In this slightly different episode of the Product Opscast, special guest Thor Mitchell, CPO Exec-in-Residence at Balderton Capital and Ex-VP of Product at Miro, flips the narrative and asked our hosts Graham Reed and Antonia Landi all about Product Ops, particularly around its partnership with product leadership and the strategic role it must play in getting teams to build better products. Thor talks us through his time at Miro (with podcast alumni Thorsten Lowenberg - see that episode here ) and how his experiences with Product Ops changed his life. This was a lot of fun, but shone a bright light on the importance of leadership support and buy in.

“Product Ops changed my life”

Highlights:

* Product Ops can significantly enhance team productivity.

* Effective measurement of Product Ops success is crucial.

* Leadership support is essential for Product Ops to thrive.

* Balancing tactical and strategic responsibilities is key.

* Product Ops should not just focus on ICs but also support leadership.

* Delegation is a critical skill for product leaders.

* Understanding organisational needs is vital for Product Ops.

* Process should enhance, not hinder, product development.

* Product Ops can, and does, influence organisational culture and communication.

* Building better products is the ultimate goal of Product Ops.

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