Everything Product Podcast

Sid Saladi, Phani Vuyyuru and Srinath Kotela
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Oct 10, 2023 โ€ข 31min

E61 - Product KPIs 101: What They Are & Why They Matter

The podcast discusses the differences between KPIs and OKRs, emphasizing the importance of aligning them with business goals and customer needs. They advise against using vanity metrics and recommend using both quantitative and qualitative feedback. The podcast also explores the concepts of leading and lagging indicators and provides tips on selecting the right KPIs and OKRs, starting simple and iterating over time.
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Oct 1, 2023 โ€ข 26min

E60 - Don't be a Product manager IF !!

๐ŸŽ™๏ธWelcome to another episode of Everything Product. Today, we delve deep into the intricate world of Product Management and discuss the pivotal qualities that every aspiring Product Manager should possess. If youโ€™re contemplating a career in this field, tune in to learn why these attributes are non-negotiable! ๐Ÿ”Topics & Discussion Questions: The Emotional Quotient: Dive into why emotional intelligence is paramount, often overshadowing technical know-how in the realm of product management. Can one truly succeed without mastering the art of navigating through complex interpersonal dynamics? Decision-Making Under Pressure: Explore the frequency at which PMs make decisions shrouded in ambiguity and why those seeking clear guidelines might find themselves at sea in this role. The Constant Juggle: Juggling between diverse stakeholders is a daily affair. Discover how a PM prioritizes and why those not adept at multitasking might find the role daunting. Feedback as a Tool, Not a Threat: Uncover the integral role of feedback in a PMโ€™s journey and why itโ€™s crucial to view criticism as a stepping stone rather than a stumbling block. The Ever-Changing Tech Landscape:With the tech landscape in perpetual flux, learn how PMs stay ahead of the curve and why an aversion to continual learning can be a major roadblock. ๐Ÿš€Whether youโ€™re an aspiring PM, a seasoned professional, or simply curious about the field, this episode is packed with insights and real-world examples that will help you understand the nuances of Product Management. Donโ€™t miss out on discovering whether you have what it takes to thrive in this dynamic role! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:57 Emotional intelligence 3:50 Decision-making under pressure 7:50 Prioritization 12:15 Feedback 16:45 Changing tech landscape 21:50 Key takeaways 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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Sep 30, 2023 โ€ข 1h 3min

E59 - Founder to Product Manager | ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Product Leader Interviews

In this podcast episode of Everything Product, the hosts Sid Saladi, Srinath kotela and Phani Vuyyuru interview Nasi Rwigema, a product manager at Product Led Alliance. They discuss Nasi's path from being a Founder to a product manager, the importance of building trust and empowering teams and tips for working effectively with stakeholders. Nasi also shares his most important tips for product managers. This episode is packed with valuable tips and advice for aspiring and experienced product managers alike. Don't miss out! Nasi's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nasirwigema/ Product-Led Alliance is hosting Summits in the UK, USA, Australia, Singapore, Germany and Canada this year. Everything Product subscribers can enjoy 10% off Product-Led Alliance 2023 Summits with the code โ€˜EverythingProduct10โ€™. Product-Led Alliance Summits 2023: https://pmmalliance.co/event-calendar Product-Led Growth Certified: Core - https://pmmalliance.co/growth-core PLG Metrics: Masters - https://pmmalliance.co/PLGmetrics 0:00 Video start 2:10 Nasi Introduction 3:30 What does PLA offer for PMs 7:30 Srinath's experience at Product led summit 10:00 Nasi's transition - Founder to PM 24:00 Responsibilities as a PM 27:00 Product led growth model 33:00 Tips & tricks to drive teams 41:00 How to foster the culture of creativity 46:00 What is the most fun thing as a PM 50:45 How do you use data
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Sep 18, 2023 โ€ข 42min

E58 - ๐Ÿ’กProduct Metrics 101: Key Metrics Every Product Manager Should Know ๐Ÿ“ˆ

Want to learn the key metrics every product manager should track? ๐Ÿ“ˆ In this value-packed video, we break down the most essential product metrics you need to know. The podcast the article: https://sidsaladi.substack.com/p/week-5-week-in-product-series-product Get ready for a complete overview including: 0:00 - Intro ๐Ÿ‘‹ 0:45 - Why product metrics are CRITICAL ๐Ÿ”ฅ 2:15 - Defining a north star metric ๐ŸŒŸ 4:50 - One metric that matters per team ๐Ÿ‘ฅ 6:30 - Pirate metrics (ARR) ๐Ÿดโ€โ˜ ๏ธ 8:10 - Level 1 and 2 metrics explained ๐Ÿ“Š 10:00 - Real life company example (Everything Food) ๐Ÿฒ 15:00 - Revenue metrics to track ๐Ÿ’ฐ 17:00 - Avoiding metric gaming ๐ŸŽฎ 19:50 - Metric hierarchy recap ๐Ÿ“ 21:00 - Frequency of reviewing metrics โฑ 23:30 - Top tools for tracking metrics ๐Ÿ›  26:00 - Testing and experimentation ๐Ÿงช 28:00 - YouTube metrics example ๐Ÿ“บ 31:00 - Preparing for PM interviews ๐Ÿ’ผ 39:00 - Key takeaways to remember ๐Ÿง  We also highlight specific metrics to focus on like North Star, revenue, and retention metrics. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in product management or wanting to level up their product analytics skills. Hit subscribe and click the bell to stay updated on our latest videos to help you on your product management journey! Let me know if you would like me to expand or modify the description further. I aimed to make it energetic and highlight the key topics covered in an inviting way. Please provide any other feedback to improve it! 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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Sep 10, 2023 โ€ข 39min

E57 - Top AI tools for Product Managers to Stand out | ChatGPT | Claude | Zapier | Midjourney

Discover how AI can enhance the lives of product managers. Topics include using AI for content creation, market research, workflow automation, graphics generation, and personal branding. Learn about AI tools like ChatGPT for intelligent idea generation, translating feedback, creating flowcharts, and automating workflows. Explore how AI can optimize social media presence and personal branding. Unlock the power of AI to work smarter and enhance your skills!
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Sep 4, 2023 โ€ข 31min

E56 - AI Explained - Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Generative AI and more

This podcast episode from Everything Product dives into the key terminologies and concepts around artificial intelligence (AI) that product managers should understand. The hosts Sid Saladi, Phani and Srinath provide a great summary explaining AI, machine learning, generative AI, natural language processing, and more ๐Ÿค“๐Ÿ’ก They compare how the human brain works to AI neural networks and algorithms. Examples are given to explain supervised vs. unsupervised learning, like how Facebook tagging works. The benefits of natural language processing are covered, where humans can communicate in plain language rather than code. Some predictions are made around innovations we'll see from AI in 3-5 years. AI is expected to empower individuals by accelerating software development and making complex tasks easier. But potential downsides are also discussed like plagiarism and distinguishing human vs. AI created content. Overall this is an insightful episode for any product manager looking to better understand artificial intelligence and how it may impact their products! ๐Ÿ‘ Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro ๐ŸŽฌ 0:43 - What is AI and how does it compare to the human brain? ๐Ÿง  2:11 - Supervised vs unsupervised learning ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ 4:15 - What is generative AI and how does it work? โš™๏ธ๐Ÿค– 6:44 - Machine learning explained ๐Ÿ’ก๐ŸŽ“ 8:49 - How AI models understand and generate language ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ๐Ÿ’ฌ 13:09 - What is the benefit of natural language processing? โ“๐Ÿ‘ 16:25 - How does AI generate new images? ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ๐ŸŽจ 18:58 - How is data linked together for AI to understand? ๐Ÿ—„๏ธ๐Ÿ“Š 22:20 - Where will we see innovation from AI in 3-5 years? ๐Ÿ”œ๐Ÿš€ 26:26 - How will AI empower individuals and change search? ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ” 28:52 - Potential downsides of generative AI ๐Ÿ˜ณ๐Ÿ˜ฌ ๐Ÿ”‘Highlights: Comparing human intelligence to AI capabilities ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿค– Supervised vs unsupervised learning examples ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ Generative AI creating new data from existing info โš™๏ธ๐Ÿง  Natural language processing for easier human-computer interaction ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ๐Ÿ’ฌ AI empowering individuals and accelerating innovation ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿš€ 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 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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