Global Product Management Talk

Global Product Management Talk is pleased to bring you the next episode of... Product Mastery Now with host Chad McAllister, PhD. The podcast is all about helping people involved in innovation and managing products become more successful, grow their careers, and STANDOUT from their peers. About the Episode:  Product managers are pivotal in driving innovation within organizations. Today I’m answering common questions I get asked about product innovation and management, including: Supply-side vs. demand-side innovationThe Business Model CanvasStrategic planningPortfolio managementProject selection criteria I also discuss the importance of ongoing learning and professional growth for product managers. By mastering these areas, product managers can improve their skills, boost their influence, and contribute more effectively to their organization’s success.

Chip Chomyn, an expert in market research and product innovation, dives into the pivotal role of continuous market research in product development. He shares insights on the 'double diamond' approach and effective research methods, contrasting qualitative interviews with quantitative surveys. The conversation covers the importance of understanding customer needs, aligning product development with true consumer values, and devising smart pricing strategies. Chip emphasizes that market research should be viewed as an ongoing process essential for innovation.

Tiffany Price, an expert in workplace culture and team dynamics, shares her insights on AI's transformative impact on the workplace. She discusses adapting organizational values to thrive in the AI era and emphasizes the importance of psychological safety within teams. Price highlights how embracing vulnerability can enhance innovation and drive meaningful collaboration. Listeners will learn about managing employee concerns regarding AI, upskilling for a tech-driven future, and balancing human skills with AI capabilities for a stronger workplace culture.

Global Product Management Talk is pleased to bring you the next episode of... Product Mastery Now with host Chad McAllister, PhD. The podcast is all about helping people involved in innovation and managing products become more successful, grow their careers, and STANDOUT from their peers. About the Episode: The LAUNCH framework, created by James Whitman, offers a complete approach to successful product launches. It has six main parts: Listen to your clients, Assess the opportunity, Unify the team, Navigate the launch, Control the risks, and Hone the process. This framework helps solve common problems in product launches by encouraging teamwork, constant improvement, and strategic planning. By using the LAUNCH framework, companies can improve how they bring products to market, reduce launch failures, and make their product launch processes better over time.

Global Product Management Talk is pleased to bring you the next episode of... Product Mastery Now with host Chad McAllister, PhD. The podcast is all about helping people involved in innovation and managing products become more successful, grow their careers, and STANDOUT from their peers. About the Episode:  The Product Development and Management Association (PDMA) Inspire Innovation Conference, on September 14-17, 2024 in St. Louis, MO, offers product managers and innovators a unique chance to grow professionally.

Global Product Management Talk is pleased to bring you the next episode of... Product Mastery Now with host Chad McAllister, PhD. The podcast is all about helping people involved in innovation and managing products become more successful, grow their careers, and STANDOUT from their peers. About the Episode:  Product managers often face the challenge of significant responsibilities without formal authority.Creating a people-first culture is essential for gaining influence and driving innovation.A five-step model helps build this culture: caring, trust, unity, accountability, and mentoring.Recognizing the value in every team member and leveraging constraints can lead to significant innovations.Clear purpose helps teams navigate complexity and maintain focus.Mentoring is crucial for developing future leaders and sustaining a strong organizational culture.

Global Product Management Talk is pleased to bring you the next episode of... Product Mastery Now with host Chad McAllister, PhD. The podcast is all about helping people involved in innovation and managing products become more successful, grow their careers, and STANDOUT from their peers. About the Episode:  Tony Ulwick, creator of Jobs-to-Be-Done, introduces Outcome-Driven Innovation (ODI), a revolutionary approach to product management. ODI shifts focus from generating ideas to understanding and addressing customer needs, leading to more successful products and innovations. ODI prioritizes understanding customer needs over generating product ideasThe approach uses both qualitative and quantitative research to identify unmet customer needsKey components include the job map, need statements, and the opportunity algorithmODI stays focused on customer problems, not potential solutions This customer-centric approach to innovation offers product managers a structured method to create products that truly meet market needs and drive business success.

Global Product Management Talk is pleased to bring you the next episode of... Product Mastery Now with host Chad McAllister, PhD. The podcast is all about helping people involved in innovation and managing products become more successful, grow their careers, and STANDOUT from their peers. About the Episode:  We’ve talked before about design sprints with John Zeratsky, who co-created a way to solve big problems at Google in just 5 days, resulting in the popular 5-day design sprint. What if you don’t have 5 days, but 2 hours? It turns out you can still solve a lot of complex problems in a 2 hour design sprint if you know how. Think about that — being able to confidently solve complex problems with a team in only 2 hours instead of days. To tell us how to gain have that confidence, Teresa Cain is with us. She is the bestselling author of Solving Problems in 2 Hours: How to Brainstorm and Create Solutions with Two Hour Design Sprints, whose first edition became an instant hit among tech teams worldwide. The all new edition, which includes new AI tools, is now available. She is currently the Director of Product Management, User Experience and Design for TreviPay, a leader in global billing and invoicing. She is also the founder of Lucid Startup Consulting, a training firm focused on research, strategy, and vision for product managers, UX teams, businesses and entrepreneurs.

Global Product Management Talk is pleased to bring you the next episode of... Product Mastery Now with host Chad McAllister, PhD. The podcast is all about helping people involved in innovation and managing products become more successful, grow their careers, and STANDOUT from their peers. About the Episode:  Product lifecycle management is key to successful product development and innovation. This article explores the stages of a product’s life, from launch to retirement, and how they differ across industries and product types. Here are the main takeaways: The classic product lifecycle stages are introduction, growth, maturity, decline, and retirement.For software and SaaS products, development and lifecycle management often overlap.Ongoing customer feedback is vital throughout the product’s life.Teamwork across different departments is crucial for effective lifecycle management.Strategies need to be adapted for different types of products and industries.Innovation is key to extending and improving the product lifecycle. Understanding these ideas and using them well can help product managers handle the complexities of product lifecycle management and drive innovation in their companies.

Global Product Management Talk is pleased to bring you the next episode of... Product Mastery Now with host Chad McAllister, PhD. The podcast is all about helping people involved in innovation and managing products become more successful, grow their careers, and STANDOUT from their peers. About the Episode:  Want to level up your product management game? This guide dives into the world of product strategy, sharing insights from expert Andreas Maihoefer. We’ll explore key tools like the House of Strategy, which shows how different levels of strategy fit together, and the VRIO analysis, which helps you spot your competitive edge. You’ll learn how to define your business’s core and why planning is crucial, even if plans change. Whether you’re new to product management or looking to sharpen your skills, this article will help you think more strategically and create products your customers will love.