doing it my way by beata matras

"Ignoring feedback from users is the biggest mistake you can make"

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Guest Overview:

Kamil Cupial is the Product Lead, a lecturer and author, sharing his insights about product management best practices.

With extensive experience in both large companies and startups, Kamil combines his expertise in product management with a deep interest in cognitive science to understand user and stakeholder decision-making processes.

Episode Focus:

The episode delves into strategies in project and product management, highlighting common reasons behind product failures and how to avoid them, effective product discovery techniques, actionable strategies for product development and stakeholder management.

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Duration: Approx. 61 minutes

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"Trust within the team is vital; a product's success reflects the quality of relationships in the team"

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Guest overview:

Anna Nojek is a UX/UI Designer with a background in interior design and a passion for Harry Potter. She believes in adding a touch of magic to digital products, making them accessible to both tech-savvy users and novices. Anna is dedicated to ethical design, ensuring her solutions address real user needs while fostering a supportive environment.

Episode focus:

The episode focuses on Anna's career journey as a UX/UI Designer, highlighting her transition from an unsatisfying role to a fulfilling position at CD Projekt Red. The conversation delves into the impact of UX design in various industries, ethical design practices, and practical advice for aspiring designers.

Duration: Approx. 64 minutes

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"Failures are a part of every day in software engineering; it's how we learn and grow"

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Guest:

⁠Olga Huzarewicz ⁠is a software engineer with a rich background in developing applications across various sectors. Olga is also the creator of an Instagram profile, ⁠@przepis_na_IT⁠, focused on making IT knowledge accessible to everyone.

Episode focus:

The episode highlights the importance of experimentation, handling failures, and fostering responsibility within tech teams. Olga shares her experiences navigating challenges from large corporations to smaller companies, the significance of community for support, and how it contributes to building successful products.

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Duration: Approx. 45 minutes

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"Treating AI like a junior coworker can change how you interact with it and improve results"

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Guest:

Aleksander Piskorz is a former tech journalist turned AI consultant. He has a passion for making AI accessible and practical for non-tech professionals and marketing teams. Aleksander's mission is to demystify AI, showing how it can be used in everyday life to enhance efficiency and creativity.

Episode focus:

Practical applications of AI for non-tech professionals, particularly in marketing and everyday tasks and tips on how to effectively use AI tools. The episode also delves into the democratization of technology and how AI can bridge gaps in communication and improve physical and mental well-being.

What you'll hear about:

Duration: Approx. 80 minutes

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"Building trust and long-term connections within the team is fundamental to high performance"

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Guest:

Seemin Suleri is the VP of Engineering at Prima, a Tech Transformation Leader, and Public Speaker.

With extensive experience in transformations of companies cultural and technological landscape, Seemin specializes in building and leading high performance autonomous teams. She has a real passion for Agile and continuous improvement while building an innovative culture.

She has led a number of initiatives to increase the representation of women in the software industry, and has a particular focus on the human element in organisational success.

Episode Focus:

The episode explores Seemin's approach to building high-performance teams, and her strategies for promoting diversity and inclusion in the tech industry.

Additionally, Seemin shares insights on managing a demanding career alongside parenting and her leadership lessons in tech.

Duration: Approx. 46 minutes

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One of the most important factors for a new business's success is understanding and adapting to market needs, staying true to your vision and continuously innovating.

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Guest:

Jakub Bischof is a seasoned marketing professional who built a successful career in various corporate companies in London.

He eventually transitioned to entrepreneurship, founding and leading several successful ventures, including the digital agency and startup, ⁠naffy.io⁠.

Jakub's story is not just about career changes but also about overcoming personal struggles like depression and finding fulfillment in creating value for others.

Episode Focus:

This episode delves into Jakub Bischof's transformative journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship. It highlights his battle with depression, his motivations for change, and the lessons he learned.

The discussion offers practical advice and support for aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals dealing with similar challenges.

Duration: Approx. 44 minutes

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Managing cultural differences is vital; true team alignment with your strategy determines its success.

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Guest:

Aleksandra Krajewska, Banking Strategy Head and founder of the Polish BusinessWomen Network in the UAE.

She has extensive experience in both conventional and Islamic banking, with a strong background in strategy development, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), and digital transformation across multiple countries.

Aleksandra is a modern leader and a role model for women in the financial industry.

Episode Focus:

This episode explores the financial sector in the Gulf, focusing on leadership, digital transformation, and women empowerment.

Aleksandra shares her journey and strategies for navigating this dynamic environment, emphasizing the importance of building professional networks.

Duration: Approx. 68 minutes

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"Understanding your current state and setting clear goals is key, whether in sports or in agile transformations"

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Guest:

Denis Salnikov is an independent Agile Consultant & LeSS Coach, dedicated to helping organizations manage change, overcome resistance, and foster continuous improvement.

With a background in significant roles such as Agile Trainer, Head of Agile Practices, and Scrum Master, Denis brings a perspective that merges sports discipline with agile tools and techniques.

Episode Focus:

The intersection of sports discipline and agile coaching, exploring how principles from athletic training can enhance agile practices. Denis shares insights on managing change, overcoming resistance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within organizations.

Duration: Approx. 70 minutes

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"Building relationships is crucial in MENA. It's not just about business transactions; it's about trust and long-term connections"

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Guest:

Agnieszka Klimczak is an international business development consultant with almost 25 years of experience abroad. Her expertise spans across various sectors, including architecture, interior design, and construction, with a focus on helping Polish companies expand into the MENA region.

Agnieszka excels in building bridges between cultures and has a profound understanding of navigating cultural differences to foster successful business relationships.

Episode Focus:

The complexities of doing business in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, with an emphasis on the importance of cultural understanding, effective marketing strategies, and the significance of building strong, trust-based relationships.

Duration:

Approx. 50 minutes

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"Authentic storytelling requires vulnerability and understanding your own story first"

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Guest:

Robert Socha is an experienced investigative journalist, legal consultant, and corporate researcher. With a background in companies like Google and TVN, Robert has honed his storytelling skills across various domains. He provides practical tips and strategies to help businesses and professionals leverage storytelling to enhance their communication and achieve their goals.

Episode Focus:

The power of storytelling in business, mainly for project and product management professionals. Discover how storytelling can enhance communication, stakeholder engagement, and project success. Learn about main components of an effective story and how to apply it in a business context.

What you'll learn:

Duration: Approx. 40 minutes

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