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Aug 29, 2023 โ€ข 20min

Project, Program, Product Management: ๐Ÿ•ต๏ธโ€โ™€๏ธ Unveiling the Mystery in โฐ 20 Minutes!

๐Ÿ‘‹ Hey there, curious minds! Ever felt confused about the differences between Project Management, Program Management, and Product Management? You're not alone! In just 20 minutes, we're breaking down these often misunderstood terms, so you can excel in your career! ๐Ÿš€ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:46 Welcome and overview 1:08 Types of product management roles 1:34 Consumer product manager 2:23 Platform product manager 4:36 B2B product manager 5:05 Growth product manager 6:34 Technical product manager 8:40 Comparing product, program, project management 13:00 Project manager vs product manager 15:10 Avoiding project manager job titles 16:30 Evolving understanding of product roles in India 17:48 Key takeaways Key Highlights ๐Ÿ”‘ The difference between a consumer product manager and a platform product manager How B2B product management differs from consumer product management Comparing product, program, and project management roles Project manager focuses on execution, product manager focuses on strategy Warning about project manager job titles masquerading as product roles Follow us on: Spotify: https://anchor.fm/everythingproduct Learn more about the hosts: Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru] Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/] Sid: LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/] Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/] Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi] ๐Ÿ’Ž Here are more resources for you ๐Ÿš€ The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! ๐Ÿš€ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt ๐Ÿงฐ Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! ๐Ÿงฐ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE โšก๏ธ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! โšก๏ธ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o
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Aug 22, 2023 โ€ข 30min

E54 - What is Product Management?| Unlock the Secrets to Product Management Mastery ๐Ÿ—๏ธ

Join Sid, Phani and Srianth as they pull back the curtain on the fascinating world of product management. Youโ€™ll get an insiderโ€™s view of key responsibilities like problem identification, solution, and aligning teams. As former engineers turned PM rock, they also discuss common pitfalls to avoid as well as pro tips for stakeholder management, influencing without authority, and keeping teams focused. By the end, youโ€™ll have a wealth of wisdom to help fast-track your product management career success! Youโ€™ll discover: The surprising truth about what product management really is (and isn't) ๐Ÿ˜ฒ How to master the key aspects ๐Ÿ’ช and tackle the toughest PM challenges head-on โš”๏ธ Common mistakes to avoid on your journey to PM greatness ๐Ÿšซ Pro tips and hacks ๐Ÿ’ก to align teams, influence without authority ๐Ÿ—ฃ, and create kick-ass products that customers love! ๐Ÿฅฐ With proven wisdom from the front lines ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ, this power-packed video ๐ŸŽฅ will launch your PM career into the stratosphere โœˆ๏ธ. Take your product game ๐ŸŽฎ to the next level and smash your PM goals! ๐Ÿ’ฅ Scroll down and hit play NOW! ๐Ÿ‘‡ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introductions 0:45 - What is product management? Definition and overview 3:34 - How we became interested in product management 5:00 - Is product management taught in school? 6:56 - Most difficult parts of being a PM 10:06 - Key aspects and responsibilities 18:48 - Challenges during product development lifecycle 24:03 - Bringing teams back to the vision Follow us on: Spotify: https://anchor.fm/everythingproduct Learn more about the hosts: Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru] Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/] Sid: LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/] Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/] Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi] ๐Ÿ’Ž Here are more resources for you ๐Ÿš€ The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! ๐Ÿš€ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt ๐Ÿงฐ Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! ๐Ÿงฐ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE โšก๏ธ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! โšก๏ธ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o
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Aug 15, 2023 โ€ข 17min

E53 - Revolutionize Your Work with ChatGPT Plugins ๐Ÿค– and Bard Integration โšก๏ธ

Join Srinath ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ’ป, Sid ๐Ÿค“, as they dive into the latest AI advancements and how these tools can make product managers more productive! See demos of ChatGPT plugins ๐Ÿค– a link summarizer and restaurant bot ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ and more. Learn how Google is integrating their new AI Bard ๐ŸŽน directly into Gmail, Docs, Sheets and more. Watch as Bard whips up a PRD, improves a newsletter and even drafts a full email thread - all with just a few prompts โœจ. Discover when you can start using these new AI productivity superpowers yourself! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:58 ChatGPT Plugin Demos 3:16 ChatGPT Plugin Demos 6:28 Bard Demo in Google Apps 12:31 Accessing Bard 15:09 Outro Follow us on: Spotify: https://anchor.fm/everythingproduct Learn more about the hosts: Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru] Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/] Sid: LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/] Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/] Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi] ๐Ÿ’Ž Here are more resources for you ๐Ÿš€ The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! ๐Ÿš€ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt ๐Ÿงฐ Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! ๐Ÿงฐ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE โšก๏ธ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! โšก๏ธ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o
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Aug 7, 2023 โ€ข 22min

E52 - ๐Ÿš€ The COMPLETE Guide to Crushing Behavioral Interviews for Product Managers! ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Join product superstars ๐Ÿ˜Ž Sid, Srini, and Phani ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿ’ป as they reveal their TOP SECRETS to acing behavioral interview questions at FAANG companies! ๐Ÿ† You'll discover: ๐Ÿ‘‰ How to customize your prep for Amazon, Google, Meta, etc. ๐Ÿ“ ๐Ÿ‘‰ The exact STAR method to structure perfect answers ๐ŸŒŸ ๐Ÿ‘‰ Srini's #1 trick for nailing Amazon's leadership principles โœ… ๐Ÿ‘‰ Why you MUST quantify results to demonstrate impact ๐Ÿ“ˆ ๐Ÿ‘‰ How to craft failure stories (Meta's favorite!) ๐Ÿ’ฃ ๐Ÿ‘‰ The simple 8-story framework Sid uses to ace any question โœจ Timestamps: 0:25 Meet the experts! ๐Ÿค 1:21 Behavioral interview overview ๐Ÿ“– 2:38 Tips to prep leadership principles ๐Ÿ“š 4:41 Use the STAR method! ๐ŸŒŸ 6:18 Quantify results = impact ๐Ÿ“ˆ 7:59 Company approaches ๐Ÿข 8:43 Decoding behavioral questions โ“ 10:08 Customize your prep! ๐ŸŽฏ 10:43 Share experiences ๐Ÿ‘ฅ 12:33 Origin of Amazon principles ๐Ÿ“œ 15:39 Sid's 8-story framework โœ… 18:01 Amazon interview deep dive ๐Ÿ” 19:05 Crushing Meta interviews ๐Ÿ˜Ž 21:10 Wrap up & call for feedback ๐Ÿ—ฃ Follow us on: Spotify: https://anchor.fm/everythingproduct Learn more about the hosts: Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru] Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/] Sid: LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/] Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/] Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi] ๐Ÿ’Ž Here are more resources for you ๐Ÿš€ The Ultimate PM Launch Pad - Blast Off Your Career Now! ๐Ÿš€ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTOupMjArBvrML5VWUGzaKqt ๐Ÿงฐ Master the PM Toolkit - Equip Yourself for Success! ๐Ÿงฐ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTM4acJOjQYFvOVMzfiEFlqE โšก๏ธ Stay Ahead of the Tech Curve - Charge Your Knowledge Now! โšก๏ธ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0KSCr65RCTMvYe4lAYpfdbDoNdPbA33o
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Aug 1, 2023 โ€ข 30min

This Mind-Blowing ๐Ÿคฏ Chatgpt Code Interpreter Will 10X Your Productivity as a product manager ๐Ÿ“ˆ

Srinath, AI expert and OpenAI's Codeinterpreter enthusiast, joins the hosts in exploring the mind-blowing AI power of OpenAI's Codeinterpreter. Some interesting topics discussed include analyzing rideshare data, generating an Excel dashboard, optimizing resumes, and summarizing technical papers. They also provide tips for writing effective prompts and highlight the productivity enhancements offered by Codeinterpreter.
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Jul 25, 2023 โ€ข 41min

E49 - Crafting a Winning Product Manager Resume in 2023 ๐Ÿ“: Proven Tips and Strategies!

Welcome to an insightful episode where we decode the art of creating a powerful Product Manager Resume. Whether you're an aspiring PM, a transitioning professional, or a seasoned PM aiming for that coveted role, this video is your ultimate guide. Dive in as we break down real resume examples, discuss the most sought-after skills in the industry, and share insider tips to differentiate your application. Learn how to tell your story, define your value proposition, and make hiring managers take notice. Transform your career trajectory with proven strategies, all packaged in this one essential guide to a winning Product Manager Resume Learn tips to make your resume stand out and land product manager interviews in 2023. We discuss how to customize your resume, write impactful bullet points, highlight metrics and results, and optimize each section. Highlights for Product Managers: - Customize your resume for each job by pulling keywords from the job description ๐Ÿ“‹ - Show metrics, impact, and results in each experience bullet point โฌ†๏ธ - Highlight PM skills: strategy, customers, data, and stakeholder management ๐Ÿ‘ฅ - Prioritize most recent and relevant experience ๐Ÿ—“ - Keep resume design simple and readable ๐Ÿ“– - Include links to LinkedIn profile and any side projects ๐ŸŒ - Research interviewers beforehand on LinkedIn ๐Ÿ•ต๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro ๐Ÿ‘‹ 1:02 Most important thing in a PM resume ๐Ÿ’ก 2:53 Resume as your marketing material ๐Ÿ“ฃ 3:30 Customizing for each job ๐ŸŽฏ 5:37 Optimizing resume for ATS keywords ๐Ÿ” 6:43 Using job description keywords ๐Ÿ—๏ธ 9:31 Key PM skills to highlight ๐Ÿ† 11:48 Quantifying achievements ๐Ÿ“ˆ 15:49 Education and certifications ๐ŸŽ“ 18:51 Formatting - white space, font size ๐Ÿ–‹๏ธ 21:34 Prioritizing recent experience ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 22:49 Resume design and formatting ๐Ÿ–Œ๏ธ 25:41 Tools to improve your resume ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ 27:38 Side projects ๐Ÿ—๏ธ 31:25 Resume templates ๐Ÿ“„ 33:29 LinkedIn profile ๐Ÿ’ผ 35:24 Researching your interviewers ๐Ÿ” 38:42 Final takeaways โœ… Follow us on: Spotify: https://anchor.fm/everythingproduct Learn more about the hosts: Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru] Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/] Sid: LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/] Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/] Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]
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Jul 18, 2023 โ€ข 27min

E48 - ๐Ÿ’€ Is Product Management Really Dying? Product Manager Vs Product Marketing Manager

In this episode of "Everything Product," we dive deep into the pressing question: Is product management going away? Join Sid Saladi, Srinath Kotela, and Phani as they explore this topic in detail, spurred by a recent conference involving the CEOs of Figma and Airbnb. Listen in as we dissect the roles of a product manager and a product marketing manager and their contributions to the success of a product. Hear firsthand reactions to the controversial statement that sparked the debate: the merging of product management into product marketing. Highlights: - Unpacking the controversy around Airbnb's approach to product management and product marketing - The value of a product manager in today's diverse corporate landscapes - How roles change based on the size of the company, the stage of the product, and the lifecycle of the product - Insights on the impact of marketing and attracting customers on the role of product managers in companies like Airbnb and TikTok Chapters: - 00:01 - Introduction and backstory of the discussion - 01:52 - Roles of product manager and product marketing manager - 08:44 - Perspective on the varying roles in different organizations - 07:30 - Skills that product managers and product marketing managers bring to the table - 14:08 - How Product manager roles vary (Startups V/S Matured companies) - 20:00 -How Product manager roles vary (SaaS V/S Hardware products) Follow us on: Spotify: https://anchor.fm/everythingproduct Learn more about the hosts: Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru] Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/] Sid: LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/] Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/] Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]
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Jul 15, 2023 โ€ข 22min

E47 - Threads App vs. Twitter: Unveiling the Power Struggle ๐Ÿ”ฅ - Will Threads Kill the Giant? ๐Ÿ’ฅ

In this episode of "Everything Product," we turn our attention to the recent launch of Threads, the new app by Meta. Join Sid Saladi, Srinath Kotela, and Phani as they delve into the implications of this new entrant in the social media landscape. is Threads just an Instagram feature or a standalone app? Is it a Twitter copy or a Twitter killer? Listen in as we unpack these questions and more, discussing the strategies of Meta, the response from users, and the potential impact on Twitter. Timestamps: - 00:00 - Introduction to the topic of Threads - 02:45 - Instagram's Strategy - 07:44 - Threads- for educational content - 09:44 - Threads- Weekness and Opportunities -12:51 - Threads- for Content Creators -15:48 - Threads- Other Explorations Highlights: - Insights into the launch and initial reception of Threads - Discussion on the potential for Threads to be integrated into Instagram - Analysis of the user acquisition of Threads compared to other platforms - Examination of the potential legal and competitive implications of Threads' launch Follow us on: Spotify: https://anchor.fm/everythingproduct Learn more about the hosts: Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru] Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/] Sid: LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/] Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/] Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi] Tags: #ThreadsApp #Meta #Instagram #Twitter #SocialMedia #AppReview #SocialMediaTrends #UserAcquisition #LegalImplications
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Jul 4, 2023 โ€ข 31min

E46 - ๐Ÿ“ Measure What Matters: Mastering OKRs for Impactful ๐Ÿš€ Product Success ๐Ÿ†

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ๐Ÿ”Š Welcome to the Everything Product podcast! In this episode, product managers Srinath Kotela, Phani Vuyuru, and Sid Saladi ๐Ÿง‘๐Ÿฝโ€๐Ÿ’ผ๐Ÿง‘๐Ÿฝโ€๐Ÿ’ผ๐Ÿง‘๐Ÿฝโ€๐Ÿ’ผ deep-dive into the concept of OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and how they can help prioritize goals ๐ŸŽฏ and initiatives for product teams. ๐ŸŽง If you're a product manager seeking practical advice on setting and achieving goals for your team, this podcast episode is a must-listen. ๐Ÿ“ข We provide clear explanations and real-world examples of how to use OKRs effectively in your day-to-day work. ๐Ÿ’ผ Don't miss this opportunity to learn from experienced product managers and elevate your team's performance! ๐Ÿš€Highlights: - What are OKRs - When do product Managers use OKRs in the product-building process - Discover how OKRs can help product managers prioritize tasks effectively ๐Ÿ“‹ - Understand the difference between outputs and outcomes and why it matters ๐Ÿ” - Gain insights into best practices for setting and monitoring OKRs to hit company goals ๐Ÿ’ฅ - Pitfalls of OKRs Follow us on: Spotify: https://anchor.fm/everythingproduct Learn more about the hosts: Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru] Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/] Sid: LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/] Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/] Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]
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Jun 27, 2023 โ€ข 34min

E45 - From Engineering to Product Management: Our Personal Journey

Welcome to our latest episode of Everything Product! Today, we're excited to discuss our own personal journeys as we transitioned from engineering into the dynamic world of product management. During this episode, we dive deep into the motivations that inspired our shift, the influential mentors who left indelible marks on our professional lives, and the strategic steps we each took in transitioning from engineering roles to product management. We also highlight some of the potential pitfalls that can come with the transition from engineering to product management, especially the risk of becoming too solutions-oriented and losing sight of the need for a comprehensive understanding of the problem at hand. Whether you're an engineer contemplating a shift to product management, or simply curious about what such a transition involves, this episode offers a treasure trove of firsthand insights. We'll share our experiences and reveal the secrets that enabled our successful career transitions. Follow us on: Spotify: https://anchor.fm/everythingproduct Learn more about the hosts: Phani - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phanivuyyuru] Srinath - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotela/] Sid: LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsaladi/] Newsletter - [https://sidsaladi.substack.com/] Twitter - [https://mobile.twitter.com/Sidsaladi]

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