In a recent Fireside PM podcast episode, I shared insights inspired by a coaching conversation with a senior PM at a FAANG company. * She was navigating a significant challenge: adapting to a new manager with a starkly different style than her previous one. This conversation resonated with me deeply because it highlighted a universal truth in the workplace: a manager’s style can significantly impact your day-to-day experience—sometimes even more than the company you work for.

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In my recent Fireside PM podcast, I had the privilege of sitting down with Brian Goffman, a repeat guest and one of the most insightful voices in the product management (PM) space. Brian's career spans decades of innovation, from his time at LinkedIn, SmartThings, and Adobe, to his current role leading McKinsey's Software Excellence Practice. His unique vantage point—working across Web 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, and now AI—makes him a treasure trove of lessons for anyone navigating the tech landscape.

In this conversation, we dove into career-defining moments, the evolving challenges of leadership, and how AI is fundamentally reshaping the PM profession. Brian shared profound insights and practical advice for professionals at every stage of their journey, sprinkled with the wit and wisdom that only years of experience can bring.

Welcome back to another episode of Fireside PM! Today, I want to share some hard-earned lessons that have shaped my career as a Product Manager (PM) and PM leader. These lessons, grounded in experience, have been instrumental to my journey and are relevant whether you’re early in your PM career or already leading teams. Let’s dive into these five lessons that, while challenging, are essential for sustained growth and success in product management.

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Raquel Hirsch is a seasoned marketing executive and demand-generation expert who helps B2B and B2C clients achieve measurable revenue growth through data-driven strategies and solutions. She is the Founder and Lead Consultant at GoDemandGeneration Inc., a boutique consultancy that offers outsourced VP-level expertise and growth-acceleration services to clients who need to get there fast. With over 25 years of experience in turnarounds and fast ramp-ups, Raquel has a proven track record of building successful cross-functional teams, bridging the divide between marketing and sales, and delivering maximized ROI on marketing investments. She is also a popular public speaker, a mentor, a multilingual professional, and a socially conscious leader who is passionate about enabling consistent growth and debunking marketing fads.

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