Product Growth Podcast Stop Using Frameworks: Lessons from Super-Senior IC PM Vineeth Madhusudanan (Microsoft, Meta, Statsig)
Nov 13, 2024
Vineeth Madhusudanan, a product leader at Statsig with a rich background at Microsoft and Meta, shares invaluable insights into product management. He emphasizes the pitfalls of relying too heavily on frameworks and discusses the balance between customer pain points and innovative solutions. Vineeth highlights the evolution of experimentation in product development, the importance of user feedback, and how to empower high-performing teams. He also reflects on the cultural shifts between big tech and startups, offering practical advice for aspiring product managers.
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Level-Agnostic Work
- Don't focus on "level-appropriate" work, embrace diverse tasks.
- This expands your freedom and understanding of the problem space.
Curious Approach
- Approach problems with curiosity; ask "Tell me more" when facing challenges.
- This unlocks potential solutions and fosters deeper understanding.
Emotional Regulation
- Be a thermostat, not a thermometer; set the emotional temperature for your team.
- Help regulate team responses during crises instead of reacting emotionally.