The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch 20 Product: Twitter's Former Head of Product, Kayvon Beykpour on How to Structure and Manage the Best Product Reviews, The Core Set of Questions to Ask All Potential Product Hires and When To Continue vs Quit on New Products
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Jun 8, 2022 Kayvon Beykpour, former Head of Product at Twitter, shares insights from his remarkable career, including his journey with Periscope. He discusses how to build effective product teams, including key traits to look for in hires and the right timing for delegating decisions. Kayvon delves into impactful interview techniques and the importance of balancing data with storytelling in product management. He also reflects on his experiences as an angel investor, emphasizing the need for passion and collaboration in product development.
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Periscope and Scott Belsky
- Kayvon Beykpour was introduced to Scott Belsky by a VC who rejected Periscope but saw the potential synergy.
- Belsky, already familiar with the live-streaming concept, became an early investor and valuable advisor.
Ignoring Naysayers
- Many initially dismissed Periscope's idea as unoriginal and unnecessary due to existing live-streaming apps.
- The Periscope team's conviction and ignoring naysayers proved crucial to their success.
Low Latency Magic
- Periscope prioritized low latency live video to create a sense of teleportation and real-time interaction.
- This technical challenge, though difficult, created a magical, mind-blowing experience for early users.