In this special episode of Beyond Product Management, host Heather Miller is joined by a familiar voice—her husband and co-founder of PDRM Consulting, John Miller. Together, they dig into one of the most buzzed-about topics in both tech and product spaces: artificial intelligence.

Is AI going to replace product managers? Developers? Security professionals? Heather and John explore the real possibilities, the common misconceptions, and the risks—from hallucinated court cases to surprisingly accurate phishing emails.

You’ll hear:

• Why AI won’t replace product managers—but PMs who use AI might replace those who don’t
• The limitations of language models and why training data matters
• How AI is transforming cybersecurity and development workflows
• Where empathy, executive presence, and communication still reign supreme
• Heather’s honest take on how AI has shifted her mindset (and saved her time on a church potluck!)
• Why being “cautiously curious” is the best way to future-proof your tech career

Whether you’re still skeptical about using AI in your workflow or you’ve been testing prompts daily, this is the unfiltered conversation you didn’t know you needed.

Resources & Mentions:

• AI Weirdness – for a laugh and some AI perspective
• Rezoomex – A tool and facilitator program Heather uses to help PMs and entrepreneurs use AI more effectively

PDRM Consulting's mission is to help businesses reduce risk, specifically in the fields of Cybersecurity and Product Management.

Heather bridges the professional development gap in the corporate space by empowering growth-driven product managers to transition into strategic, results-oriented leaders. By focusing on enhancing key skills and decision-making capabilities, she helps them accelerate their leadership journey, achieve measurable outcomes more quickly, and excel in driving product success. Her approach ensures they thrive in their roles and unlock their full potential as impactful servant leaders within their organizations.

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Feeling underwater at work? You’re not alone—and you’re not lazy. In this episode of Beyond Product Management, I’m talking about that overwhelmed, maxed-out feeling so many high-achieving PMs face.

We’ll unpack:

• The real (and weirdly specific) signs you’re approaching burnout
• Why it’s often a structural problem—not a personal flaw
• My 3-step method to help you come up for air:

1. Triage the chaos
2. Build boundaries without blame
3. Ask for help—strategically

You’ll also hear how I prioritize when everything feels like a fire, and why you don’t need to be the “meeting glue” anymore.

✨ If you’re drowning in deadlines, consider this your life raft.

PDRM Consulting's mission is to help businesses reduce risk, specifically in the fields of Cybersecurity and Product Management.

Heather bridges the professional development gap in the corporate space by empowering growth-driven product managers to transition into strategic, results-oriented leaders. By focusing on enhancing key skills and decision-making capabilities, she helps them accelerate their leadership journey, achieve measurable outcomes more quickly, and excel in driving product success. Her approach ensures they thrive in their roles and unlock their full potential as impactful servant leaders within their organizations.

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Ever feel like speaking up about your work makes you look like you're bragging—or worse, like an imposter? You’re not alone. In this episode of Beyond Product Management, we’re talking about visibility without vanity—why advocating for your accomplishments isn't self-centered, it's strategic.

Heather dives into why self-promotion often feels awkward (especially for women in corporate spaces) and how to shift that mindset. Learn practical, ethical ways to build your visibility without losing your authenticity. Because hiding your wins isn’t humility—it’s sabotage.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why visibility is a leadership skill, not a character flaw
• The difference between humility and invisibility
• 7 practical ways to increase your visibility without feeling like a show-off
• The “What > Result > Next” framework for sharing accomplishments
• How to use async communication and visibility swaps to ease into self-advocacy
• Why keeping a “win folder” can shift your entire mindset

PDRM Consulting's mission is to help businesses reduce risk, specifically in the fields of Cybersecurity and Product Management.

Heather bridges the professional development gap in the corporate space by empowering growth-driven product managers to transition into strategic, results-oriented leaders. By focusing on enhancing key skills and decision-making capabilities, she helps them accelerate their leadership journey, achieve measurable outcomes more quickly, and excel in driving product success. Her approach ensures they thrive in their roles and unlock their full potential as impactful servant leaders within their organizations.

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In today’s off-the-cuff episode, Heather Miller takes a heartfelt detour from the planned content to explore the deceptively simple—but deeply transformative—power of the word “why.”

From a session at Pittsburgh ProductCamp to an early morning LinkedIn conversation, “why” has been showing up everywhere. And not just for customers—but in team dynamics, personal development, and organizational change.

Tune in to hear:

• Why “why” is the most powerful question in product and life
• How the Five Whys Method uncovers root causes beneath surface problems
• Why curiosity beats compliance when driving change
• How to avoid weaponizing “why” in retros, interviews, and leadership conversations
• The human advantage in an AI-powered world—and why asking the right questions still sets us apart

Whether you’re a product leader, people manager, or just someone trying to lead more intentionally, this episode is a love letter to the question that changes everything.

PDRM Consulting's mission is to help businesses reduce risk, specifically in the fields of Cybersecurity and Product Management.

Heather bridges the professional development gap in the corporate space by empowering growth-driven product managers to transition into strategic, results-oriented leaders. By focusing on enhancing key skills and decision-making capabilities, she helps them accelerate their leadership journey, achieve measurable outcomes more quickly, and excel in driving product success. Her approach ensures they thrive in their roles and unlock their full potential as impactful servant leaders within their organizations.

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In this special episode of Beyond Product Management, host Heather Miller is joined by her co-founder, husband, and cybersecurity expert John Miller for a deep dive into the intersection of product management and cybersecurity. From early-stage threat modeling to collaborating effectively with security engineers, this conversation is packed with actionable insights for PMs who want to build not just fast—but safe and trusted—products.

What You’ll Learn:

• When and how to bring cybersecurity into the product development lifecycle
• The basics of threat modeling and how it impacts your architecture
• Why security isn’t just IT’s job—and how PMs can lead the charge
• How to communicate risk to executives and prioritize security fixes
• Real-world examples of what happens when security is an afterthought
• Three practical steps product managers can take this week to level up their security mindset

Guest Bio:

• John Miller is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with certifications including CISSP, CEH, and CHFI. With a background in IT and over two decades of experience, he currently works as a security engineer for a major law firm, where he helps protect systems serving over 6,000 employees.

PDRM Consulting's mission is to help businesses reduce risk, specifically in the fields of Cybersecurity and Product Management.

Heather bridges the professional development gap in the corporate space by empowering growth-driven product managers to transition into strategic, results-oriented leaders. By focusing on enhancing key skills and decision-making capabilities, she helps them accelerate their leadership journey, achieve measurable outcomes more quickly, and excel in driving product success. Her approach ensures they thrive in their roles and unlock their full potential as impactful servant leaders within their organizations.

You can follow us for more daily content:

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We've all heard of the Minimum Viable Product, but what if that “viable” MVP is actually pushing users away before they ever get a chance to see your product’s real value? Inspired by a conversation with a group of CEOs and coaches, I challenge the traditional MVP mindset and offer a more impactful alternative: the Minimum Valuable Product.

In this episode, we explore:

• The true origin and intent behind the MVP concept
• A real-world analogy that’ll change how you think about "viable"
• Why functional isn't always enough—and how trust is easily broken
• The risk of over-scoping valuable and how to avoid it
• How to ruthlessly prioritize while delivering what truly matters

Plus, I leave you with a question to spark discussion with your team this week.

🎧 Whether you’re building v0.1 or about to launch, this mindset shift can make or break how users and stakeholders experience your product.

PDRM Consulting's mission is to help businesses reduce risk, specifically in the fields of Cybersecurity and Product Management.

Heather bridges the professional development gap in the corporate space by empowering growth-driven product managers to transition into strategic, results-oriented leaders. By focusing on enhancing key skills and decision-making capabilities, she helps them accelerate their leadership journey, achieve measurable outcomes more quickly, and excel in driving product success. Her approach ensures they thrive in their roles and unlock their full potential as impactful servant leaders within their organizations.

You can follow us for more daily content:

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Far from being negative or combative, a well-placed no is actually a sign of strong leadership, strategic thinking, and deep product ownership. Heather explores why saying no isn’t about rejection—it’s about clarity, boundaries, and focus. She shares stories from her own career, insights for handling difficult stakeholder conversations, and practical ways to reframe “no” as a powerful yes to what truly matters.

Whether you're a new PM trying to build confidence or a seasoned pro navigating executive pressure, this episode will leave you with a fresh perspective on how saying no can unlock the next level in your product career.

• Why saying yes to everything is really saying no to everything
• The emotional and cultural baggage we carry around saying no—especially as women in product
• How to communicate trade-offs with context and strategy
• When “no” needs to be louder, clearer, and unapologetically firm
• Adapting your message based on your audience (execs vs. clients vs. engineers)
• Why confident decision-making builds trust and credibility

What’s your most memorable “saying no” moment?

Share it on LinkedIn or tag us on Instagram—we’d love to hear your story.

PDRM Consulting's mission is to help businesses reduce risk, specifically in the fields of Cybersecurity and Product Management.

Heather bridges the professional development gap in the corporate space by empowering growth-driven product managers to transition into strategic, results-oriented leaders. By focusing on enhancing key skills and decision-making capabilities, she helps them accelerate their leadership journey, achieve measurable outcomes more quickly, and excel in driving product success. Her approach ensures they thrive in their roles and unlock their full potential as impactful servant leaders within their organizations.

You can follow us for more daily content:

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Strategy gets thrown around like confetti in the product world—but what does it actually mean for your day-to-day as a PM?

In this episode, we’re getting real about strategic thinking: why it matters, what happens when it’s missing, and how you can start making space for it even if your calendar is packed to the brim.

You’ll hear:

• A behind-the-scenes story from 2020 and what it taught me about reactive vs. strategic work
• The real reason your career might feel stuck in “catch-up” mode
• Three powerful questions to ask during your strategy time
• A simple calendar challenge to help you zoom out and lead with intention

If you’re tired of sprinting from meeting to meeting and want to build real influence, this one’s for you.

PDRM Consulting's mission is to help businesses reduce risk, specifically in the fields of Cybersecurity and Product Management.

Heather bridges the professional development gap in the corporate space by empowering growth-driven product managers to transition into strategic, results-oriented leaders. By focusing on enhancing key skills and decision-making capabilities, she helps them accelerate their leadership journey, achieve measurable outcomes more quickly, and excel in driving product success. Her approach ensures they thrive in their roles and unlock their full potential as impactful servant leaders within their organizations.

You can follow us for more daily content:

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From transparency and active listening to adaptability and proactive communication, Heather and Tabor break down the key elements of building long-lasting connections that lead to better products and smoother workflows. Whether you’re leading cross-functional teams, working with leadership, or navigating stakeholder dynamics, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you foster trust and drive impact.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why trust is the foundation of all business relationships

✅ How to communicate transparently and build credibility

✅ The power of active listening in stakeholder management

✅ Ways to tailor your communication style for different audiences

✅ How to maintain and nurture strong relationships over time

PDRM Consulting's mission is to help businesses reduce risk, specifically in the fields of Cybersecurity and Product Management.

Heather bridges the professional development gap in the corporate space by empowering growth-driven product managers to transition into strategic, results-oriented leaders. By focusing on enhancing key skills and decision-making capabilities, she helps them accelerate their leadership journey, achieve measurable outcomes more quickly, and excel in driving product success. Her approach ensures they thrive in their roles and unlock their full potential as impactful servant leaders within their organizations.

You can follow us for more daily content:

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In this episode of Beyond Product Management, we dive into the art of ideation and how product managers can generate fresh ideas at every stage of product development. Learn strategies like looking beyond your industry, brainstorming with constraints, and shadowing your users to uncover pain points. Discover how to validate your ideas through competitive analysis, market research, and customer interviews to ensure your best ideas resonate before going all in.

This episode is packed with actionable insights to help product managers innovate, challenge assumptions, and create products that stand the test of time.

Key Takeaways:

• Anticipate customer needs before they ask for them
• Push beyond conventional thinking with ideation techniques
• Validate your ideas to ensure they resonate with your audience

PDRM Consulting's mission is to help businesses reduce risk, specifically in the fields of Cybersecurity and Product Management.

Heather bridges the professional development gap in the corporate space by empowering growth-driven product managers to transition into strategic, results-oriented leaders. By focusing on enhancing key skills and decision-making capabilities, she helps them accelerate their leadership journey, achieve measurable outcomes more quickly, and excel in driving product success. Her approach ensures they thrive in their roles and unlock their full potential as impactful servant leaders within their organizations.

You can follow us for more daily content:

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