Chris Jones

Chris Jones, a SVPG partner and time management expert, shares his insights on maximizing productivity in product development. He discusses the common struggles of professionals swamped by excessive meetings, emphasizing the urgent versus important task dilemma. Jones advocates for reshaping meeting cultures to foster trust and empowerment among teams. He provides actionable strategies for evaluating time use and reducing pointless meetings, helping listeners prioritize meaningful work over mere urgency.

Chris Jones, a partner at SVPG, dives into the world of product development, revealing common myths that can hinder innovation. He emphasizes that some of the best product ideas often stem from engineers, not just designers. Jones debunks the misconception that design is merely a downstream function and highlights the importance of design in the discovery process. He stresses that product managers should focus on solving real customer problems, rather than just fulfilling requests, fostering true collaboration within teams for exceptional product outcomes.