[136] Amazon Alexa Visionary Anish Kannan on Product Strategy, Team Building & Mass Adoption

Anish Kannan is a visionary and leader who played a pivotal role in bringing Amazon's Alexa devices to market. Join us as we explore the tactics and tools for product strategy, the challenges faced in building revolutionary products, and the importance of effective team leadership. We'll also be diving into Anish's insights on interviewing, customer communication, and how to navigate the ever-changing landscape of product management. We cover all this and more: [00:01:23] Amazon Alexa Visionary - Journey from Zero to Multimillions, Teams, Innovation, Leadership, and Communication Tips. [00:04:46] The Role of Product Management: Problem-solving, Building, and Customer Focus. [00:08:57] Finding Joy in a Job Change through Surgical Questioning. [00:11:38] The Risks of Hiring, Especially for Outsiders. [00:15:33] Amazon's New Voice-Controlled Device Introduction. [00:17:21] Navigating Partnerships, Building Unique Experiences, Launching, and Finding Joy. [00:20:16] Convenience and Problem Solving with a New Device Type, Music Search with Screen. [00:23:26] Collecting Feedback, Monitoring Discussions, Issue Resolution, and Customer Interviews. [00:27:27] Product Leadership, Management, Value of PR FAQ, and the Working Backward Process. [00:31:42] Maintaining High Recruiting Standards. [00:35:18] Key Factors in Evaluating Product Management Candidates. [00:36:18] Focusing on Relevant Questions and Specificity. [00:40:52] The Importance of Direct and Succinct Communication for Product Managers. [00:45:26] Influencing Stakeholders for Effective Product Management. [00:46:28] Trust, Influence, Passion for Technology, and Credibility. [00:50:28] Reflections on Being a Product Leader at Amazon So sit back, relax, and get ready to elevate your knowledge and skills as we uncover the secrets of successful product development. More From Anish: ⁠⁠Anish's LinkedIn More from Delaney: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Delaney’s AI Consulting

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