Scandinavian Product Podcast #29 Navigating hyper scale, leading in extreme crises, hardware vs software, and more | Tor Erik (ex-CPO at Easee) and Stian Øien (CPO at Futurehome and Ex-VP at Easee)
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Feb 5, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Tor Erik Skårdal, former CPO at Easee, and Stian Øien, CPO at Futurehome and ex-VP at Easee, share their insights from leading product teams during crises. They delve into the stark differences in leadership approaches between hyper growth and severe downsizing. Topics include the necessity of rapid idea evaluation, the complexities of hardware versus software product management, and how cross-functional collaboration can enhance efficiency during extreme challenges. Their experiences offer valuable lessons for current and future product leaders.
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Easee Downtime Crisis
- During a major downtime at Easee, back-end developers slept at the office to restore service.
- This incident highlighted the importance of teamwork and fast decision-making in crisis situations.
Crisis-Driven Efficiency
- Crises can reveal the true speed and efficiency of a team, contrasting with slower, quieter periods.
- Companies may revert to old habits after a crisis, but the lessons learned about risk and speed remain.
Leading in Crisis
- In a crisis, inaction poses a greater risk than taking action.
- Empowered teams become less relevant, and a more directive approach becomes necessary.