In this conversation, James Pacheco (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrpacheco/) shares his unique career journey from finance to technology, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and continuous learning in the tech industry. He discusses the differences between agency life and in-house work, the transition to product management, and the significance of fostering a collaborative culture within teams. James also addresses the challenges of client relationships, the common underestimations in product development, and the need for cross-functional teams. He reflects on how his perspective on what constitutes a good product has evolved over time, highlighting the balance between visionary ideas and user needs.Chapters00:23 James' Career Journey02:37 The Importance of Technology06:23 Learning New Technologies09:29 Advice for Junior Developers13:02 Agency Life vs In-House Work13:53 Transitioning to Product Management16:51 Building Trust in Teams24:22 Cultivating Company Culture28:00 Coaching Startups on Product Development31:52 Building In-House Product Teams33:10 Underestimating Product Development Challenges35:01 The Importance of Iteration in Product Design37:15 Friction Between Product, Design, and Engineering40:18 Creating Cross-Functional Teams42:30 Evolving Perspectives on Good Product46:19 Negotiating Client Expectations50:48 Reconciling Visionary Ideas with User Needs54:19 Wishing for a Magic Wand in Client Relationships📨 Want fewer bottlenecks, better handoffs, and smoother releases?Join the Technically Lit newsletter for weekly insights on product collaboration:https://technicallylit.beehiiv.com/subscribe💻⚡️ Become your dev team's favorite collaborator, without learning to code🌐 https://technicallylit.comConnect with Nick:🦋 https://bsky.app/profile/nick-basile.com👨‍💼 https://linkedin.com/in/nickbasile/🆇 https://x.com/nickjbasile