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Building customer-centric products with behavioural science – Liz Immer (Head of Product)

Building customer-centric products with behavioural science – Liz Immer (Head of Product)

Liz Immer, Head of Product at Frontiers, brings a wealth of knowledge from the realm of behavioural science to the Product Experience podcast. Join us as Liz unravels the intricate connection between human behaviour, product design, and team environments, offering a rare peek into the craft of creating products that don't just solve problems but align with the nuanced ways people think and act.

How to build great hardware and software products Dominik Busching (Head of Product, tado)

How to build great hardware and software products Dominik Busching (Head of Product, tado)

Discussing the creation of outstanding digital products is a frequently addressed subject within the community. So on this week's podcast, we had the privilege of hosting Dominik Busching, Head of Product Management at Tado. In this episode, Dominik offers valuable insights into how product managers can effectively build and innovate with both hardware and software products.

How to improve your product craft: Insights from product leaders (Omar Sallam, Liz Clow, Leah Tharin)

How to improve your product craft: Insights from product leaders (Omar Sallam, Liz Clow, Leah Tharin)

This episode on The Product Experience unlocks the secrets to elevating your product management skills with insights from our distinguished guests Andrew Skotzko, Alex Watson, Liz Clow, and Daniel Stillman. Tune in to hear what some great product experts had to say!

A guide to hiring exceptional product managers: Insights from product experts

A guide to hiring exceptional product managers: Insights from product experts

In this exclusive episode of The Product Experience podcast, we bring together a diverse panel of product experts from around the world to share their invaluable insights on the essential aspects of recruiting great product managers. Additionally, we delve into actionable tips for candidates seeking to distinguish themselves in the competitive landscape of the product job market. Join us for a compelling discussion featuring Mel McVeigh (VP Digital Product, Condé Nast), Namrata Sarmah (Chief Product Officer), Itamar Gilad (Product Coach), and other industry luminaries.

People-first product leadership at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, an interview with Diana Stepner

People-first product leadership at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, an interview with Diana Stepner

Join us for our conversation with Diana Stepner, Head of Product at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. Diana shares a refreshing reminder that putting people at the heart of product management isn't just nice to have; it's essential. As Diana unfolds her journey from user experience research to leading product innovation, she champions a transformative approach that empowers individuals, fosters collaboration, and resonates deeply on a human level. 

Rerun: The secret guide to product growth – Daphne Tideman (Growth Mentor)

Rerun: The secret guide to product growth – Daphne Tideman (Growth Mentor)

What is the secret to exponential product growth? Daphne Tideman, Growth and Startup coach, joins us on the podcast this week. She discusses Product/market fit, the importance of business/channel models, and where companies go wrong when looking to grow their products.

What do product managers actually do? — Tami Reiss (Product leader coach, Women in Product)

What do product managers actually do? — Tami Reiss (Product leader coach, Women in Product)

In this week's podcast episode, Tami Reiss, Product leader coach,  dissects the fundamental questions that guide successful product managers: envisioning the destination, understanding the current position, and strategically planning the next move.  Our conversation with Tami delves into her career journey, offering valuable insights on how product management principles influence not only team dynamics but also resonate within broader business contexts and individual career development.

Rebroadcast: Leading and surviving company transformations — Esther Weinberg (Founder, CEO)

Rebroadcast: Leading and surviving company transformations — Esther Weinberg (Founder, CEO)

Tune into our conversation with Esther Weinberg to hear about how product people can deal with company transformation during times of turbulence.

Strategic alignment in product  – Martin Eriksson (Product Partner, EQT, Mind the Product)

Strategic alignment in product – Martin Eriksson (Product Partner, EQT, Mind the Product)

Navigating the AI job market – Hoang Nguyen (Director of Product)

Navigating the AI job market – Hoang Nguyen (Director of Product)

Navigating the job market, finding your specialization, and making career decisions that suit your needs can be a complex process. That's why we sat down with Hoang Nguyen , Director of Product at Westwing, to dig into these intricate topics and offer some insight. In the realm of AI, not only do we discuss its fascinating aspects, but we also delve into how to discover innate talents and develop a passion for product management within it. 

Rerun: Managing stakeholders and driving alignment – Susana Lopes (Director of Product, Abatable, Onfido)

Rerun: Managing stakeholders and driving alignment – Susana Lopes (Director of Product, Abatable, Onfido)

This week, we go back into the archives when Susana Lopes, Director of Product at Abatable, joined us on the podcast. In this episode, we discuss how she used the State of the Product presentation to manage stakeholders and drive alignment. Tune in for an episode filled with practical insights and invaluable resources.

Demystifying freemium pricing – Dan Balcauski (Chief Pricing Officer)

Demystifying freemium pricing – Dan Balcauski (Chief Pricing Officer)

In this week's podcast,  Dan Balcauski shares his thoughts on the challenge of measuring uncertainty in pricing strategy and how tools like Fermi decomposition can be game-changers. Additionally, if you've ever wondered how to manage existing customers when you decide to tweak pricing and packaging, we've got you covered. Tune in for some pragmatic advice on pricing strategy, indicative pricing, and the reasoning behind 'contact us for a quote' approach.