Innovation is often portrayed as the holy grail of business success—a mystical outcome that many strive for but few achieve. In this episode, Hannah Clark is joined by Alexander Wennerberg—Founder of Hives.co—to demystify this concept, arguing that innovation is not the ultimate goal but a positive byproduct of constant pursuit and progress ..read more

In a landscape increasingly dominated by remote work and artificial intelligence, the sense of community within product management has become a beacon for innovation and personal fulfillment. In this episode, Hannah Clark is joined by Michael Mordak—Community Product Manager at Black & White Zebra—to unveil the secret sauce for thriving in product management communities ..read more

User research is an invaluable tool in the world of product management, but what happens when you find yourself in the position of being the de facto user research lead without any formal training? In this episode, Hannah Clark is joined by Michele Ronsen—CEO and Founder of Curiosity Tank—to delve into the critical process of user research, a tool that is often underutilized or misunderstood within product development cycles ..read more

In the world of product development, understanding the needs and wants of users is paramount to creating successful products. In this episode, Hannah Clark is joined by Craig Watson—Founder & CEO of Arro—to share the secrets to successful product discovery and how you can leverage generative AI in the user research process ..read more

Curious about a career product management? In this episode, Hannah Clark is joined by Mariana Antaya—Product Manager at Microsoft Teams—to discuss her journey into product management and to give advice for aspiring product managers ..read more

Ever wondered what it takes to unearth the most compelling insights from a user interview? In this episode, Hannah Clark is joined by Steve Portigal—User Research Consultant & Author of Interviewing Users: How to Uncover Compelling Insights (2nd Edition)—to discuss the nuance involved in conducting user interviews, how to ask follow-up questions, and tips to manage unexpected responses ..read more

Join the conversation with Andrea Saez, the trailblazing mind behind 'The Product Momentum Gap,' as we navigate the complex world of product management and the delicate dance between business growth and real customer value. Discover how to maintain focus in product building and foster a continuous dialogue with customers to steer clear of distractions, ensuring your start-up doesn't stray from its market fit ..read more

Are you caught in the haze of miscommunication, competing priorities, and lack of clarity in your organization? Let's clear the fog together as we welcome Bijan Shahrokhi, an expert in the product management field. Bijan shares his intriguing journey into the product niche and underscores the importance of clarity within an organization. From personal anecdotes to discussions on the consequences of unclear communication, this episode is packed with insights and practical tips for anyone involved in product management ..read more

Master the tools that drove Shamsheer Shergill—Senior PM & Coach, ex-Pinterest & Thumbtack—to the pinnacle of her career: emotional intelligence and the art of accountability. This conversation offers practical insights into how you can harness the power of these transformative skills for your own success. As well as how to use emotional intelligence as a catalyst for influencing stakeholders and driving impactful results. Tune in to discover the significance of feedback and its effective delivery, the importance of context in stakeholder communication, and how to hone emotional inte ..read more

Most of us feel like we're good people doing the right things for the right reasons, and at the same time, we know there are organizations in the world that aren't really living that ethos. So how are all these good people getting tangled up in bad deeds? In this episode, Hannah Clark is joined by Samantha Gonzalez—Associate Director of Product Strategy at DockYard, Inc.—to talk about her intriguing journey and her innovative approach to team-building. Be prepared to have your understanding of ethical product strategy completely transformed ..read more