One Knight in Product

John Cutler, product educator and author, discusses the unrealistic standards set by the 'Instagram-ification' of product management, causing stress and questioning authenticity. He explores strategies for seeking diverse voices, managing overwhelming content consumption, and navigating challenges in professional development, emphasizing the importance of self-assessment and fulfillment in one's career.

Debbie Levitt discusses the implications of non-specialists doing specialized tasks, the threat of AI replacing human jobs, the importance of human oversight in AI-generated work, and the evolving job landscape with AI. The podcast also delves into direct contact for CX and UX help and amusing disagreements on AI research methods.

Renowned author Melissa Perri and seasoned product leader Denise Tilles discuss Product Operations, focusing on better decision-making for product managers. They highlight the barriers faced by product managers and the three pillars of product operations. The podcast explores the significance of teamwork, communication, and collaboration in addressing challenges within scaled organizations.

Seasoned product coach Hope Gurion discusses the importance of knowing your customers, seeking evidence, and the balance between confidence and data-driven decisions. She emphasizes the challenges faced by product leaders without a background in product, the significance of defining target customers, and the value of collaboration in product development. Gurion also explores applying poker principles to decision-making and navigating transformation hurdles in leadership.

Marty Cagan discusses the Product Operating Model in his new book 'Transformed' to help companies improve. The episode also covers challenges in product management, leadership buy-in, organizational transformation, and the evolution of product operations. Learn how to navigate transformation challenges and advance in product roles.

Product manager and author Miloš Belčević discusses applying product management principles to life in his book 'Build Your Way'. They talk about prioritization frameworks, context switching, defining value, and the importance of prioritizing what's most important in our limited time.

Debbie Levitt, UX and CX consultant, discusses the importance of putting users at the center of the conversation. She highlights the value of quality user research and challenges the prioritization of speed over quality. The podcast also explores the differences between user experience and customer experience, the insights from Debbie's book 'Customers Know You Suck,' and the polarization between product managers and other roles in product development.

Lloyed Lobo, author of "From Grassroots to Greatness" and co-founder of Boast, shares his insights on community-driven growth. He emphasizes that community should be ingrained in a company’s DNA, not just a marketing tactic. With personal anecdotes from his childhood in Mumbai, Lloyed explores how showing up for your community fosters loyalty. He discusses the delicate balance of providing value without immediate expectations while also encouraging necessary sales conversations. His ideas challenge traditional business strategies with powerful, innovative approaches to growth.

Shyvee Shi, LinkedIn Product Lead, discusses the importance of generative AI for product managers, the fear of AI obsolescence, and the responsibility to focus on real user problems. The podcast also explores the role of a product leader at LinkedIn and provides information about Shi's book.

Becky Flint, CEO of Dragonboat and former Paypal employee, discusses the importance of product portfolio management and product operations. Topics include: the need for portfolio management even in one-product companies, the importance of explaining strategic decisions to stakeholders, the role of product operations in ensuring product teams deliver, and the importance of portfolio management for product operations professionals.