Product People Podcast
Radhika Dutt | Radical Product Thinking against Product Diseases pt.1 | ep.19
Jan 18, 2024
Radhika Dutt, author of Radical Product Thinking, talks about Product Diseases, the Hero Syndrome, and the importance of a clear vision in product management. They discuss the dangers of prioritizing growth over problem-solving, common product diseases like pivotitis, and the need for speed and direction. They also emphasize the impact of the hero syndrome on problem-solving and the risks of straying from the core mission.
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- Hero syndrome occurs when companies prioritize growth and being big over solving specific problems, leading to a lack of focus and hindering effective problem-solving through their products.
- Radical product thinking emphasizes the importance of clarity in vision and strategy, effective iteration, and alignment among teams, providing a systematic approach to building successful products and avoiding product diseases.
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The Danger of Hero Syndrome
Hero syndrome, commonly found in startups and growth-focused companies, occurs when the focus is solely on growth and being big, leading to a loss of focus on solving specific problems. Without a clear understanding of the problems they aim to solve, companies with hero syndrome struggle to prioritize and define their target audience. This lack of focus hinders effective problem-solving through their products, as the sole focus becomes on becoming large rather than solving problems efficiently.
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