From Microsoft to Adobe: Redefining Brand Leadership with Karl Isaac
Fireside Product Management
In this episode of the Fireside PM podcast, I sit down with Karl Isaac, a branding expert and former Microsoft manager, to explore the intersection of product and brand. Karl shares insights from his transformative career at tech giants like Microsoft, Apple, and Adobe, where he spearheaded groundbreaking campaigns, redefined brand strategies, and led cultural shifts. They discuss the evolution of branding in tech, lessons from campaigns like “I’m a PC,” and how integrating brand with product management creates exceptional customer experiences. A must-listen for product managers and...
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Do You Work for the Boss from Hell, Heaven, or Somewhere In Between?
Fireside Product Management
In a recent Fireside PM podcast episode, I shared insights inspired by a coaching conversation with a senior PM at a FAANG company. * She was navigating a significant challenge: adapting to a new manager with a starkly different style than her previous one. This conversation resonated with me deeply because it highlighted a universal truth in the workplace: a manager’s style can significantly impact your day-to-day experience—sometimes even more than the company you work for.
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What kind of PM are you?
Fireside Product Management
The 8 different types of PM leads, their pros and cons, and best fit companies to work at.
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Navigating the New Frontiers of Product Management: Insights from Brian Goffman
Fireside Product Management
In my recent Fireside PM podcast, I had the privilege of sitting down with Brian Goffman, a repeat guest and one of the most insightful voices in the product management (PM) space. Brian's career spans decades of innovation, from his time at LinkedIn, SmartThings, and Adobe, to his current role leading McKinsey's Software Excellence Practice. His unique vantage point—working across Web 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, and now AI—makes him a treasure trove of lessons for anyone navigating the tech landscape. In this conversation, we dove into career-defining moments, the evolving challenges of leadership,...
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5 Hard Lessons I’ve Learned in Product Management and Leadership
Fireside Product Management
Welcome back to another episode of Fireside PM! Today, I want to share some hard-earned lessons that have shaped my career as a Product Manager (PM) and PM leader. These lessons, grounded in experience, have been instrumental to my journey and are relevant whether you’re early in your PM career or already leading teams. Let’s dive into these five lessons that, while challenging, are essential for sustained growth and success in product management.
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Mastering Founder-Led Marketing: Actionable Advice for Scaling Your Startup with Rory Braatvedt
Fireside Product Management
Unlock the secrets of demand generation from Rory Braatvedt, who shares essential frameworks for entrepreneurial product managers and startup founders ready to move beyond their personal networks.
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The 5 Lies Every 0 to 1 Product Manager Will Tell Themselves—and How to Avoid Them
Fireside Product Management
Lessons from the Frontlines of Silicon Valley: How to Recognize Common Pitfalls and Stay Focused on What Really Matters
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Does your product have Language Market Fit? How does it impact customer progress?
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John Gusiff on brand experience.
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Can PM Hustlers Incubate sans Hackers using AI?
Fireside Product Management
Adam Sheppard from The Shep Report on AI solopreneur tools like bubble.io
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Organic Content Demand Generation in the Age of AI
Fireside Product Management
Raquel Hirsch is a seasoned marketing executive and demand-generation expert who helps B2B and B2C clients achieve measurable revenue growth through data-driven strategies and solutions. She is the Founder and Lead Consultant at GoDemandGeneration Inc., a boutique consultancy that offers outsourced VP-level expertise and growth-acceleration services to clients who need to get there fast. With over 25 years of experience in turnarounds and fast ramp-ups, Raquel has a proven track record of building successful cross-functional teams, bridging the divide between marketing and sales, and...
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