Product Talk
Products That Count
Produced by Products That Count, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that helps everyone build great products, this podcast is an award-winning show by and for product minds, with millions of downloads and a 5-star rating on most major platforms. Each of the 300+ episodes features a product leader interviewing another product leader and exploring what it takes to build great products. Recent ones feature the Chief Product Officers of Brex, Glassdoor, Experian and more.
About Us: Products that Count is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that helps everyone build great products. It celebrates product excellence through coveted Awards that inspire 500,000+ product managers and honor great products and the professionals responsible for their success. It accelerates the career and rise to the C-suite of 30% of all Product Managers globally by providing exceptional programming – including award-winning podcasts and popular newsletters – for free. It acts as a trusted advisor to all CPOs at Fortune 1000, and publishes key insights from innovative companies, like Capgemini, SoFi, and Amplitude, that turn product success into business success. Learn more at ProductsThatCount.com.
About Us: Products that Count is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that helps everyone build great products. It celebrates product excellence through coveted Awards that inspire 500,000+ product managers and honor great products and the professionals responsible for their success. It accelerates the career and rise to the C-suite of 30% of all Product Managers globally by providing exceptional programming – including award-winning podcasts and popular newsletters – for free. It acts as a trusted advisor to all CPOs at Fortune 1000, and publishes key insights from innovative companies, like Capgemini, SoFi, and Amplitude, that turn product success into business success. Learn more at ProductsThatCount.com.
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Jun 14, 2023 • 46min
EP 301 - Craft.io CEO on Adopting a Product-Focused Mindset
Why is adopting a product-focused mindset important? In this podcast, Ubiety Technologies CPO Nacho Andrade meets with Craft.io CEO Elad Simon to discuss how adopting a product-focused mindset can drive transformation and growth. Discover valuable insights on embracing curiosity, leveraging qualitative and quantitative data, and exploring innovative tools.
Jun 9, 2023 • 38min
EP 300 - Product Awards Series: Sagetap CoFounder on Revolutionizing Software Discovery
In the 8th episode of the Product Awards Series, Ubiety Techologies CPO Nacho Andrade interviews Sagetap Co-Founder Kevin Hughes. Originally inspired by dating apps, the Sagetap team realized the broken state of software discovery and the need for a platform that categorizes and offers technology in a consumable way. Hughes emphasizes the importance of a clear mission, strategy, and product goals, as well as the value of resources like books, frameworks, and design tools such as Figma. Sagetap's current focus is on cybersecurity dev tools and cloud infrastructure, with plans for expansion. Hughes also shares insights on the company's hiring process and the passion for creating frictionless connections between participants.
Jun 7, 2023 • 45min
EP 299 - Atlassian Data Science Lead on Navigating a Non-Linear Career Path
How can you navigate a non-linear career path in the tech industry? In this podcast, Kaboo Founder Neha Shah meets with Atlassian Data Science Lead Nisha Lyer to discuss non-linear career paths, the power of continuous learning, and the significance of product-market fit. Gain valuable insights on leveraging user interviews, synthesizing data, and understanding customer needs.
Jun 2, 2023 • 36min
EP 298 - CPO Rising Series: Seaworld Parks & Entertainment CPO on Driving Digital Transformation
In episode 4 of the CPO Rising Podcast Series, Products That Count CPO Renée Niemi hosts SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment Chief Product and Digital Officer Kou Raghavan. Through the modernization of websites, improvement of the mobile app, and increased digital usage, SeaWorld has enhanced guest satisfaction, increased revenue, and attracted new visitors. The product team's focus on optimizing the pre-visit and in-park experiences has resulted in a high utility mobile app that minimizes waiting times and maximizes time spent on attractions. Raghavan guides the team's initiatives, collaborating with other teams, and plays a strategic role in driving growth and aligning with company objectives. The episode also delves into the team structure, metrics, lessons learned, and the qualities of a great product leader driving digital transformation.
May 31, 2023 • 33min
EP 297 - Herself Health CPO on Revolutionizing Women's Health and FemTech
How can thoughtful design and innovative products address women's health? In this podcast, Willow Innovations Product CXO Melissa Pickering meets with Herself Health CPO Nicole Lyon to discuss the challenges, opportunities, and inspiring companies that are revolutionizing women's health and the FemTech industry. Gain insights into user-centric design, the motherhood journey, and the importance of inclusive design. Uncover the potential for transformative solutions and the impact of addressing real needs in women's health and FemTech.
May 26, 2023 • 26min
EP 296 - Product Awards Series: Novo Director of Product on Balancing Customer Needs and Business Outcomes
In episode 7 of the Product Awards Series, Ubiety Techologies CPO Nacho Andrade interviews Novo Director of Product Roger Liu. Liu discusses the importance of balancing customer needs and business outcomes. He underscores the crucial role of robust internal communication and swift execution, which he views as the pillars of successful product creation. Liu emphasizes the importance of correctly identifying target markets, a strategy that has significantly influenced Novo's product development process. As a proponent of urgency in product release, Liu believes in maintaining high-quality standards while rapidly responding to market needs. For those aspiring to join product management, Liu advises developing a customer-centric mindset, improving communication skills, and gaining a deep understanding of stakeholder management.
May 24, 2023 • 45min
EP 295 - Google Product Lead Dan Chuparkoff on Product Management Challenges and Strategies
How can product leaders navigate product management challenges? In this episode, join Jonathan Ozeran as he interviews Google Product Lead Dan Chuparkoff to gain valuable insights into product management challenges and strategies. Discover Dan's experiences in small startups and large enterprises, his lessons learned, and the importance of effective communication and storytelling in product management.
May 19, 2023 • 39min
EP 294 - CPO Rising Series: Brex CPO on Strategic Reinvention and Responsible Growth
Episode 3 of the CPO Rising Podcast Series sees Products That Count CPO Renée Niemi hosting Brex CPO Karandeep Anand. A seasoned tech executive, Anand discusses his transition from large firms like Microsoft and Meta to Brex, a dynamic financial services company that has evolved into a mid-market enterprise SaaS provider. Anand offers insights into the strategic pivots Brex had to undertake amid financial uncertainties, placing an emphasis on core value, strategic focus, and talent acquisition. He shares their journey of creating an enterprise workflow for expense management, serving corporations such as DoorDash and Coinbase, and the role of their cultural values in accelerating development. With a keen focus on 'responsible growth', transparency, and customer-centric decisions, Anand sheds light on Brex's approach to mergers and acquisitions, their lessons learned, and his philosophy on what makes a great product leader. Tune in for a thoughtful discourse on navigating financial uncertainties, fostering a nimble corporate culture, and driving responsible growth.
May 17, 2023 • 58min
EP 293 - Linkedin Senior Director of Product on Driving Innovation in Product
How can product managers effectively drive innovation and manage resources in larger organizations? Join Adobe Senior Product Director Heidi Gibson as she interviews Linkedin Senior Product Director Laura Teclemariam in an insightful discussion about product management and innovation. Discover valuable insights on managing resources, building effective product teams, and driving innovation in larger organizations.
May 12, 2023 • 33min
EP 292 - Product Awards Series: Earkick Co-Founder on Solving Customer Problems and Quality Product Development
In this engaging conversation, Herbert Bay, Co-founder of Earkick, discusses his journey in creating a privacy-focused ear assistant. He emphasizes the importance of understanding customer problems and achieving product-market fit. The talk dives into how Earkick enhances workplace mental health while safeguarding individual privacy, offering valuable insights to employers. Bay also explores the distinction between traditional AI and assistive intelligence, underlining trust and user feedback as key components in building innovative products.
