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Kayvon Beykpour

Head of product at Twitter, he joined Twitter through Periscope and has held various roles within the company.

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124 snips
Apr 28, 2024 • 1h 35min

Twitter’s former Head of Product opens up: being fired, meeting Elon, changing stagnant culture, building consumer product, more | Kayvon Beykpour

In this insightful discussion, Kayvon Beykpour, former Head of Product at Twitter and the mastermind behind Periscope, shares his journey from leading product changes to facing abrupt layoffs after Elon Musk's acquisition. He delves into the challenges of revitalizing Twitter's stagnant culture, the intricate balance between innovation and copying successful models, and the lessons learned from Periscope’s rise and fall. With candid advice on building consumer products, he emphasizes the importance of understanding user needs over rigid frameworks.
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Feb 3, 2023 • 54min

20Product: When to Hire a CPO, The Three Different Types of CPO, How To Know What You Need, How To Structure the Hiring Process, What Are the Must-Ask Questions, What Tests and Case Studies Should Be Used, How Should Their Compensation Package Be Structur

In this engaging discussion, Shreyas Doshi, David Lieb, Marty Cagan, and Kayvon Beykpour share their extensive expertise in product leadership. They break down the three types of product leaders—operators, craftspersons, and visionaries—highlighting the importance of hiring a Chief Product Officer at the right time. The conversation dives into crafting effective hiring processes, evaluating candidates based on experience versus potential, and the balance between domain expertise and product skills. Their insights are invaluable for any startup aiming for growth!
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Jun 8, 2022 • 43min

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

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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Mar 9, 2021 • 1h 16min

How Twitter is building its future, with Kayvon Beykpour

Nilay talks with Twitter’s Head of Consumer Product, Keyvon Beykpour about what it took to reset the team towards growth, how he decides what to prioritize, and what the timelines for success look like on different projects. They also talk about moderation, of course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jul 6, 2022 • 35min

20 Product: The Ultimate Guide to Product Reviews: What Makes the Best vs the Worst | How Often Should They Be | Who Should Be Invited | Who Sets The Agenda | How to do Follow-Ups Post Product Reviews

Scott Belsky, Adobe’s Chief Product Officer, shares his expertise on product reviews along with Aparna Chennapragada from Robinhood and Kayvon Beykpour, a veteran from Twitter. They dive into what makes a great product review and common pitfalls to avoid. The trio discusses the importance of clear agendas and participant selection, especially in remote settings. They emphasize balancing intuition and data in product development and outline strategies for effective feedback, accountability, and maintaining open communication within product teams.