In today’s episode, Melissa pulls back the curtain on what product strategy really is (and isn’t), how to scale high-performing teams without losing focus, and the biggest mistakes PMs make when balancing user needs and business goals.

This is a masterclass for PMs at every stage who want to excel at rethinking roadmaps, avoiding execution traps, and building products that drive measurable outcomes — not just features.

Agenda:

Are You Stuck in the "Build Trap"? Here’s What It Means — 00:00:14

Founder Mode: Why It’s a Double-Edged Sword — 00:07:58

The Science Behind Crafting a Winning Strategy — 00:13:17

Company vs. Product Strategy: What Most PMs Get Wrong — 00:21:34

What Really Defines Product Strategy? — 00:29:34

The 5 Layers of Strategy Every PM Must Master — 00:33:18

Empowering Teams: The Secret to Unlocking Their Full Potential — 00:39:26

From Tactical to Strategic: A Roadmap for Junior PMs — 00:48:11

How to Create Game-Changing Initiative Lists as a PM — 01:02:41

Why PMs Are Losing Their Seats at the Figma Table — 01:09:36

Prioritization Perfected: Mastering the Cost of Delay Concept — 01:18:29

The Untold Truths About Product Operations — 01:23:22

Scaling Up? Beware of These Common Team Mistakes — 01:32:15

“Product Kata”: The Iterative Framework That Drives Success — 01:35:59

Keeping Up With the Rapid Evolution of Product Management — 01:43:41

How to Land Your Dream PM Job: Proven Advice That Works — 01:52:23

Behind the Curtain: A Business Breakdown You Need to Hear — 02:02:59

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