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Discover how AI agents can transform product management by automating tedious tasks. Learn the six key behaviors that differentiate agents from standard tools. Explore strategies to identify low-risk tasks for automation and a five-question checklist to ensure safety and effectiveness. Gain insights on managing costs, preventing AI hallucinations, and securing data. Plus, hear techniques for evolving your AI agent from novice to trusted partner, and what's next for AI in product management!

I dive into the latest compensation data for product managers across the US, UK, Europe, and Canada, unpacking trends, surprising gaps, and strategies for maximizing your earnings as a PM.In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why senior ICs often out-earn managers, and how to pick the right path• How moving to a Tier 1 city can supercharge your salary• Cash versus equity: how to think about your comp tradeoffs• The career levels where PM salaries really take off• Why CPOs are cashing in like never before• How far behind UK and European PM salaries actually are• How to game your comp strategy based on your goalsReferenced:• Pave: https://www.pave.com/• Levels.fyi: https://www.levels.fyi/Read the newsletter:https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/how-much-product-managers-make-inSubscribe to Lenny’s Newsletter:https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/subscribeSubscribe:• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lennysreads• Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lennys-reads/id1810314693• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IIunA06qMtrcQLfypTooj?nd=1&dlsi=ab893d56bd4a4050• Substack: https://lennysreads.com/Follow Lenny:• Twitter: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/• Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@lennyspodcastAbout:Welcome to Lenny’s Reads, where every week you’ll find a fresh audio version of my newsletter about building product, driving growth, and accelerating your career, read to you by the soothing voice of Lennybot. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com/subscribe

Explore the future of tech tools shaped by insights from over 6,500 professionals. Discover why AI assistants like ChatGPT are becoming essential. Find out how Linear is challenging Jira and why Notion is emerging as a strong contender across various categories. Learn about the dominance of Figma in design workflows and Canva's rise. Uncover the evolving roles of Slack and Notion in CRM and support, plus why developers prefer AI-native coding tools. Dive into three meta-trends reshaping tech stacks: bundling, craft, and mix-and-match flexibility.

Discover how Y Combinator shifted focus from consumer startups to the lucrative B2B software sector. Explore the new bets being placed and what they reveal about the future of startups. Learn why solo founders face tougher entry into YC, and why US startups continue to dominate its most successful ventures. Uncover the reasons behind the impressive longevity of YC-backed companies, and the growing emphasis on AI technologies shaping the incubator's strategic direction.

Discover why most product strategies flop and how to bridge vision with execution. Learn about the five Strategy Blocks that transform vague ideas into actionable plans. Hear how companies like Meta and Headspace used this framework for success. Gain insights on aligning stakeholders quickly and maintaining a balance between structure and creativity in strategic development. The importance of team dynamics and morale in navigating the landscape of product strategy is also explored.

If you’re a premium subscriberAdd the private feed to your podcast app at add.lennysreads.comMany of you have told me that you’d prefer to listen to this newsletter instead of read it. I’m excited to share that now you can.Introducing Lenny’s Reads: an audio podcast edition of Lenny’s Newsletter. Every newsletter post will now be transformed into an audio podcast, read to you by the soothing voice of Lennybot. Our goal is to ship an audio version of each post 48 hours after it goes live. If you’re a paid subscriber, you’ll get the full post. If you’re a free subscriber, you’ll get the free preview.We’re excited to hear what you think!Subscribe: YouTube | Apple | SpotifyFollow Lenny: Twitter/X | LinkedIn | Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com/subscribe