Everything Product Podcast

Everything Product Podcast

By Sid Saladi, Phani Vuyyuru and Srinath KotelaBusiness
Download on the App Store

Everything Product Podcast episodes

  • E 77 - Guide to Writing Effective PRDs | PM Essentials | Product Manager

    Welcome to another episode of "Everything Product" where we delve deep into the world of product management! In this episode, Sid Saladi and Phani Vuyyuri unravel the intricacies of Product Requirement Documents (PRDs) – the cornerstone of successful product management. From defining problems to crafting detailed solutions, and strategizing impactful launches, this podcast covers it all. Perfect for product managers at any level, this episode is a treasure trove of insights and practical tips. Tune in to elevate your product management skills and ensure your next project is a resounding success! 🌟

    🌟 Highlights:
    - Understanding the why, what, and when of problem-solving in product management.
    - The role of consensus and stakeholder engagement in PRD development.
    - PRDs as living documents and the importance of continuous improvement.
    - Tips on writing effective PRDs and collaborating with engineering and design teams.
    - Using AI tools like ChatGPT to enhance PRD writing and ideation.
    - Real-world examples and case studies that underscore the importance of timely product launches.
    Connect with the hosts:
    Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru]
    Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/]
    Sid:
    LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/]
    Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/]
    Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]
    💎 Here are more resources for you
    🚀 The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! 🚀
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt
    🧰 Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! 🧰
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE
    ⚡️ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! ⚡️
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o
    ⏰ Timestamps:
    0:00 - Introduction: The Importance of Questioning and Understanding Data in PRDs
    0:12 - Identifying Real Problems and Achieving Consensus in Teams
    0:24 - PRDs as Living Documents: Continuous Improvement and Stakeholder Engagement
    0:45 - Welcome to "Everything Product": Focus on Product Management and Technology
    1:10 - Exploring Product Requirement Documents: The Essentials for Every Product Manager
    1:42 - The Importance of a Product Requirements Document
    2:04 - Explaining the Customer Need and Building Effective Solutions
    3:01 - Walking Through a PRD Template: A Practical Guide
    4:02 - Understanding the Overall Problem and Solution in Product Development
    5:11 - Emphasizing the Problem Statement: A Key to Successful PRDs
    6:11 - Importance of Data and Timing in Addressing the Right Problems
    7:17 - Mastering the Art of Problem Identification and Clarification
    8:07 - Choosing the Right Solution: A Collaborative Approach
    9:07 - The Vital Role of a Detailed PRD in Aligning Teams and Stakeholders
    10:04 - Realizing When to Modify Problems and Solutions in Your PRD
    11:32 - Launch Planning: Setting Timelines and Defining Metrics for Success
    13:03 - Importance of Keeping PRDs Updated and Responsive to Changes
    14:05 - Case Study: Launch Timing and Its Impact on Sales
    15:04 - The Dynamic Nature of PRDs: Adapting to New Inputs and Changes
    16:04 - The Final Section of a PRD: Documentation and Resource Management
    17:18 - When and How to Write Detailed PRDs for Different Projects
    18:53 - Transitioning From PRD to Design and Engineering Teams
    20:03 - The Iterative Process of PRD Development and Stakeholder Buy-In
    21:05 - Using AI Tools like ChatGPT for Enhancing PRD Writing
    22:17 - PRD as a Collaborative Document: Ensuring Clarity and Consensus
    23:50 - Final Tips: Structuring, Socializing, and Evolving Your PRD

    33 min
  • The PM Growth Story | 200k Linkedin and 100k Newsletter | Aakash Gupta

    Aakash Gupta ( @growproduct ) is a PRODUCT MANAGEMENT BEAST! 🦁 In this EPIC️ interview, he shares his TOP secrets for growing an audience of 200K+ followers across LinkedIn and 100K subscribers on Substack. 😱

    In this podcast episode, Sid Saladi and Srinath Kotela interview Akash Gupta, a successful content creator and product manager. They discuss Akash's journey in growing his newsletter, marketing strategies, content creation process, and challenges faced. They also delve into the skills required for product management and career growth.
    Aakash shares strategies for getting a PM job and his predictions for the future of product management. The conversation concludes with Akash offering advice for excelling in product management
    Some highlights:
    2:21 - How Akash leveraged LinkedIn algorithms 🤖 to get millions of impressions ✨
    3:09 - The ONE thing 💡 that was an inflection point for paid newsletter subscriptions 💰
    6:52 - Akash's favorite and most viral 🦠 Substack newsletter post 📃
    8:09 - The content strategy 📜 that helped him consistently engage his audience 👥
    12:18 - How Akash deals with creator hate 😡 and criticism 👎
    15:14 - Why niche content 🌳 is better for monetization 💰
    23:03 - The skills 💪 that helped Akash rise up the product leader ladder 📈
    Connect with Aakash
    Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aagupta/
    Newsletter - https://www.news.aakashg.com/
    The Ultimate Guide to Getting a PM Job - https://www.news.aakashg.com/p/version-2-the-ultimate-guide-to-getting
    Connect with the hosts:
    Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru]
    Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/]
    Sid:
    LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/]
    Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/]
    Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]
    💎 Here are more resources for you
    🚀 The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! 🚀
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt
    🧰 Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! 🧰
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE
    ⚡️ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! ⚡️
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o
    Timestamps:
    0:00 - Intro 🚀
    0:23 - Newsletter Journey and Growth 📈
    8:25 - Marketing Strategies and Stickiness 📊
    13:25 - Content Creation Process 🖊️
    17:34 - Content Strategy and Challenges 🤯
    27:25 - User Feedback and Niche vs Broad Content 🔁
    27:55 - Product Management Skills and Career Growth 📈
    39:25 - Strategies for Getting a PM Job 💼
    43:45 - Future of Product Management 🔮
    48:05 - Product Management in Uncertain Economy 📉
    52:38 - Future Aspirations 💫
    56:24 - Transitioning to Content Creation 🎥
    59:56 - Advice for Excelling in Product Management 🥇

    58 min
  • E75 - Getting started in Product Management | ft Carlos González de Villaumbrosia | Product School

    In this engaging episode 🎙️, join our guest Carlos González de Villaumbrosia, CEO of  @ProductSchoolSanFrancisco  as he shares his insights on the product management landscape.  @villaumbrosia  discusses product management's growth, AI's rising importance, advice for aspiring and current PMs, moving from IC to leadership, and more. Get actionable tips on developing the strategic skills needed as a PM today.

    Highlights:
    The importance of following your passion and keeping work fun (2:25)
    The rising strategic importance of product functions in companies (7:20)
    Tips for leveraging AI as a PM today (13:15)
    Advice for aspiring PMs on entering the field (20:00)
    How to expand influence and lead without formal authority (29:45)
    Building skills to move from PM to product leader (33:40)
    Connect with the guest - https://www.linkedin.com/in/villaumbrosia/
    The Product Book - https://productschool.com/book
    The Product podcast - https://productschool.com/podcast
    Connect with the hosts:
    Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru]
    Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/]
    Sid:
    LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/]
    Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/]
    Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]
    💎 Here are more resources for you
    🚀 The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! 🚀
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt
    🧰 Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! 🧰
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE
    ⚡️ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! ⚡️
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o
    Timestamps:
    0:00 - Introduction to Carlos and Product School
    1:10 - Advice Carlos would give his 20-year-old self
    2:20 - What motivates Carlos
    3:15 - The future landscape of product management
    6:15 - Building AI products
    8:20 - Recent changes to PM roles at companies
    11:00 - Entering product management today
    14:30 - Key skills for first-time PMs
    18:40 - Overcoming the influence challenge as a PM
    23:20 - Moving from PM to product leader
    28:35 - Recommended books & podcasts
    Tags:
    #productmanagement #productleader #productstrategy #artificialintelligence #AIPM #futureofproductmanagement #aspiringproductmanager #newPM #productcareer #influencingwithoutauthority #movingfromICtoleader #productdevelopment #technology #SaaS #software #careeradvice #business #leadership #management

    38 min
  • E74 - Product Prioritization & Product-Led Growth SAAS Products | Anup Sheshadri

    In this engaging episode 🎙️, join hosts Sid Saladi and Phani as they talk with Anup Sheshadri, Head of Product at Rout Spring. Anup shares invaluable insights 🔍 on the nuances of product management, emphasizing prioritization and product-led growth strategies. Discover the SU-Rice framework 📊, Anup's innovative approach to enhancing decision-making in product development.

    Dive into the challenges faced during the pandemic 🌐 and how Rout Spring navigated these uncertain times, focusing on organic growth and a strategic balance between product-led and sales-led growth. Anup also discusses his insightful books 📚 on product management and recommends essential resources like 'The Design of Everyday Things' and the Product Lead Alliance Podcast. A must-listen for anyone in the product management field!
    Highlights:
    Anup Sheshadri's journey through the complexities of product management and the crucial role of prioritization 🌟.
    Deep dive into the SU-Rice framework: A game-changer in product management decision-making 🛠️.
    Lessons from pandemic: Strategies for product-led growth and maintaining market balance ⚖️.
    Insights from Anup's books on product management: Guiding lights for professionals 📘.
    Top recommendations for product managers: 'The Design of Everyday Things' and the Product Lead Alliance Podcast 🎧.
    Connect with Anup here
    LinkedIn-
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/anupsheshadri
    Anups Books:
    The Art of Prioritization-
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CLJH5J53?nodl=1&dplnkId=0f5a655c-b399-45ed-bbb8-ad45a90a2e85
    https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0CLJH5J53?nodl=1&dplnkId=c3725440-3541-4440-86a9-064cf0b50322
    Building A Career In Product Management- Is There A Logical Path To Success?
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9YTMLX4?nodl=1&dplnkId=2bd46f07-d19c-4d6b-9547-2e1567313ae0
    https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0C9YTMLX4?nodl=1&dplnkId=29a0c87d-5491-46fb-a311-22dd960e1304
    Connect with the hosts:
    Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru]
    Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/]
    Sid:
    LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/]
    Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/]
    Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]
    💎 Here are more resources for you
    🚀 The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! 🚀
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt
    🧰 Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! 🧰
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE
    ⚡️ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! ⚡️
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o
    ⏰ Timestamps:
    0:00 - Introduction and Anup Shad's Background
    5:00 - The Importance of Prioritization in Product Management
    11:00 - Developing the Su-Rice Framework
    17:00 - Application and Impact of the Su-Rice Framework
    23:00 - Transition to Product Management from Different Fields
    29:00 - Anup's Books on Product Management
    34:00 - Product-Led Growth and Strategies During the Pandemic
    41:00 - Balancing Product-Led and Sales-Led Approaches
    47:00 - Measuring Success and Growth Metrics at Rout Spring
    54:00 - Book Recommendations and Wrap-up

    57 min
  • E73 - How to become a product manager in 2024 | Richard Chen | Product Gym

    In this insightful episode of 'Everything Product,' we delve deep into the world of product management job hunting with Richard Chen. Rich is one of the co-founders of Product Gym and he is on a mission to help aspiring and experienced Product Managers take back control of their job hunt.

    His first job out of college was working as a tech recruiter where he specialized in helping companies recruit and retain top-level Product Managers. During his years as a recruiter, Rich has seen firsthand the emotional toll job hunting can have on even the most experienced Product Managers (not to mention the aspiring Product Managers experiencing constant imposter syndrome) and he is here to give you the ultimate unfair advantage to the win this unfair game designed for you to fail.
    Rich's philosophy for securing a Product Manager role in any market is, "You don’t need a better background, you just need a better strategy, and that starts with understanding the challenges the hiring team is experiencing before formulating a successful job hunting plan
    Richard shares invaluable advice on transitioning into product management roles, effective job application strategies, and the importance of skill development in a challenging job market. Whether you're an aspiring product manager or an experienced professional, this podcast is packed with actionable insights and real-world wisdom to help you navigate the brutal tech job market in 2023.
    Connect with Rich here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-chen-082b868a/
    Connect with the hosts:
    Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru]
    Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/]
    Sid:
    LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/]
    Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/]
    Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]
    💎 Here are more resources for you
    🚀 The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! 🚀
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt
    🧰 Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! 🧰
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE
    ⚡️ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! ⚡️
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o

    1 hr 3 min
  • E72 - Product Management to Entrepreneurship | Soundarya Balasubramani

    Welcome to "Everything Product," where we dive deep into the realms of product management and technology insights. In this episode, we're thrilled to feature Soundarya. She is a rare combination of writer, founder, and technologist. She's the 2x author of Admitted and Unshackled, creator of the online community unshackled.club, and ex-product manager at Salesforce.

    Soundarya shares her inspiring journey from corporate life to pursuing her passion for writing and supporting the immigrant community in the U.S. She discusses the intricacies of product management, the transition to entrepreneurship, and the detailed process of writing and publishing her books. This conversation is packed with valuable insights for product managers, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in the dynamic world of technology and innovation.
    Highlights:
    🌐 Insights into transitioning from a corporate job to entrepreneurship
    🤝 Strategies for building and managing a successful community
    ✍️ The art and science of content creation for social media and community engagement
    📚 Behind-the-scenes of organizing a large-scale book launch event
    📖 Comprehensive breakdown of the book writing and publishing process
    📚 Personal recommendations on books and podcasts, and valuable advice for future entrepreneurs
    More about the guest:
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/soundarya-balasubramani/
    Book - go.readunshackled.com/order
    Community - https://www.readunshackled.com/community
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecuriousmaverick
    Learn more about the hosts:
    Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru]
    Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/]
    Sid:
    LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/]
    Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/]
    Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]
    💎 Here are more resources for you
    🚀 The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! 🚀
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt
    🧰 Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! 🧰
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE
    ⚡️ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! ⚡️
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o
    Timestamps:
    0:00 - Introduction and Saara's journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship
    6:05 - The decision to become an entrepreneur and the initial thought process
    10:30 - Building and managing a community around her book
    15:50 - The process of content creation and managing a team
    20:35 - The significance and execution of book launch events
    27:10 - Detailed process of writing and publishing a book
    34:20 - Recommendations on books, podcasts, and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and product managers
    38:30 - Conclusion and thank you note

    39 min
  • E71 - Personal Branding for PMs | Ketaki Vaidya (AI Product Manager at Oracle)

    Welcome to another exciting episode of Everything Product. Ketaki Vaidya, an AI product manager at Oracle, joins us this week to discuss personal branding, networking, transitioning into product management, building product sense, and her day-to-day work in AI product management.

    Ketaki hosts a podcast, "Personal Branding for Professionals" which shares career development strategies to help professionals build a successful career in tech. Today, the podcast serves as a career development resource for over 7000 professionals. As a woman in tech, she is involved with various initiatives like the 1 Million Women in STEM and Women in Data Science that are addressing the gender gap in the industry. She has been featured in the Entrepreneur Magazine, Mind the Product blog, and the 1 Million Women in STEM campaign for her work.
    - Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/KetakiVaidya
    - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ketaki-vaidya08/
    Newsletters to follow for PMs:
    https://www.mindtheproduct.com/
    https://substack.com/@marilynika
    https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/
    https://tpgblog.com/
    Product Case Study: https://medium.com/@tearthemdown
    Follow Everything Product on Spotify: https://anchor.fm/everythingproduct
    Learn more about the hosts:
    Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru]
    Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/]
    Sid:
    LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/]
    Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/]
    Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]
    💎 Here are more resources for you
    🚀 The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! 🚀
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt
    🧰 Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! 🧰
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE
    ⚡️ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! ⚡️
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o
    Timestamps:
    0:00 - Introduction
    1:30 - Ketaki's motivation and community involvement
    4:00 - Time management and work-life balance
    6:25 - Personal branding tips
    9:00 - Effective networking
    12:00 - Becoming a mentor
    13:14 - The power of storytelling
    16:00 - Transitioning from engineering to product management
    25:40 - Building product sense
    36:00 - A day in the life of an AI product manager
    46:10 - How AI product management differs from traditional product management
    50:10 - The future of AI product management
    52:00 - Favorite books, newsletters and podcasts
    54:00 - Tips for early career product managers
    #productmanagement , #personaldevelopment , #personalbranding , #networking, #mentorship, #ai , #Oracle, #podcast #productdevelopment

    57 min
  • E70 - Optimizing Product Success: The Power of OKRs for Monumental Impact

    🎙️🔊 Welcome to the Everything Product podcast! In this episode, product managers Srinath Kotela, Phani Vuyuru, and Sid Saladi 🧑🏽‍💼🧑🏽‍💼🧑🏽‍💼 deep-dive into the concept of OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and how they can help prioritize goals 🎯 and initiatives for product teams.

    🎧 If you're a product manager seeking practical advice on setting and achieving goals for your team, this podcast episode is a must-listen.
    📢 We provide clear explanations and real-world examples of how to use OKRs effectively in your day-to-day work. 💼 Don't miss this opportunity to learn from experienced product managers and elevate your team's performance! 🚀
    Highlights:
    - What are OKRs
    - When do product Managers use OKRs in the product-building process
    - Discover how OKRs can help product managers prioritize tasks effectively 📋
    - Understand the difference between outputs and outcomes and why it matters 🔍
    - Gain insights into best practices for setting and monitoring OKRs to hit company goals 💥
    - Pitfalls of OKRs
    Chapters:
    0:00 - Introduction
    1:00 - Explanation of OKRs concept and their significance
    2:00 - Detailed example of setting an OKR
    5:30 - Reminder to subscribe to 'Everything Product'
    6:00 - Outcomes Vs Outputs
    9:30 - Antipatterns for OKRs
    13:00 - The importance of defining OKRs collaboratively
    16:00 - Tips for successful OKR implementation
    18:00 - What is the best cadence to do OKRs
    20:30 - The role of leadership in setting OKRs
    23:00 - Final thoughts on OKRs and wrap-up
    24:00 - Pitfalls of OKRs
    26:30 - Tips for Organizations implementing OKRs
    Follow us on:
    Spotify: https://anchor.fm/everythingproduct
    Learn more about the hosts:
    Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru]
    Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/]
    Sid:
    LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/]
    Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/]
    Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]
    💎 Here are more resources for you
    🚀 The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! 🚀
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt
    🧰 Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! 🧰
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE
    ⚡️ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! ⚡️
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o

    32 min
  • E69 - Product Experimentation | Vishal Kapoor (Sr. Director at Shipt)

    Welcome to another episode of Everything Product. In this podcast, we had an engaging conversation with Mr. Vishal Kapoor, a Product Executive who has built, launched, and scaled products at Amazon, Microsoft, Yahoo, Zynga, Lyft, and Shipt, impacting $Billions of P&L. He is passionate about solving audacious problems through a principled, outcome-oriented, and collaborative approach.

    We had an insightful discussion on product experimentation, OKRs, and strategies for marketplace products. He shares tips on goal-setting, metrics tracking, and ramping up experiments. Other topics include prioritization frameworks, stakeholder management, career growth, and his favorite books/podcasts.
    Connect with Vishal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vee/
    Follow us on:
    Spotify: https://anchor.fm/everythingproduct
    Learn more about the hosts:
    Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru]
    Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/]
    Sid:
    LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/]
    Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/]
    Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]
    💎 Here are more resources for you
    🚀 The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! 🚀
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt
    🧰 Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! 🧰
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE
    ⚡️ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! ⚡️
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o
    Timestamps:
    0:00 - Introduction
    0:49 - Experimentation in product development
    6:00 - Setting goals and objectives for experiments
    10:09 - Tackling complex marketplace scenarios
    18:01 - Balancing metrics and qualitative factors
    23:02 - Managing 0 to 1 and unmeasurable projects
    25:14 - Personal growth and giving back
    29:13 - Favorite books: High Output Management, Alice in Wonderland
    35:14 - Favorite podcasts: Everything Product, How I Built This
    #productmanagement #startup #productledgrowth #podcast #interview #learning #productdevelopment #productexecution #zerotoone #scale #cpo #intuit #microsoft #slacklife #investor #shipt #metrics #okr #prioritization

    45 min
  • E68 - How to Build and Grow 3 Way marketplaces - Part 1

    Welcome to another episode of Everything Product. In this podcast, we had an engaging conversation with Mr. Vishal Kapoor, a Product Executive who has built, launched, and scaled products at Amazon, Microsoft, Yahoo, Zynga, Lyft, and Shipt, impacting $Billions of P&L. He is passionate about solving audacious problems through a principled, outcome-oriented, and collaborative approach.

    He shared insights into running a successful 3-way marketplace, and how Shipt balances demand, supply, and inventory to optimize the experience for customers, retailers, and delivery partners. Vishal also discusses prioritizing growth vs profitability, ensuring product quality and market fit, and keeping the end customer at the heart of decision-making.
    Connect with Vishal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vee/
    Highlights for Product Managers:
    - Starting out by finding product empathy and intrinsic motivation (6:50)
    - Understanding network effects for marketplaces (14:11)
    - Key metrics: Growth, profitability, product quality/market fit (43:31)
    - Balancing customers, retailers, and delivery partners (29:02)
    - Managing the "elusive" problem of product quality (44:33)
    Follow us on:
    Spotify: https://anchor.fm/everythingproduct
    Learn more about the hosts:
    Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru]
    Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/]
    Sid:
    LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/]
    Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/]
    Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]
    💎 Here are more resources for you
    🚀 The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! 🚀
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt
    🧰 Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! 🧰
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE
    ⚡️ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! ⚡️
    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o
    Timestamps:
    0:00 - Intro
    0:55 - Vishal's Journey
    12:01 - Managing the algorithmic systems for order fulfillment at Shift
    15:25 - Explaining the complexity of 3-sided marketplaces
    23:31 - The economics and levers of balancing supply and demand
    26:05 - Adding inventory as another variable to control
    35:20 - Eyeballs vs transactional business models
    45:07 - Prioritizing bug fixes versus quality issues
    #productmanagement #productdevelopment #podcast #interview #products #growth #shipt #learning #engineering

    52 min

About Everything Product Podcast

From the publisher's feed

🎉🚀 Welcome to Everything Product, the ultimate channel for product management and tech lovers 🤓❤️! Whether you are a product manager, a developer, an entrepreneur, or just a curious geek, you will find something here to tickle your fancy 😄🌟.