feedback for better products, and specifically how feedback can help us innovate on and optimize existing products.We discuss:What’s the difference between innovation and invention? What are the biggest mistakes product teams are making when it comes to leveraging feedback? Do pro
Roadmaps: A Prototype of Your Strategy
Janna Bastow, CEO of ProdPad, joins this episode to discuss how product teams can build and use successful roadmaps. She also shares some insights on what makes great product managers and how to stand out when trying to move into product management from other roles.Highlights:On roadmaps...What is a roadmap? What are the prerequisites for a roadmap? (hint: you can’t have a really successful roadma
Building Amazing & Accessible Products
In this episode, Dave Dame, director of product accessibility at Microsoft joins to discuss how great teams and organizations use principles to best build products that are inclusive and accessible to users of all ability levels.Highlights of the discussion:"It’s not a disability that holds me back, it is the environment.”Everyone will be disabled at some point, even temporarily. Products tha
Fanatical Time Management in Product
Great product managers are fanatical about prioritizing the things that will make the biggest impact on their product.In this episode we discuss some of the activities that product managers should not be leading and some ways that product managers can be fanatically prioritize their time.We discuss:What a product manager is NOTWhy product managers get pulled into some of these activities Creating
A People-First Approach to Product Management
Bria King, a product coach and product leader with experience in social good, networking, online marketing, and hospitality industries discusses a people-first approach to product management.We discuss:What is people-first product managementWhat are the benefits of people-first PMHow leaders and teams can move toward a more people-first culture
The Product Spine - Aligning Strategy, Roadmap, and Tasks for Better Products
Chris Butler joins to discuss the "product spine" - how teams can align strategies, roadmaps, and tasks, and make sound decisions along all of them.Chris is an all-around product expert, currently Lead Product Manager at Google, with past stints as head of product operations at Cognizant and a product leader at Facebook, Kayak, and Waze.We discuss:what is the product spinehow teams can a
Focusing on the Services Around Your Products
Ensuring your product has the proper level and types of services around it can improve and optimize the user experience. We often forget how important these services can be to the overall success of a product.In this episode, Tania Sahai, product leader and founder of The Silver Pallete, joins to discuss how product managers and teams can focus on the important services that surround products.Lear
A Conversation on Product Leadership
On this episode, Matt LeMay joins to discuss Product Leadership. Matt LeMay is an internationally recognized product leader, author, and consultant who has worked with companies like Spotify, Audible, Mailchimp, and Google. He is the author of Agile for Everybody (O’Reilly Media, 2018) and Product Management in Practice (Second Edition O'Reilly Media, 2022), and has helped build and scale pro
Maximizing Your Impact by Building Products for Internal Customers
When we think about building products, we most often think about products for external customers. However, many product teams create solutions for internal customers - those fellow employees who use our products to help them better do their job. These “internal products” can have a huge impact on the business. In this episode, Sharon Aluma, Senior Technical Product Manager at Amazon Robotics joins
Inclusive Design: Making Products for Everyone
We have a responsibility in product management to avoid exclusionary solutions and so it is incumbent upon us to learn inclusive design principles. We must learn how to design products that not only intentionally include but avoid unintentionally excluding groups. Sandra Camacho, a multicultural Inclusive Design strategist, educator, and advisor based in Paris, France, joins this episode to discus
The Secret to Unlocking Value: How to Maximize Your Product's Price
Dan Balcauski, founder and principal consultant at Product Tranquility, joins to discuss The Secret to Unlocking Value: How to Maximize Your Product's Price.We discuss: Three types of value driversHow to know what our customers valueHow to measure pricing effectivenessHow companies find their value metricThe connection between customer segmentation and pricingAnd more!Learn more at ProductVoi
Innovation & Product Ideation
Innovation and product ideation is one of the core tenants of successful product management. We simply have to get this right in order to put impactful nuanced, valuable, differentiated products and solutions out in the market for our customers. In this episode, Jennifer Glenski, Director of Product Management for BMC Software's Innovation Labs joins to discuss innovation and product ideation
Agency & Accountability in Product Management
Agency and accountability are so very important to the success of a product manager - not only embracing this themselves but also having the organization set up in a way and the culture set up in a way that expects accountability and allows agency with product managers. On this episode, Amanda Ralph, Principal Product Manager at Papercut, joins to discuss agency and accountability in product manag
The Importance of Alignment in Product Management
On this episode, Jonathan Hensley, the CEO and Chief Product Officer at EMERGE and author of Alignment: Overcoming Internal Sabotage and Digital Product Failure, discusses why alignment is critical to product success, and what teams can do to become more aligned.We discuss four types of alignment:IndividualTeamOrganizationMarket
Becoming a More Inclusive Leader by Embracing and Celebrating Neurodiversity
Product management is one of the best jobs in the world but it comes with great responsibility. If we are building products, we must ensure that we are putting inclusive products out in the world. And for leaders, inclusive leadership is paramount to a successful team and positive culture. In this personal, poignant, and impactful episode, Stephanie Leue, Chief Product Officer of Doodle shares how
How Fundamental Business Principles Drive Modern Product Management
There is a lot of buzz about product management. So many people want to get in the field. It is a fun, exciting profession and is getting the limelight like never before. But product management has been around for a long time. It has evolved over the years, thankfully. But much of modern product management is rooted in fundamental business principles. We sometimes overcomplicate product management
Core Challenges for Product Managers and Product Leaders
In this episode, Rich Mironov joins to discuss the core challenges of product managers and product leaders and how to combat these challenges. We discuss:The reality of product managers leading with influence and no authorityBalancing the long-term health of your product when so many of your stakeholders are focused on the short-termLearn more at ProductVoices.com.
Reflections on the First Year of Product Voices
While it is impossible for me to pick top moments from this year. There are simply too many great moments. I have loved each and every one of the conversations I have had on the 47 episodes, and each guest has brought their own unique insights to the show and we've all learned from each one.But in this episode, I highlight some moments that I found especially meaningful or insightful from Pr
Five Dysfunctions of Product Teams
Saeed Khan joins to discuss five dysfunctions common across product teams. These include:1. Poor Job Definitions2. Under-skilled Product Managers3. Poor Processes4. Unclear Objectives5. Weak Product Leadership
Solving a Unique Problem... Innovation Spotlight: Tastee Tape
Tyler Guarino and Marie Eric, graduate students at Johns Hopkins University, join to discuss their invention Tastee Tape - an edible tape that helps secure burritos, wraps, and other foods. What started as a school project has now been featured by Jimmy Fallon, Ryan Seacrest and many others, and was recently named one of Time's Top Inventions of 2022!We discuss:How the idea came aboutThe mome
Better Product Innovation Starts With User-Centric Research
Rex Chekal, principal product designer at TXI discusses user centric research, specifically:Why product innovation should be rooted in user research & what does that research look like How can product managers weigh the needs of two distinct user groups during the research and design processDefining a culture of innovationThreats to innovation within an organization
Moving into Product Management After Years in Other Roles
In this episode, Eva Beasley, Product Manager at UiPath shares her story about how she moved into a product management after years in technical support roles.She shares why she thought the product manager role was for her, and we also discuss:how her time in technical support got her ready for the role in product being a woman in productadvice to others on how to move into product how technical a
Overcoming The Fear of Rewriting Your Career Story (Especially as an Immigrant)
Nada Buhendi is the CEO and certified master career coach at Unleashing Your Awesome. On this episode, she shares how she transitioned careers and the unique issues that arose from being an immigrant to a new country.We discuss:Why she quit a job via text! Challenges of learning a new industry or roleUnique challenges that immigrants have when changing jobsThe personality types that tend to be gre
The Importance of Communities, Mentors, and Side Projects in Your Product Career
How can community of peers, mentors, and select side projects help your product management career? In this episode, Naimeesha Murthy, VP Product at New Venture Labs and Founder of Products by Women, shares her journey in product management - including founding and growing a global networking and education community, leveraging mentors across her career and life, and finding side projects that stok
Why 'Product Strategy' is a Misnomer
Do we need a separate product strategy or do we need to a plan to align our activities with an overarching business strategy? Ryan Frederick, author and Principal/Founder of AWH makes the case for the latter in this episode."Strategy is supposed to be something that is singular. A company has a strategy not strategies." Learn more:Ryan's books are: The Founder’s Manual: A Guidebook
Mental Health & Product Management
Mental health is a topic that is, thankfully, being spoken of more openly these days. Especially in roles like product management and technology where there is a lot of complexity, visibility, and pressure, it is really important to openly discuss issues around mental health.In this important episode, special guests Graham Reed and Jacquelyn Guderley, founders of the Product Mind Community join to
Conscious Product Management
How can we make better, more inclusive, more equitable, more conscious products?In this episode, Lisa Zane, CEO and Founder of Conscious Product Development shares how product managers and product teams can build more conscious products and solve the right problems for the right reasons.Learn more from Lisa at www.consciousproductdevelopment.com and find resources mentioned on the episode below:Th
Extra-Remote Work (like really, really remote!) - and how it can make you a better product person
On this episode, Zachary Hanson joins to discuss his very unique version of remote work - living and working in Atlanta, Idaho, USA, a town with a population of 35 people. Yes, 35! The closest grocery store is four hours away. He has learned to live without instant connectivity and share some lessons that has come from that...Learning to find value in no meetings and lots of focus timeCommunicatin
Deep Dive into AI / ML Product Management
In this episode, with guest Prerna Kaul, Senior Technical Product Manager at Amazon, we dive deep into product management for Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning products, including:Overview of AI / ML productsBuilding a strategy for AI / ML productsDesigning AI / ML productsIterating and improving AI / ML productsRoot cause analysis for AI / ML productsGetting into AI / ML product manageme
What Level of Tech Skills Does a Product Manager Need?
While product managers should first and foremost be experts on the market and the customer problem, it’s no secret that some level of understanding of the solution is important. But what is that level? On this episode, we explore that question.Jan Lukas Haslbeck, founder of NATE, joins to discuss:The difference between skills and literacyWhy a product manager needs tech skills and/or literacy.What
Dealing with Product Failure: Emotional Resilience
We "fail" a lot in product management… a feature doesn’t resonate. A project goes off the rails. Our revenue or usage or retention numbers aren’t what we forecasted. But we need to redefine failure. We need to realize that through this "failure", we learn. We grow. We become better. Emotional resilience is paramount for us in product management.Susana Lopes, Director of Product
How Product Managers Can Spend More Time on Things That Matter
Product managers often spend time on things that don't add the most value to their products. They're pulled in to put out fires or do other things that, while important at the time, may not necessarily be the things that will "move the needle" for their products. This episode features guest David Pereira, Head of Product at Virtual Identity. David shares insights on:Reasons PMs
Taking a Chance on a New Product Manager - Advice for Hiring Managers and Candidates
Product management is hot. Many people want to get into a career in product. And while there are lots of product manager job openings, companies and hiring managers most often expect product management experience and rarely take a chance on hiring someone without previous product experience. In this episode, Jen Yang-Wong, Director of Product at Contrary Capital, joins to discuss:why hiring manage
Harnessing Imposter Syndrome in Product Management
We hear a lot about imposter syndrome in product and tech. Even the most confident of us can sometimes feel like we don't belong or deserve the place we're in.On this episode, we look at imposter syndrome from a different perspective... how we can harness it for strength.Sophie Lalonde, Group Product Manager at Productboard, talks about how you can leverage imposter syndrome to:Bring a
Soft Skills in Product Management
We talk a lot about the hard skills needed in product management - technical knowledge, processes and frameworks, methodologies, financial acumen, etc., but truth be told, soft skills are every bit as important as the hard skills in successfully navigating the PM role. On this episode, Manosai Eerabathini, product manager at Figma, shares his thoughts on:his own journey in product management the m
Women in Product Podcast crossover - an Interview with Radhika Dutt
In this episode, we are sharing an episode of the Women in Product Podcast - part of their Great PM Books Series. JJ Rorie interviews Radhika Dutt, author of Radical Product Thinking. Learn more at https://www.womenpm.org/wip-podcast or productvoices.com.
The Emotional Side of the Product Manager Role
The product manager role can be fun, exhilarating, highly rewarding…. and difficult! There are so many cross-functional partners involved, so many moving parts, so many decisions to make. It can be quite difficult at times on our emotions and well-being. This episode is all about the emotional side of PM, something we don’t talk about enough.Nicole Daines, product leader at Rosie, joins the podcas
A Unique Approach to Roadmap Planning & Communication
Roadmaps are always a hot topic in product management. How to best use roadmaps? What should they represent? How to best connect them to strategy? Who should be involved with creating them? With whom should we share them? There aren’t that many teams and organizations that have really mastered the creation and use of roadmaps. On this episode, Navya Rehani Gupta, Chief Product Officer at Peek, sha
Storytelling in Product Management
There are few things more important in product management than communication. Product is an inherently cross-functional discipline that requires product teams to constantly communicate about all aspects of the product, the customer, the workstreams ongoing within the org. Effective communication is bedrock to success. One aspect of communication - and connecting with audiences - is storytelling. S
How to Know The Right Next Step When Applying Best Practices
Organizations and product teams are always striving to improve. To optimize their operations, their structure, their workflows, and the ways in which the teams work. There are myriad “best practices” that can be deployed, and it’s sometimes quite difficult to know what is the best next change to make. What is the thing that if we improve upon, it will make the biggest impact. That is not always ea
Onboarding Product Managers
A lot of people have been moving jobs over the past couple of years. The average tenure of a product manager seems to be shortening. Moving companies and even industries can be a good thing for someone’s career. New employees can bring new viewpoints, experiences, and an invigorating energy to the organization. But companies also must ensure that new product managers get onboarded and integrated i
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