Lenny's Podcast: Product | Growth | Career
Failure
Dec 13, 2023
In this thought-provoking discussion, Paul Adams, Chief Product Officer at Intercom, candidly recounts his public speaking struggles and product failures at Google. Tom Conrad, CEO of Zero Longevity Science, shares valuable lessons from infamous flops like Pets.com and Quibi. Meanwhile, Gina Gotthilf, COO of Latitude, emphasizes the importance of sharing both successes and failures to foster growth. Together, they highlight how embracing setbacks can lead to innovation and deeper understanding in careers and product development.
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- Acknowledge and share the 'B moments' in our lives to learn and grow from setbacks on the path to success.
- Lessons from failure and adversity include persistence, resilience, adaptability, understanding others' perspectives, storytelling, embracing learning opportunities, and seeking connections.
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Importance of Recognizing B Moments
Gina Gothelf emphasizes the significance of acknowledging and sharing the "B moments" in our lives. While we often highlight our achievements and successes, it's essential to recognize the challenges, failures, and uncertainties that make up our journeys. Gina shares her own B moments, including dropping out of college, facing rejection from job applications, losing visas, getting fired, and struggling financially. By embracing and sharing these moments, we can learn and grow, understanding that everyone experiences setbacks on their path to success.
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