James Hawkins
CEO/co-founder of PostHog, discussing the company's Series E, product strategy, product-led growth for developer-focused analytics, and how AI has accelerated development.
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Sep 29, 2025 • 3h 43min
Claude Sonnet 4.5 Reactions, David Senra Live in The Ultradome | Dylan Field, Adam Foroughi, Mike Krieger, Jeff Weinstein, Adam Draper, James Hawkins, Erik Bernhardsson
Mike Krieger, co-founder of Instagram and now at Anthropic, dives into Claude Sonnet 4.5, discussing the fine line between eagerness and laziness in AI responses to enhance user trust. Dylan Field, CEO of Figma, explores the integration of AI in design, highlighting how it transforms workflows while augmenting human creativity. Jeff Weinstein from Stripe examines agentic commerce, enabling seamless shopping experiences in ChatGPT. The conversation shifts to Adam Foroughi on mobile advertising trends and James Hawkins on AI-driven product strategies in analytics.
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Dec 10, 2025 • 39min
From Pivot Hell To $1.4 Billion Unicorn
James Hawkins, Founder and CEO of PostHog, shares his journey of transforming a startup idea into a $1.4 billion unicorn. He dives into the challenges of surviving 'pivot hell' and the breakthrough of open-source analytics. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding user needs, building in public for trust, and leveraging humor in marketing. James also discusses their ambitious plans for AI integration and how creating a standout brand through polarizing design can capture attention in the tech space.
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Jul 10, 2025 • 45min
No Babysitters, No Bottlenecks: Inside PostHog’s Unstoppable Product Machine
James Hawkins, Co-CEO of PostHog, dives into the power of empowering product engineers rather than just following traditional software engineering roles. He discusses how their chaotic, roadmap-free approach allows for rapid innovation and flexibility. PMs provide context instead of managing tasks, fostering trust and autonomy within small teams. This strategy leads to faster shipping and aligned goals focused on customer needs. James also reveals plans for future growth, including product expansion and AI integration, showcasing a visionary approach to software development.
