The Way of Product with Caden Damiano

I enjoyed speaking with Allison Nulty from Contra a couple of weeks ago. This a fantastic case study on what happens when you build that muscle of customer obsession. Having active contact with your customers, getting them onboarded to your Slack instance, and the time it takes to understand what they are looking for deeply are uncommon traits in product leaders. Allison demonstrates this proactiv...

In this episode, I welcome Harry Max, an executive player-coach with experience in product design leadership and COO roles.  You read that right; Harry has a wide range and can bridge the gap between experienced design leadership and operational excellence. Harry has led at DreamWorks, Hewlett-Packard, Rackspace, and Apple.  We dive into the complexities of balancing operations and design, the cha...

On #wayofproduct this week, join us as we dive into a thought-provoking conversation with Bryan Zmijewski, a veteran in the design world, design lecturer at Stanford, and a pioneer in integrating design thinking and engineering concepts. With his extensive experience in design and technology, Bryan shares his unique perspectives on how design fits into today's business ecosystems. In this epis...

Product Discovery Isn't User Research w/ Teresa Torres Teresa Torres shares her invaluable insights into the intricacies of product discovery and the vital role of user research in product development. Highlights include: ⭐ The distinction between user research and product discovery ⭐ The importance of building fast feedback loops with customers ⭐ The impact of implementing continuous disco...

I recently had an awesome discussion with Jeremy Miller, host of “Beyond UX Design,” about strategies for navigating meetings and gaining influence as a designer. We touched on: * Why corporate meetings are mostly a waste of time, and how to fix your approach to meetings. * Prioritizing which meetings to attend and gaining buy-in for design projects. * I walk through my approach to working with cr...

Connect with Norma Løvhaugen on Linkedin. In this episode, Norma, a veteran in the video conferencing industry with 19 years of experience, shares her journey from starting in Hamburg and Cisco to becoming the Head of Product at Neat . This company blurs the line between the office and remote workers. I am in awe of what goes into seamless videoconferencing experiences. She discusses the magic of...

People don’t collect art; they collect the story. People will spend $200,000 on a Pokemon card, and the team at Rally understands that. On #wayofproduct this week, Rob Petrozzo, co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Rally, shares his journey of creating a groundbreaking platform like a collectibles stock market. Rally has become a hub for trading everything from dinosaur fossils and classic cars...

Understanding this secret will set you up for success as a product designer in this AI age. AI is “autocomplete” on steroids in its current form. On #wayofproduct this week, we're thrilled to have Michael Tinglin back on the show! Michael is a design leader who has worked at places like 7-Eleven, and Fannie Mae, and recently was Head of Design at Confluence. He taught me about the non-linear c...

On #wayofproduct this week, we're joined by Mitch Clements, a seasoned product design manager whose career journey has taken him from a budding startup in a basement to a pivotal role in a billion-dollar unicorn. Mitch shares his transformative experiences and insights on leading design innovations and influencing company culture in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Here's what we're...

On #wayofproduct this week, Ajay Yadav, an entrepreneurial maverick and the brains behind Simplified, a comprehensive AI-powered design and video platform, dives into the future of AI in creative industries and its democratizing power for small businesses and independent content creators. He discusses the transformation from traditional, labor-intensive content creation to AI-assisted processes th...

On #wayofproduct this week, Curt Schreiber, Chief Creative Officer of VSA, takes us on a deep dive into the world of multi-stakeholder design, sharing his vast experience and insights on creating purpose-driven organizations that deliver value to every stakeholder involved. Here's what we're unpacking: ⭐ Curt's perspective on Apple as a benchmark for multi-stakeholder design and how t...

On #wayofproduct this week, we're thrilled to feature Michael DiTullo, a visionary designer whose journey has taken him from iconic brands like Nike and Jordan to the forefront of industrial design across diverse industries. Michael brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective on creating products that resonate deeply with consumers. Here's what we're getting into: ⭐ Michael...

10% of Link to Objected Oriented UX Masterclass: https://www.ooux.com/hi/thewayofproduct 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸, 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 On hashtag#wayofproduct this week, Sophia V Prater , a trailblazing UX educator, consultant, and the founder of the object-oriented UX methodology, joins us to dive deep into her innovative approach to user exper...

On #wayofproduct this week, Sharif Matar , the Director of Product and Design at Product Inc., joins us to discuss the evolution of global product design and the nuances of remote work. He emphasizes the power of diverse ideas and teams and how technology unlocks human potential. Here's what we're talking about: ⭐ The significance of trust and shared values in fostering healthy, productiv...

On #wayofproduct this week, Dr. Ari Zelmanow , the Sherlock Holmes of consumer market behavior, joins us to share his journey from police detective to Research Leader at Twilio and how his unique perspective transforms how businesses approach research and decision-making. Here's a sneak peek of our conversation: ⭐ How agile methodologies in software development impacted the speed and approach...

On #wayofproduct this week, we're sitting down with Justin Dauer, the mind behind Anomaly by Design and "In Fulfillment: The Designer's Journey." He's here to share his thoughts on making work meaningful and creatively fulfilling. Here's what we're unpacking: ⭐ Why sometimes stopping is the best way to move forward ⭐ The Swedish 'Feca' and the art of slowing...

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On #wayofproduct this week, Glendy Kam shares her journey as Chief Product Officer at Tassat , delving into the fast-paced world of fintech startups and speaking to the role of product management in innovation and market adaptation. Highlights include: ⭐ How to pivot strategy in the rapidly changing fintech market ⭐ Balancing creativity and regulatory compliance in financial services ⭐ The impo...

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Who drives the product team? It shouldn't always be the Product Manager. On #wayofproduct this week, Derlen Chiu shares his perspective on resolving the creative tension between cross-functional team members. It's no secret that PM and PD have an industry-wide tension. We break that down in this episode. Highlights include: ⭐ Why focusing too much on the job title blocks good work, especi...

In this podcast, Danny Morrow, co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Extend Payments, shares valuable insights about his personal and professional growth. He discusses the magic of taking an idea to a successful startup, emphasizing the critical role of building culture, attracting the right team, and instilling a continuous learning mindset. He recounts how Extend Payments was conceived and...

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