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Welcome to the Product Team Success Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of product leadership. I'm your host, Ross Webb, and in this episode, we've got a game-changer for you!

Meet our guest, Noam Auerbach, a true visionary in the field of product management. He's the Vice President of Product Management at Spark Networks, and he's here to spill the beans on how to supercharge your product's growth.

🚀 Acquisition, Monetization, and Retention – these are the buzzwords that every product leader should have on their radar. But how do you actually make them work for your product?

Here are some key takeaways from this power-packed episode:

👉 Noam shares his incredible journey from a small Israeli startup to the VP of Product Management, giving you insights on how to pave your path to success.

👉 Discover why bringing your whole self to work might not always be the best strategy, and how this revelation can transform your approach to leadership.

👉 We dig deep into the holy trinity of product management – Acquisition, Monetization, and Retention. Noam provides practical insights on how to:

• Acquisition: He emphasizes the importance of ensuring your product isn't a "leaky bucket" before investing in marketing. Understand the core value users get and make them come back for more.
• Monetization: Noam's advice? Test rigorously and be open-minded to different strategies. The best monetization model depends on your product and user base, so experiment to find what works best.
• Retention: Learn how to create correlations between your product's value and its impact on revenue. Noam unveils the truth that, ultimately, product success has to translate into financial success.

Stop the endless search for growth strategies! Noam reveals the blueprint for unlocking your product's full potential.

Ready to turn the ship around and steer your product to success? Don't miss this episode!

Hit that play button now and level up your product management game with Noam Auerbach.

Join us in this compelling episode featuring the illustrious Diogo Ribeiro Novaes, the current Vice President Of Product Management at Tractive. Immerse yourself in a rich conversation that is teeming with practical insights, firsthand experience, and actionable strategies focused on acquisition, monetization, and retention.

Ethics in Marketing: A Foundation for Genuine Acquisition

Learn from Diogo’s journey as he underscores the paramount importance of ethical marketing as a cornerstone for genuine customer acquisition. His practical experience highlights the necessity for transparency, fostering a strong foundation for acquiring loyal and satisfied customers.

Monetization Strategies: Balancing Data and Subscriptions

Dive deep into the world of monetization with Diogo. Unearth the secret behind Tractive's sustainable business model which brilliantly balances hardware sales and subscription revenue. Discover the power of an experimentation mindset and consistent A/B testing in optimizing revenue streams, ensuring both immediate and recurring revenue for long-term business success.

Conquering the Retention Challenge in a Hardware-Centric Business

Explore the unique challenges and solutions in retaining users, especially in a hardware-centric industry. Hear Diogo elaborate on Tractive's strategies to keep customers engaged, ensuring they find continuous value in their products, leading to prolonged and valuable customer relationships.

Don’t let this opportunity slip by! Tune in and amplify your understanding of acquisition, monetization, and retention with the unparalleled expertise of Diogo Ribeiro Novaes. Elevate your product management approach with insights from the very pinnacle of the industry!

Don’t Wait - Enhance Your Strategies with Diogo's Expertise Now!

Look forward to more enriching episodes of the Product Team Success Podcast, propelling you towards greater heights in your product management career!

For every Product Manager who's ever grappled with the delicate dance of acquisition, monetization, and retention, this episode is a goldmine... 🔥

Picture this: A digital realm where products are not just loved by users but are also eagerly paid for by clients. Sounds like a dream, right? 🌌

Enter Anna Mazzetto, the Product Leader of Shopfully, who's mastered this art. 🌟

Tune into "Product Team Success" and discover:

➛ BALANCING ACT: How Anna and her team at Shopfully craft digital products that users adore and clients happily invest in.

➛ COLLABORATIVE SYNERGY: The secret sauce to creating a workspace where roles are clear, ideas are validated, and collaboration is the norm.

➛ NEGOTIATION NUANCES: Anna's golden rule - always negotiate the "by when". Plus, glean insights from real-life examples outside the work sphere.

➛ EMPOWERING FLIGHT: Anna's passionate belief in giving product managers the wings to fly. Dive into the essence of self-entrepreneurship and seizing opportunities.

➛ MENTORSHIP MATTERS: The art of active listening, prioritizing well-being, and practical tips for deep concentration and rejuvenation.

➛ THE ART OF LETTING GO: Why the proactive approach of raising a hand when things aren't working is more valuable than ignoring issues.

➛ AB TESTING TRUST: The significance of phased projects, key results, and the magic of AB testing to ensure user satisfaction.

➛ DATA STORYTELLING: Numbers aren't just numbers. They're stories waiting to be told. Anna delves into the art of extracting insights from data.

➛ HUMAN CONNECTION: Amidst the hustle, the importance of pausing, connecting, and relishing the joy of working with others.

Hosted by Ross Webb, this episode is a treasure trove of insights, especially for those keen on mastering acquisition, monetisation, and retention.

🔊 Dive in now:

Stay innovative. Stay connected. Stay tuned.

🔥 For those who've ever faced the challenge of building a product team from scratch, this one's for you... 🔥

Imagine this: You're tasked with building a product team of 35 in just 2 years. Not only that, but you're also navigating the complexities of a new culture. Sounds daunting, right? 🌪️

Enter Sailendra Kumar, the mastermind who did just that, and more. 🌟

Join us on "Product Team Success" as we delve into:

➛ FROM SCRATCH TO SUCCESS: How Sailendra built an entire R&D partnership, transitioning from Staffing Solutions to Indeed Pay.

➛ CULTURAL TECTONICS: The seismic shifts that led to the closure of the London office and the challenges of adapting to a new workplace culture.

➛ RADICAL CANDOR: Finding the perfect balance in leadership and communication.

➛ REVOLUTIONIZING AN INDUSTRY: Sailendra's vision to bring transparency and efficiency to the staffing industry.

➛ TEAM DYNAMICS: The art of hiring, building, and nurturing a team from its infancy.

➛ **EMPATHY & COLLABORATION**: The non-negotiable traits for a harmonious and productive team.

➛ NAVIGATING CHANGE: The importance of over communication and ensuring everyone's on board.

➛ SUCCESS METRICS: Crafting quantitative definitions of success for product management teams.

➛ THE POWER OF INTROSPECTION: Sailendra's personal journey of self-awareness, influence, and effective communication.

➛ LEADERSHIP PRIORITIES: The triad of direction, data, and people.

➛ ACQUISITION STRATEGY The mantra of "Eliminate, Automate, Simplify" and its role in user experience.

Hosted by Ross Webb this episode is a masterclass in leadership, team-building, and product management.

🔊 Don't miss out:

[Product Team Success - Building a Product Team from Scratch: Navigating New Cultures and Challenges with Sailendra Kumar]

Stay curious. Stay inspired. Stay tuned.

🔥For every Product Management Leader striving for the pinnacle of success, the stage is set for an episode like no other...🔥

Picture this: You're knee-deep in data, feedback loops are spiraling, and the daunting challenge of monetization, acquisition, and retention stares you down. But wait! Enter stage right, John Kennedy, with me, your host, Ross Webb.

Together, we are about to reveal how to transform this complexity into a symphony of success! 🎻

(And yes, we're turning up the drama dial here at Product Team Success...)

🎙 Tune into "Product Team Success" and brace yourself as we dive into:

➛ MONETIZATION MAGIC: Discover how a simple user feedback tool could become your ace for driving revenue.

➛ ACQUISITION ARTISTRY: Unearth the essence of product excellence and why the voice of your customer can be your biggest acquisition magnet.

➛ RETENTION REVELATIONS: From decision-making brilliance to building unbreakable trust bonds with users, uncover the art and science behind keeping them hooked.

➛ NOISE VS NEED: The secret sauce to refining processes, enhancing UX, and ensuring that what matters most is heard.

➛ COMMUNICATION CATALYST: John's golden nugget - the consistent and pivotal role of dialogue in steering product success.

With the duo of Ross Webb and the ever-insightful John Kennedy, this episode isn't just a listen; it's an experience that could shift your product leadership paradigm!

🔊 Engage your ears and enlighten your strategy:

[Product Team Success - Monetization, Acquisition, and Retention Masterclass with John Kennedy]

Lead stronger. Lead smarter.

Stay in the know with Product Team Success.

🔥 JUST DROPPED: The Product Management Masterclass! 🔥

Dive into an exhilarating conversation with the Product Director of FT.com, Debbie McMahon, as she demystifies the dynamic world of product management.

Join us on "Product Team Success" and uncover:

➛ **BECOMING A PRODUCT MANAGER**: Debbie's non-linear journey into the realm of product. How embracing opportunities, even when they seem peripheral, can lead you closer to your passion.

  > "I sort of knocked on my boss's door and didn't specifically ask for a product job straight off. I kind of said, well, I could do some of this... And I sort of slowly started to do some parts around the edges that then got me closer and closer."

➛ **UNDERSTANDING YOUR ORGANIZATION**: A masterclass on immersing oneself in an organization's ethos. Debbie shares the quintessence of crafting products that resonate profoundly with both the business and its customers.

  > "The thing that is really important is you really understanding your organization... if you've not walked some time in other people's shoes and you don't really understand how your business operates, you're never gonna be able to figure out what is gonna be that thing, that idea, or the product that will really resonate."

➛ **EMPATHY IN PRODUCT MANAGEMENT**: The heart and soul of product management lies in empathy. Learn from Debbie about understanding diverse challenges and how this underpins a product manager's success.

  > "But if you can't sit with someone and emphasize... if you can't empathize with the challenge that the person in front of you, say in sales or marketing, has, then you're not ultimately gonna be as good at your job as you could be."

➛ **THE FUTURE OF PRODUCT MANAGEMENT**: Step into the future with Debbie as she ruminates on the trajectory of product management, the intersection with AI, and the evolving roles in the corporate cosmos.

  > "I think questioning and people who work for me... Does product head to the C-suite or doesn't it? And alongside AI, what do any of our roles become in that context? It's both really interesting and quite a big challenge and dilemma."

🔊 Embark on this enlightening journey NOW

👇 Don't miss out on these invaluable insights! 👇

Forge ahead with clarity. Absorb, Adapt, Achieve.

Stay with us. Your ascent to product management excellence is on the horizon.

🎧 Do you aspire to lead high-performing product teams that deliver results? This episode is essential listening!

Vikas Seth, Chief Product Officer at ID Now, joins us to share their product leadership journey.

⚡️ Key insights:

"But to augment themselves or take themselves to the next level, they need to understand the finance part of the product as well."

Discover why Vikas emphasizes product managers need a 360-degree view, including finances.

"For me, the number one soft skill was curiosity, meaning the willingness to explore other things more than what you have learned, what you have studied in your college, for example."

Hear why curiosity tops the list of soft skills Nikasich looks for when hiring PMs.

"Companies do not have the conflict. I can tell you they cannot be successful because people are not challenging each other enough. So in that regard, I think, the conflicts are healthy as long as these conflicts are task-based conflicts and people are challenging each other."

Find out why Vikas believes constructive conflict fosters collaboration and better solutions.

"How do you communicate a message, your vision, your strategy in such a way that people get it at different levels and all, especially when people are coming from different cultures, different time zones, different locations, different maturity level and all."

Learn why clear communication is critical for leading diverse, distributed teams.

Join us for an insightful discussion on empowering product managers, enabling growth, optimizing team performance, and leading with impact.

🔥 Dive into the intricate world of product management with Laura Jenner, Director of Product at ITV. 🔥

This episode of "Product Team Success" decodes:

➛ PURPOSEFUL PROBLEM SOLVING: Before diving headfirst into challenges, ask, "Why are we solving it?" Laura stresses the need for leaders to understand the importance of purpose in their decision-making. ❓

➛ MINDSET MATTERS: Transition from a project-end approach to a continuous product improvement mindset. Laura explains why it's all about the journey and not the destination. 🔄

➛ FOUNDATIONS FIRST: The dangers of rushing and overlooking core understanding. Laura discusses why it's vital to lay strong foundational knowledge for sustained product success. 🏗

➛ MVP CHALLENGES: The nuanced world of MVPs – not every MVP is made equal. Laura delves into the alignment challenges and sheds light on how to navigate them. 🔍

➛ LEADERSHIP & SAFETY: Dive into the dynamics of psychological safety. Laura explains the leader's role in taking risks to provide a protective layer for their teams. 🛡

Hosted by Ross Webb and Henry Latham, this episode promises a deep dive into the essentials of product management.

🔊 Immerse yourself in Laura's insights now:

Stay engaged. Stay curious. Stay with us.

🔥 For everyone navigating the maze of Product Management Leadership, THIS episode is your beacon! 🔥

Picture this: Stepping into the world of product management. The weight of diverse roles, from marketing to customer support, rests on your shoulders. 😲

Enter the arena, Jamie Mercer, a trailblazer in Product Management, who not only embraces the challenges but offers insights into the importance of a versatile skill set. 🌟

(Yes, we still love our vibrant Product imagery here at Product Team Success... 😉)

🚀 Jump in with "Product Team Success" as we unfold:

➛ VERSATILITY MAGIC: How Jamie's journey through different business facets became his strength. Hear about the language of marketers, support teams, and account managers from one voice.

➛ REAL GROWTH MINDSET: It’s more than just a buzzword. Discover Jamie’s tangible technique - asking "Imagine the you of today met the you of 3 years ago. What are three things you've learned that you'd like to teach the you of the past?" Understand the essence of humility, vulnerability, and authentic growth.

➛ THE STRATEGIC 90: Jamie’s 90-day onboarding plan, a secret sauce for settling into new roles, inspired by Michael Watkins.

➛ PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY: The vital element in a team culture. Dive into the importance of making mistakes, learning from them, and maintaining transparency.

➛ CUSTOMER AT THE HEART: Jamie’s burning passion to connect with customers and develop products that resonate with their needs.

Co-hosted by the ever-enthusiastic Henry Latham and me, Ross Webb, get ready for a session brimming with invaluable takeaways for every Product Management Leader.

Equip yourself. Evolve. Keep listening.

On today's episode, we're thrilled to have Tom Shurrock, a crucial figure in Tesco's response to the unprecedented panic buying at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tom brings his unique insights from the frontlines, sharing the strategies, challenges, and victories as a product manager.Tom begins by discussing how they managed the unexpected surge in demand and the strategies Tesco implemented to effectively stagger customer flow, ensuring a safe and efficient shopping environment for everyone.We then delve into the fascinating world of consumer behavior during a crisis. Listen as Tom describes the measures Tesco took to curb panic buying, from adjusting basket size to manipulating promotions. These critical adjustments helped maintain stock stability and kept customer satisfaction high.Tom underscores that during these trying times, Tesco's guiding principle was prioritizing customers' needs over revenue. He offers a behind-the-scenes look at the decision-making process that ensured everyone had access to their necessary groceries.Navigating corporate relationships is an art, and Tom discusses his journey of internal networking within Tesco. He emphasizes the importance of empathy and influence, particularly when you're seeking buy-in within a large corporation.Tom gives us a peek into Tesco's unique corporate culture, including the mandate that everyone from the CTO to the CEO works one shift in a Tesco store each year. This practice encourages a culture of empathy and customer-centric thinking.Feedback is a fundamental part of product development. Tom talks about the need for product managers to use their own products and provides valuable insights based on his experiences.Wrapping up, Tom provides an invaluable piece of advice for aspiring product managers: strive to become a T-shaped manager. He stresses the importance of understanding all divisions well, rather than focusing solely on one vertical.Join hosts Ross Webb and Henry Latham as we navigate the storm of pandemic panic buying with our esteemed guest, Tom Shurrock.You can connect with Tom on LinkedIn here. This is an episode packed with insights you won't want to miss!