Do AR/VR Products ACTUALLY Have A Bright Future? In this podcast, I sit down with VR entrepreneur Cristian Waitman to explore the future of AR and VR. We discuss the market landscape, major players like Meta and Apple Vision Pro, and the differences between AR glasses and VR headsets. Learn about the challenges, ethical concerns, and groundbreaking applications of AR/VR beyond gaming, including health, education, and mindfulness. 5:00: AR/VR Market Overview8:00: AR vs. VR Segments12:00: Challenges and Ethical Considerations16:00: Applications Beyond Gaming20:00: Barriers to Adoption24:00: Health and Industry Progress28:00: Real-Life VR Applications in Health32:00: Future Integration with AI36:00: Entrepreneurship in VR/Tech38:00: Growth Mindset and Final Reflections ▶️13 Side Projects to Create a Product Portfoliohttps://www.pmaccelerator.io/pm-project-list ▶️Subscribe to weekly newsletters to get referral job openings and career advice.https://www.pmaccelerator.io/subscribe ========= Rate, Review, and Follow "I love Dr. Nancy Li and the Product Insider Podcast"! If this sounds like you, please give us a five-star review. This helps me impact many product managers -- just like you -- we together create products to impact millions of people's lives! Click the home page of Product Insider and scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write A Review". Make sure to tell us what you like the most about the podcast or episode. Remember to subscribe to the podcast, so that you won't miss our weekly product insider secrets!

Want to unlock unstoppable product growth with insights from a 12x success story? In this video, I sit down with Aakash Gupta to reveal the secrets behind crafting a successful product growth strategy. We discuss dynamic pricing systems, data-driven decision-making, and a seven-layer growth model for prioritizing opportunities effectively. Gain valuable insights into personal development, continuous learning, and using feedback to refine your skills and achieve unstoppable product growth. 1:01: Aakash Gupta’s career journey and key questions in product management. 3:01: ThreadUp’s 12x growth driven by pricing, referrals, and conversions. 10:01: Dynamic pricing systems and data-driven strategies. 20:01: Seven-layer growth model for opportunity prioritization. 30:01: Collaboration between core and growth product teams. 35:01: Using AI tools to boost productivity in product management. 40:01: Feedback, personal development, and continuous learning. ▶️13 Side Projects to Create a Product Portfoliohttps://www.pmaccelerator.io/pm-project-list ▶️Subscribe to weekly newsletters to get referral job openings and career advice.https://www.pmaccelerator.io/subscribe ========= Rate, Review, and Follow "I love Dr. Nancy Li and the Product Insider Podcast"! If this sounds like you, please give us a five-star review. This helps me impact many product managers -- just like you -- we together create products to impact millions of people's lives! Click the home page of Product Insider and scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write A Review". Make sure to tell us what you like the most about the podcast or episode. Remember to subscribe to the podcast, so that you won't miss our weekly product insider secrets!

Ever wondered what it takes to land a Product Manager role at top tech companies like Google? In this video, I sit down with Alex Tang, a Product Manager at Google, who shares his career journey and strategies for breaking into competitive tech companies. Learn what it takes to stand out in top tech interviews, including the importance of domain expertise, transferable skills, and a growth mindset. 0:06 - Introduction to Google’s competitive hiring process. 0:28 - Overview of Alex's career journey and experience. 5:50 - Details on Google’s multi-stage interview process and hiring committee. 6:42 - Importance of relevant experience for roles at top tech companies. 12:12 - How product management differs at Apple. 16:01 - Alex’s role at Google as a Product Manager for the Pixel Watch. 18:01 - Tips for breaking into major tech companies. 23:30 - Growth mindset and Mindset by Carol Dweck. ▶️13 Side Projects to Create a Product Portfolio https://www.pmaccelerator.io/pm-project-list ▶️Subscribe to weekly newsletters to get referral job openings and career advice.https://www.pmaccelerator.io/subscribe ========= Rate, Review, and Follow "I love Dr. Nancy Li and the Product Insider Podcast"! If this sounds like you, please give us a five-star review. This helps me impact many product managers -- just like you -- we together create products to impact millions of people's lives! Click the home page of Product Insider and scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write A Review". Make sure to tell us what you like the most about the podcast or episode. Remember to subscribe to the podcast, so that you won't miss our weekly product insider secrets!

Curious how generative AI tools are reshaping product management and boosting innovation? In this episode, I discuss how AI is revolutionizing product management with AI expert Anna Anisin, a successful entrepreneur with two Silicon Valley exits. We explore how AI tools are making product managers more efficient and innovative, and the key differences between traditional product management and AI-driven product management. 0:00 - Introduction to AI in product management and guest Anna Anisin. 2:00 - Anna’s background and early entrepreneurial success. 5:00 - Difference between traditional and AI Product Managers. 9:00 - AI tools for PMs and their applications. 13:00 - Practical use cases of AI in industries like healthcare. 18:00 - Challenges with AI adoption, risks like hallucination, and how to mitigate them. 22:00 - How AI is improving productivity and reducing routine tasks in product management. 26:00 - Upskilling in AI: tools and courses for learning AI. 32:00 - Growth mindset and how to stay grounded as a product manager in the AI space. 36:00 - Final thoughts on integrating AI into product management and continuous learning. ▶️ Access The Top 8 Recommended AI Courses herehttps://www.pmaccelerator.io/aicourses  ▶️ Gain Real AI Experience By Building Real AI ProductsAI Product Management Certification (pmaccelerator.io) ========= Rate, Review, and Follow "I love Dr. Nancy Li and the Product Insider Podcast"! If this sounds like you, please give us a five-star review. This helps me impact many product managers -- just like you -- we together create products to impact millions of people's lives! Click the home page of Product Insider and scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write A Review". Make sure to tell us what you like the most about the podcast or episode. Remember to subscribe to the podcast, so that you won't miss our weekly product insider secrets!  

Want to uncover the secrets to breaking into generative AI without leaving your current job? In this episode, we have Apoorva Joshi, a Senior AI Developer Advocate at MongoDB. As someone who regularly works with various customer-facing teams that are having to learn how to talk about AI, Apoorva will share helpful tips on how to break into AI on the job. We will also talk about what employers can do to set their employees up for success, and resources to help you get started. [1:30] Introduction of Approva Joshi [3:00] Approva's Experience [5:00] Daily Responsibilities [8:30] How to Break into AI [12:00] Managing Overwhelm with AI Tools [15:00] Building AI Applications [18:00] AI Centers of Excellence [21:00] Engaging with Customers [24:00] Learning Resources for AI [28:00] Can AI Replace Developers? [32:00] AI-Generated Code ▶️ Access The Top 8 Recommended AI Courses herehttps://www.pmaccelerator.io/aicourses  ▶️ Gain Real AI Experience By Building Real AI ProductsAI Product Management Certification (pmaccelerator.io) ========= Rate, Review, and Follow "I love Dr. Nancy Li and the Product Insider Podcast"! If this sounds like you, please give us a five-star review. This helps me impact many product managers -- just like you -- we together create products to impact millions of people's lives! Click the home page of Product Insider and scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write A Review". Make sure to tell us what you like the most about the podcast or episode. Remember to subscribe to the podcast, so that you won't miss our weekly product insider secrets!  

Sean Solme Kim, the President and Chief Product Officer at Kajabi, shares his dynamic career journey from Amazon to TikTok. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship and how early experiences shaped his path in tech. Sean dives into the challenges of career transitions and effective product prioritization strategies. He also discusses building user-centric educational content and the unique branding strengths of Kajabi, showcasing how he navigates the creator economy. A wealth of insights for aspiring product leaders!

Are you ready to ace your next product design interview? In this episode of the Product Insider podcast, Dr. Nancy Li conducts a mock interview with Iris, a Microsoft Product Manager intern, to showcase effective strategies for answering product design interview questions. Learn how to tackle complex case interviews, focusing on customer segmentation, addressing pain points, and prioritizing impactful solutions. This episode is a must-listen for aspiring product managers aiming to stand out in competitive interviews. Tune in to discover: [0:00] - Pre-episode overview [1:41] - Introduction to case interviews in various industries [2:32] - Iris's task: designing a mentorship feature for LinkedIn [5:08] - Clarification questions about the mentorship feature [8:43] - Customer segmentation: mentors and mentees [10:35] - Focusing on junior level mentees [12:19] - Identifying pain points and proposing solutions [17:04] - Prioritization of solutions based on market impact [23:03] - Potential risks and considerations [26:48] - Feedback and improvements from Dr. Nancy Li 🌟Download the top 50 product manager interview questions database at FAANG companies to land a job offer in 60 days: https://www.drnancyli.com/50FAANG ========= Rate, Review, and Follow "I love Dr. Nancy Li and the Product Insider Podcast"! If this sounds like you, please give us a five-star review. This helps me impact many product managers -- just like you -- we together create products to impact millions of people's lives! Click the home page of Product Insider and scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write A Review". Make sure to tell us what you like the most about the podcast or episode. Remember to subscribe to the podcast, so that you won't miss our weekly product insider secrets!

Ready to transform your approach to AI product management? In this episode of the Product Insider podcast, Dr. Nancy Li sits down with Hardika Narula, Senior Product Manager at Amazon, to share a detailed guide on integrating AI features into Instagram using a strategic framework. Discover the challenges of becoming an AI product manager, the essentials of the GUCCI framework, and practical examples of AI implementations that can elevate Instagram's user experience. This episode is packed with actionable insights for anyone looking to leverage AI to its full potential in product management. Tune in to discover: [0:00] - Pre-episode overview [1:41] - Welcome and introduction [2:32] - Hardika's insights on AI product management [5:08] - Challenges of becoming an AI product manager [8:43] - The GUCCI framework explained [10:35] - Integrating AI features into Instagram [12:19] - Choosing the right AI models [17:04] - Implementing AI for enhanced search and safety measures [23:03] - Long-term AI strategy [26:48] - Advice for startups and product managers [28:33] - Continuous learning and adaptation in AI 🌟Access The Top 8 Recommended AI Courses here:https://www.drnancyli.com/aicourses 🌟Download the top 50 product manager interview questions database at FAANG companies to land a job offer in 60 days:https://www.drnancyli.com/50FAANG ========= Rate, Review, and Follow "I love Dr. Nancy Li and the Product Insider Podcast"! If this sounds like you, please give us a five-star review. This helps me impact many product managers -- just like you -- we together create products to impact millions of people's lives! Click the home page of Product Insider and scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write A Review". Make sure to tell us what you like the most about the podcast or episode. Remember to subscribe to the podcast, so that you won't miss our weekly product insider secrets!

Ready to elevate your presentation skills and capture the attention of senior executives? In this illuminating episode of the Product Insider podcast, Dr. Nancy Li sits down with Jonathan Bellack, a seasoned product management leader and Principal at Bellack Consulting, to explore effective strategies for presenting to high-ranking decision-makers. Drawing from decades of experience at industry giants like Google, DoubleClick, and Jigsaw, Jonathan shares practical advice on crafting compelling narratives, managing skeptics, and ensuring your ideas are heard and valued. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to master the art of executive communication. Tune in to discover: [0:00] - Pre-episode overview [1:16] - Welcome and introduction [3:10] - Jonathan's product insider knowledge [11:08] - Crafting exact presentations [14:43] - Proposing new ideas to executives [16:35] - Effective communication strategies [18:19] - Examples of impactful communication [23:04] - Importance of messaging and delivery [29:03] - Having backup information [32:48] - Tackling executive summaries [34:33] - Classic mistakes when presenting [37:25] - Balancing presentations with Amazon-style writing vs. slides [38:53] - Sending materials in advance [40:14] - Differences in presentation styles across companies Executive Presentation Free Training From Jonathan Bellack. www.bellack.com/effective-executive-presentations 🌟Subscribe to weekly newsletters to get referral job openings and career advice: https://www.drnancyli.com/weekly  🌟Download the top 50 product manager interview questions database at FAANG companies to land a job offer in 60 days: https://www.drnancyli.com/50FAANG ========= Rate, Review, and Follow "I love Dr. Nancy Li and the Product Insider Podcast"! If this sounds like you, please give us a five-star review. This helps me impact many product managers -- just like you -- we together create products to impact millions of people's lives! Click the home page of Product Insider and scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write A Review". Make sure to tell us what you like the most about the podcast or episode. Remember to subscribe to the podcast, so that you won't miss our weekly product insider secrets!

Ready to learn how to navigate the entire product lifecycle effectively? In this episode of the Product Insider podcast, Dr. Nancy Li sits down with Ari Paparo, a serial entrepreneur, veteran product manager, and ex-Sr. Director at Google, to delve into the continuous role of a product manager beyond product launches. Discover the intricacies of launching products in large companies, the common challenges faced by PMs, and the strategies needed for successful product launches. Ari's insights are essential for anyone looking to master the art of product management, from setting clear goals and metrics to maintaining product relevance through continuous improvement. Tune in to discover: [0:46] - Introduction and Ari's journey from Google to launching startups. [3:10] - The product launch process in large companies and the role of cross-functional teams. [7:45] - Common challenges in product launches and the importance of setting clear goals. [12:30] - Effective strategies for successful product launches. [16:50] - Examples of product launch approaches from various industries. [22:15] - Importance of KPIs and measuring product success. [27:40] - Continuous improvement and the role of feedback loops. [32:20] - Impact of customer engagement and incremental updates. Reach out to Ari Paparo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aripaparo 🌟Subscribe to weekly newsletters to get referral job openings and career advice: https://www.drnancyli.com/weekly  🌟Download the top 50 product manager interview questions database at FAANG companies to land a job offer in 60 days: https://www.drnancyli.com/50FAANG ========= Rate, Review, and Follow "I love Dr. Nancy Li and the Product Insider Podcast"! If this sounds like you, please give us a five-star review. This helps me impact many product managers -- just like you -- we together create products to impact millions of people's lives! Click the home page of Product Insider and scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write A Review". Make sure to tell us what you like the most about the podcast or episode. Remember to subscribe to the podcast, so that you won't miss our weekly product insider secrets!