All Things Product with Teresa and Petra

Leading Or Managing Chaos

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Jun 24, 2025
The hosts explore the innovative Product Leadership Wheel, a self-assessment tool that aids product leaders in personal growth. They discuss the three critical buckets of product leadership: People, Product, and Ways of Working. Overwhelm in leadership is tackled with practical strategies to manage it. The conversation emphasizes the risks of splitting leadership roles too soon and shares insights on empowering teams without relinquishing authority. Plus, listeners get an exclusive sneak peek into Petra's upcoming email course for aspiring product leaders!
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INSIGHT

Core Areas of Product Leadership

  • Product leadership encompasses three broad responsibilities: People, Product, and Ways of Working.
  • The Product Leadership Wheel helps leaders self-assess and find personal growth areas across these domains.
ADVICE

Use Deep Self-Assessment Questions

  • Use detailed questions within each leadership responsibility to gauge performance accurately.
  • Don't overestimate your effectiveness; deep reflection and honest assessment are crucial.
ADVICE

Track and Adjust Time Allocation

  • Review your calendar to see where you spend time across leadership responsibilities.
  • Adjust focus based on company maturity, scaling priorities, or urgent product needs.
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