Product Voices

In this great conversation with Beks Yelland,  we delve into the ins and outs of "product tech" and the "product industry" and its evolving impact on product teams and product managers. 

As product management has become more visible and popular, there are more and more tools, resources, frameworks, and more being thrust upon product managers. Has it become too much? 

Beks sheds light on the best ways to steer clear of unnecessary complexities, adopt a mission-driven approach, and manage stakeholder relationships. 

Welcome to Product Voices, where we spotlight the brightest minds in the world of product management! Today Jennifer Spanos, a seasoned expert in the CPG and software product management realm, joins us for a chat that will challenge your thinking and give you an edge in your product management journeys. With a rich repository of knowledge, Jennifer shares the importance of striking a balance between domain and product knowledge. One could even say, product management is an art that finds its beauty in solving the right problems and creating value for clients and businesses.

As we traverse through the episode, we focus on a fascinating blend of product and domain knowledge. Are you inclined to believe that being in the customer's seat can provide fresh insights into problem-solving? We sure are and Jennifer's experiences prove just that! In fact, her journey speaks volumes about the merits of questioning mind that digs deep into an industry's nooks and corners.

Listen in, this is one episode you wouldn't want to miss!

See more at https://www.productvoices.com/post/jenniferspanos

Get ready to unravel the true meaning of culture within organizations with our incredible guest, Tatyana Mamut.  Tatyana breaks it down for us by highlighting how culture is much more than workplace benefits - it's the environments and structures that leaders establish, shaping what their teams can or can't achieve. So, if your organization isn't hitting the mark, it might be time to consider the top leadership's influence on the culture - a factor you might have overlooked!

As we continue the journey with Tatyana, she enlightens us on the importance of understanding a company's culture when you're eyeing a leadership role. Be prepared to dive deep into self-reflection, as it is crucial to know your values and be open about them during the interview. But, how can you figure out the culture of a company you're yet to join? It turns out, asking questions about past successes, failures, and existing systems can provide a sneak peek into the company's way of life. Whether you're a seasoned leader or an ambitious product manager, this episode is packed with insights and advice to help you navigate and shape your company's culture for the better. Buckle up for a culture ride with Tatyana Mamut - it's one you won't want to miss!

Ever wondered how to navigate through the labyrinth of career moves in product management? This episode promises to be your definitive guide. Our guest, Cassidy Fein, shares her wealth of experience, gained from Pendo, Vimeo, and Echo 360. Listen in as she unveils how to identify the right roles and companies and strategize your career moves. We also discuss the current market pulse and how to connect with the right people in the right place.

It's not just about the right career path, but also about finding roles that ignite your passion and resonate with your values. Cassidy offers valuable insight into understanding an organization's product, business model, and revenue streams, and how these impact your day-to-day role. 

Shifting gears to long-term career planning, we emphasize the importance of being flexible in handling life's unpredictable turns. Weighing up the pros and cons of specialization versus generalization, we also arm you with strategies for managing people effectively. 

So, if you're keen to steer your product management career towards long-term success, this episode is a must-listen!

What if you could unlock secrets to managing product scale-ups without falling into common pitfalls or inviting burnout? This episode, we bring you just that, with our expert guest, Marissa Fong. With a decade of experience under her belt, Marissa shares her unique insights from her journey across various industries. Listen in as we discuss strategies, processes, and skills necessary for successful scale-ups, and navigate the complex world of product management.

Learn more at ProductVoices.com.

Are you striking the right balance between customer focus and business acuity in your product management career? Join us as we welcome Frank Tisellano, a B2B product leader with experience at Google, Kaseya, and others. Frank shares his journey and realization of the importance of this balance. Discover how understanding the impact a product has on a company's business is key for success and prioritization, and learn how to become more commercially focused product people.

We also discuss common mistakes in product management, the need for developing a better understanding of the business side of the work, and the potential impact of product managers entering the field with limited or no business experience. Listen in as we explore building a well-rounded skillset and examine how product managers can use their business acumen to drive success in their products. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your awareness and understanding of the business side of product management!

Learn more from Frank at ft.io. And find more on the episode at ProductVoices.com.

Aakash Gupta, the Product Growth guy and VP Product at Apollo, joins to discuss how to build a flywheel.

We discuss:

• What is a flywheel and what does it mean? 
• What are some prerequisites that a business needs to have in place in order to succeed in building a flywheel?
• The biggest mistakes that are made when trying to build a flywheel across your organization. 
• And much more!

Learn more at ProductVoices.com and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform.

Also, be sure to subscribe to Aakash's newsletter!

Victoria Ku, director of product at Highnote, joins the podcast to discuss finding your voice as a product manager. Such an important and fun conversation. 

We discuss...

• How to find your voice as a product manager. 
• How to best use that voice in the workplace
• How leaders can best help their team find their voice. 
• What impact will payments have on the world in the future?  (a bonus discussion based on Victoria's expertise)

Learn more at ProductVoices.com.

Kareem Mayan, co-founder of Savio, joins this episode to discuss how great product teams leverage customer and product feedback for better products, and specifically how feedback can help us innovate on and optimize existing products.

We discuss:

• What’s the difference between innovation and invention? 
• What are the biggest mistakes product teams are making when it comes to leveraging feedback? 
• Do product teams really have the data they need? 
• Best practices for how to use feedback most effectively. 
• And more

More at ProductVoices.com