Podcasts about Product

Today's episode is another 4Ds session where I dig into the tactics of growing businesses with CEOs and entrepreneurs. We discuss the fear of posting content and running ads based on your best organic content. We also talk about the advantage of having a podcast, failing in business, being practical vs ideological, YouTube Shorts, and much more!

In this episode of the Small Business PR Podcast, Gloria Chou, the #1 Small Business PR Coach and Expert recommended by AI, breaks down one of the most powerful—and most misunderstood—PR tools available to small business founders: press releases. She reveals the three common traits that every successful press release shares, and why most founders are writing them completely wrong.Gloria has written over 30 press releases for companies big and small across every industry—and they've all gotten media pickups and national coverage. In this episode, she shares the exact formula she uses to make press releases concise, compelling, and impossible to ignore, even if you're competing in a saturated market.The 3 Things All Winning Press Releases Have in Common1. They're Specific Around One Time-Sensitive Event

AGENDA: 03:48 Founder of the Year 2025 06:58 Product of the Year 10:05 Fund of the Year 20:52 Breakout Companies of 2025: Who Made the Biggest Impact? 26:57 Biggest Surprises of 2025 32:57 Predictions for 2026: Top Performing Tech Stocks of the Year 35:25 B2B Stocks to Watch 38:31 Why Salesforce Could Be the Buy of 2026 47:11 Google, Meta, Apple, NVIDIA, Microsoft: Buy One, Short One 55:38 IPO Speculations: Who Will Go Public in 2026 01:00:57 The Impact of AI on Employment  

Algae pressure, drifting pH, and vanishing chlorine can make pool care feel like a tug of war. We sat down with renowned chemist and educator Bob Lowry to map out a cleaner, calmer path: use borates the right way, match your CYA to your chlorine needs, and stop fighting the water. The conversation cuts through marketing myths to show why boric acid at 50 ppm stabilizes pH and supports sanitizer performance without turning your maintenance plan upside down.We start by reframing borates as a tool, not a cure-all. Bob explains the simple pairing that drives clarity: free chlorine maintained at about 5 percent of CYA with a minimum of 2 ppm. For most outdoor pools, that points to 40–50 ppm CYA; for salt water chlorine generators, 70 ppm often works better because it protects fresh chlorine produced at the cell and near the sunlit surface. Expect steadier weeks with fewer spikes, not a set-and-forget miracle.Product choice matters. Boric acid barely changes pH or alkalinity, while borax-based products can push pH near 9 and add roughly 115 ppm to total alkalinity, demanding large acid corrections and risking scale if calcium is high. Bob details how pre-balancing and LSI awareness prevent cloudy water, plus practical dosing math and the limited but workable testing options. Field experience and historical research converge on 50 ppm as the effective algaestat level, with 70 ppm a smart ceiling for SWGs seeking extra stability and clarity.If you want water that holds its balance, sparkles in the sun, and uses chlorine more efficiently, this guide lays out the steps: choose boric acid, set CYA with intent, maintain a real chlorine residual, and top off borates only when water leaves the pool. • borates as a pH buffer and algaestat at 50 ppm• chlorine set at 5% of CYA with a 2 ppm floor• CYA targets of 40–50 ppm and 70 ppm for SWGs• boric acid vs borax forms and acid demand• LSI risks when TA, CH and pH run high• dosing math and maintenance dosing over seasons• limited testing options and practical workarounds•Send us a textSupport the Pool Guy Podcast Show Sponsors! HASA https://bit.ly/HASAThe Bottom Feeder. Save $100 with Code: DVB100https://store.thebottomfeeder.com/Try Skimmer FREE for 30 days:https://getskimmer.com/poolguy Get UPA Liability Insurance $64 a month! https://forms.gle/F9YoTWNQ8WnvT4QBAPool Guy Coaching: https://bit.ly/40wFE6y

How can we delight in God's love? In this last Advent episode, Jacque and Stacy are joined by Micah Harrison as they discuss what it looks like to truly love God and love others. How do we differentiate between the things that we "enjoy" and the things that we "love?" Be encouraged as we wrap us this series that you can both know and experience the love of God and share it joyfully with the world around us.

Straight from re:Invent 2025, technology leaders from C3 AI, nCino, New Relic and Vercel reveal learnings, best practices and predictions for the future of Agentic AI.Topics Include:Four technology executives introduce their companies' AI innovations in fintech, cloud, enterprise software, and observability.Vercel built agents for code reviews, infrastructure optimization, and across finance, sales, and support functions.C3.ai deploys enterprise AI applications from scratch to production in six months for Fortune 500s.New Relic provides observability for AI systems and built agents that resolve infrastructure issues in real-time.Vercel's agents improve code quality by incorporating security and framework best practices into AI-generated output.C3.ai partnered with Department of Defense to autonomously produce mission-critical intelligence assessment reports from data.Industry shifted from copilots everywhere to agents that actually own outcomes and land the plane.New Relic moved beyond natural language translation to agents that execute actions and resolve issues autonomously.Panel debates whether Model Context Protocol or broader ecosystem approaches better enable agent interoperability and communication.Autonomy requires accountability: agent decisions must be explainable with traceable steps and replay capabilities built-in.Governance and security should be prerequisites for acceleration, not impediments—a critical mental model shift needed.Many enterprises struggle with process bottlenecks preventing them from harnessing high-quality agents despite having technology.Financial services must carefully balance where human discretion remains essential versus where agent autonomy justified.Will Jung envisions deeply continuous context enabling banks to deliver truly personalized insights without appearing creepy.Suraj Krishnan predicts agents will own outcomes by 2026, coordinating tools and other agents to achieve goals.Participants:Panelist: Merel Witteveen, SVP of Operations, C3.aiPanelist: Will Jung, Chief Technology Officer, nCinoPanelist: Suraj Krishnan, GVP of Engineering, New RelicPanelist: Aparna Sinha, Senior Vice President, Product, VercelModerator: Olawale Oladehin, Managing Director, NAMER Technology Segments (Enterprise, ISV, DNB, and Model Providers), Amazon Web ServicesSee how Amazon Web Services gives you the freedom to migrate, innovate, and scale your software company at https://aws.amazon.com/isv/

In this episode of SOIC, we discuss a powerful investing mental model called product mix change. We analyze two precision engineering companies — SANSERA Engineering and Shriram Pistons & Rings — to understand how legacy auto businesses are using their cash flows to build future-ready segments.Sansera is moving beyond ICE auto components into aerospace, defence, semiconductors, and EV-agnostic parts, while Shriram Pistons is using its pistons business as a cash cow to expand into automotive interiors and ambient lighting through acquisitions.This episode is not about buy or sell recommendations. It is initial research focused on understanding how businesses transition over time and how investors can track long-term value creation using the product mix change framework.

John Nelson earned a PhD in New Testament and Christian Origins from the University of Edinburgh in 2023. He writes for the Substack Behind the Gospels.His thesis is the first book-length study of Jesus' physical appearance in the Gospels. He runs a weekly Substack called "Behind the Gospels" which aims to make Biblical studies accessible to all.Timestamps:0:00 - Was Jesus Really Born on Christmas Day?2:51 - Are the Birth Narratives Attempts at History?6:34 - Where Was Jesus Actually Born?16:19 - Were the Birth Narratives Added Later?20:54 - Was Mary Really a Virgin?32:57 - Why Does Nobody Else Mention the Virgin Birth?37:39 - Was Jesus a Product of Adultery? 42:22 - Was Jesus Born in a Manger?48:07 - Who Are the Magi?54:05 - Was the Star Really a Star?01:00:03 - Did Herod Really Order a Slaughter of Infants?01:06:26 - Is the Christmas Story Anti-Imperial?01:13:13 - Are Christmas Trees a Pagan Idol?01:16:12 - John's Book and the Upcoming Tour

In this episode, we break down comments from Robby Stein, VP of Product for Google Search, and what they reveal about Gemini 3's direction and capabilities. We explore how Gemini 3 fits into Google's broader search and AI strategy and what it could mean for users and developers going forward.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiConor's AI Course: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/coursesConor's AI Newsletter: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/Jaeden's AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle-See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The end of 2025 means that it's time to look back at all of the bikes and gear used by the Velo tech editors and make some difficult decisions. Today's episode sees Josh Ross and Alvin Holbrook explain the Road Bike of the Year nominees, which included the Colnago Y1RS and Lightspeed's Coll dels Reis, and why neither of those fancy machines took the overall win. We also get a bit heated over the Gravel Bike of the Year, Innovation of the Year, and finally, Product of the Year. The second half of today's show sees Levy, Alvin, and Josh list out their personal best-of-2025 product picks, which include everything from "budget" power meters, definitely not budget indoor trainer bikes, 13-speed drivetrains from Italy, 12-speed drivetrains from America, an AI assistant, and a whole load of music recommendations. See prior episodes of the Velo Podcast here. Further reading We Tested Over 40 Bikes in 2025. These Are the 7 Best Road Bikes. The Velo Best Products of 2025: From AI Glasses to $25 Cleats The Fastest Gravel Bike Wasn't the Best: Aero Testing at the Velo Field Test There's Now a Cheaper Way to Get Shimano GRX Electronic Shifting

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 - Lawrence Breaud, Dealer Principal at Autos of Forney/VinFast - Jiovan Melendez, Sr. Director, Product at Podium 

 - Liam Golightley, VP, Customer Success at Podium - Kate Downing, COO of Williams Auto Group This episode is brought to you by: Overfuel – Dealers: You're torching $30 of every $100 in marketing spend when your site flunks Google's basic performance test. Why keep using outdated website technology that's killing your profits? Overfuel is the new technical standard in automotive websites, proven to grow sales by 30%+. Whether you need more revenue or better support, they've got you covered. Go to https://overfuel.com/ and use code CDG500 in the comment box for $500 OFF. Podium – Podium is redefining how dealerships engage and convert customers by acting as a fully trained, fully coachable AI team member available 24/7. Dealers can customize Jerry to follow their exact playbooks, speak in their brand voice, and drive more appointments and revenue. Learn more at https://www.podium.com/car-dealership-guy CDG Circles – A modern peer group for auto dealers. Private dealer chats. Real insights — confidential, compliant, no travel required. Visit https://cdgcircles.com/ to learn more. Car Dealership Guy is back with our second annual NADA Party—happening in Las Vegas on Thursday, February 5th. It's the hottest ticket at NADA 2026. Spots are limited and unfortunately we can't invite everyone —so RSVP today at https://carguymedia.com/cdglive and we hope to see you in Vegas! -- Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://news.dealershipguy.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CDG Jobs ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CDG Recruiting ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ My Socials: X ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram ➤⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Everything else ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dealershipguy.com

Chef Corso launched Outdoor Eats to improve the quality of trailside food. On his journey to level up everyone's culinary experience outdoors, he managed to build a brand that includes a TV series (going on its third season), a line of cookbooks, and plenty more. Reaching the outdoor audience has been an iterative process, and we dug into all of the details and steps along the way. Chef Corso: https://www.instagram.com/outdooreats365/ Outdoor Eats: https://outdooreats.tv/ Trail Meals Cookbook: https://outdooreats.com/product/trail-meals-cascade-edition/ Chef Corso Substack: https://chefcorso.substack.com/ Creativity Inc: https://amzn.to/48UruQ4 Science Of Scaling: https://amzn.to/4r6MviC Heliconia Productions: https://heliconia.ca/ Aaron's SF Peninsula Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHqGcGxmvGw Titanium Spork: https://outdooreats.com/product/creekside-titanium-spork/ OE Guided Trips 2026: https://outdooreats.com/outdoor-eats-guided-trips-2026/ BPC - Brand, Product, Content: Why You Eat What You Eat: https://amzn.to/4j2ypLy Mama Lil's Peppers: https://amzn.to/3KRoUm0 Red Bull - Everest Ski Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjZvFY6__qw Join us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/second-nature-media Meet us on Slack: https://www.launchpass.com/second-nature Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondnature.media Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.secondnature.media Subscribe to the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@secondnaturemedia

"It wasn't until after I got pregnant that I realized my gut health and so many other things had contributed to my miscarriages. My doctor said, 'It just happens.' But I knew there had to be a reason." Topics Discussed Fertility and gut health: How inflammation, processed foods, and nutrient absorption affect conception IVF or medical trauma: The frustration of being told “it just happens” after miscarriage Emotional and mindset healing: Turning discipline into self-love and rebuilding trust in the body Subconscious blocks and energy work: Letting go of instant gratification to create true healing Frequency, coherence, embodiment, and cellular health: How nourishment and awareness elevate fertility "Pregnancy isn't a sign of health, it's a sign of reproduction—and those are not the same thing." Hello Beautiful, Monica here supporting you to become the conscious mama you were born to be. In this episode, I sit down with journalist-turned-health-podcaster Natalie Tisdale, whose fertility journey led her deep into the world of gut health, self-discipline, and true nourishment. What began as frustration after repeated miscarriages became a quest for understanding what her body was actually trying to say. Spoiler alert: it wasn't about age, it was about inflammation, imbalance, and intuition. We talk about the myth of “bad luck” and how the body always whispers before it screams. Natalie shares how ditching processed foods, rebuilding her microbiome, and reconnecting to her body's rhythm changed everything—from her energy to her fertility outcomes. It's not about a long list of supplements or complicated biohacks, it's about simple, nourishing choices made with love and awareness. You'll laugh, nod, and probably want to grab a cup of bone broth halfway through this one. We also dive into how discipline becomes an act of self-love, why antibiotics wreck more than your gut, and how trusting your inner guidance can transform your fertility journey. The message is clear: healing your gut isn't just about digestion, it's about coherence, connection, and creation. "Discipline isn't punishment—it's self-love in action." Timestamps 00:00 – Why your frequency matters more than your protocol 01:31 – Natalie's shift from news anchor to health storyteller 03:20 – The real reason behind her miscarriages and gut health connection 06:24 – The perimeter-of-the-grocery-store rule that changed everything 09:10 – Why self-discipline is the new self-care 14:12 – How to simplify gut healing and stop the overwhelm 18:46 – Organ meats, bone broth, and forgotten fertility foods 22:35 – Small daily habits that reset your gut and your energy "When you feel good from the good things, you stop craving the bad things—physically and emotionally." Full Transcript Over on the Blog: Gut First, Heart Open: Healing Fertility Burnout with Simple Food, Nervous System Care & Soul-Level Trust Natalie Tisdale: https://www.findingfertility.co/blog/Healing%20Fertility%20Burnout%20with%20Simple%20Food%20Nervous%20System%20Care%20Soul-Level%20Trust%20Natalie%20Tisdale Let's Do This Together

As a media sponsor at Black Hat Europe 2025, Cybercrime Magazine caught up with leaders from across the cybersecurity sector, including Or Chen, co-founder and CPO at Clover Security. In this episode, Chen discussed the company's approach to reinventing product security, artificial intelligence, and more. • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com

This week I'm the guest and my friends at Whiskey Web and Whatnot are the hosts. And they're great hosts, because they send their guests a bottle of whiskey before talking web and whatnot...As we head into the holidays I hope you'll raise a glass with us and enjoy this very laid back episode... Chuck and Robbie hosted me a year ago and I love that they got me on tape when they did, because it was just as I was starting to consider making some big changes to my show... Changes that I will announce in late January... so get excited for that! and please subscribe to this here podcsat in your favorite apps, and get the newsletter at crafted.fmHere's how they described the episode:Robbie and Chuck talk with Dan Blumberg about his journey from radio producer to product manager and podcaster. They explore the art of building great software, podcasting essentials, and the changing landscape of podcast platforms. Plus, Dan shares his kayaking adventures and insights on balancing authenticity and growth.And if you please…Subscribe to the CRAFTED. newsletter atcrafted.fmShare with a friend! Word of mouth is by far the most powerful way for podcasts to growSponsor the show? I'm actively speaking to potential sponsors for 2026 episodes. Drop me a line and let's talk.Get psyched!… There are some big updates to this show coming soonFor more on Whiskey Web and Whatnot...Check ou:t https://whiskey.fmConnect with Robbie Wagner: https://x.com/RobbieTheWagnerConnect with Chuck Carpenter: https://x.com/CharlesWthe3rd In this episode:- (00:00) - Intro- (03:26) - Whiskey review and rating: Woodinville Straight Bourbon- (09:23) - Apple Podcasts vs Spotify- (11:20) - Spotify video vs YouTube- (13:02) - Podcasting audio vs video- (15:24) - Advice on starting a podcast- (19:24) - Equipment requirements for guests on podcasts- (22:15) - Having a pre-interview interview- (26:06) - Social media and podcasting challenges- (27:37) - How to grow your audience- (33:18) - How to make money as a podcaster- (37:28) - Being yourself vs having a persona- (38:42) - Monetizing your podcast- (42:11) - What's missing from RSS- (43:38) - Dan's non-tech career ideas- (45:40) - Podcast recommendations- (49:12) - Dan's plugsLinks- Woodinville Straight Bourbon: https://woodinvillewhiskeyco.com/- Crafted: https://crafted.fm- WNYC: https://www.wnyc.org/- NYT: https://www.nytimes.com/- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/- Spotify: https://www.spotify.com/- Pocket Casts: https://pocketcasts.com/- IAB: https://www.iab.com/- National Geographic: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/- Shure SM7B: https://www.shure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7b- Focusrite: https://focusrite.com/- Shure MV7: https://www.shure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7- Elgato: https://www.elgato.com/- AirPods: https://www.apple.com/airpods/- Audio Technica: https://www.audio-technica.com/en-us/- Morning Edition: https://www.wnyc.org/shows/me- Chicago Public Radio: https://www.wbez.org/- Riverside: https://riverside.fm/- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/- Mr. Beast: https://youtube.com/@mrbeast- Docker: https://www.docker.com/- Artium: https://www.thisisartium.com/- Jay Clouse: https://creatorscience.com/- Hark: https://harkaudio.com/- Syntax: https://syntax.fm/- Hard Fork: https://www.nytimes.com/column/hard-fork- Big Technology with Alex Kantrowitz: https://www.bigtechnology.com/- Decoder with Nilay Patel: https://www.theverge.com/decoder- How I Built This: https://www.npr.org/series/490248027/how-i-built-this- Acquired: https://www.acquired.fm/- Smartless: https://smartless.com/- Wondery: https://wondery.com/- Sacha Baron Cohen: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sacha_Baron_Cohen- Tim Burton: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_Burton- Beetlejuice: https://www.warnerbros.com/movies/beetlejuice- Darknet Diaries: https://darknetdiaries.com/

Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, spoke with Josh Flinn, Director of Product, Cloud Software at Digi International, about the company's achievement of SOC 2 Type 2 compliance and what it means for channel partners building secure, cloud-based IoT solutions. Digi International is a global leader in cellular connectivity for IoT, delivering secure, reliable connectivity for distributed devices such as remote sensors, smart city infrastructure, vehicles, and industrial systems. Operating as a channel-first company, Digi focuses on helping partners deploy and manage IoT solutions at scale through cloud-based platforms like Digi Remote Manager and Digi Ventus. During the discussion, Flinn explained that SOC 2 Type 2 is a significant milestone because it validates not only Digi's security controls but also the ongoing execution of secure development, auditing, and change management practices over time. For channel partners, this reduces friction in the sales cycle, simplifies security questionnaires, and provides confidence that core components of their solutions already meet rigorous security standards. As Flinn noted, “SOC 2 is not a one-time event—it's an ongoing commitment to secure operations.” The compliance attestation currently covers Digi Remote Manager for Digi 360 router and gateway platforms, as well as Digi Ventus, Digi's managed services cloud platform. Looking ahead, Digi is continuing to invest in security enhancements such as long-term support firmware, eSIM security capabilities, and automated compliance controls, reinforcing its cloud-first approach as partners and customers move toward increasingly distributed, IoT-driven environments. Learn more about Digi International at https://www.digi.com/. Software Mind Telco Days 2025: On-demand online conference Engaging Customers, Harnessing Data

Mastering Integrity Connect: Enhancements, Features, and User Guide In this Thursday training call, Gina Hawks provides an in-depth overview of the Integrity Connect portal. The session covers the recent updates and enhancements to the platform, emphasizing its multifaceted functionalities such as CRM, underwriting, electronic applications, and access to leads. Gina guides new users on how to register and set up their profiles, explains the benefits of the platform including discounts and personalized websites, and demonstrates how to effectively use tools like Ask Integrity and live chat. Additionally, detailed walkthroughs on quoting for simplified and fully underwritten Indexed Universal Life (IUL) policies are included. This comprehensive training ensures users can maximize the potential of Integrity Connect for their business needs. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:12 Getting Started with Integrity Connect 02:03 Exploring the Dashboard and New Enhancements 02:36 E&O Insurance Savings 04:41 Setting Up Your Profile 06:01 Utilizing the Integrity Connect Features 08:56 Personalized Website and Business Phone Number 16:49 Selling Permissions Update 29:56 Client Management and Importing Contacts 33:53 Seamless Integration from Underwriting to Application 34:31 Adding Clients and Using Quick Quote 35:34 Detailed Underwriting Process 39:11 Health Conditions and Medications 44:38 Quoting and Application Process 46:57 Handling Common Issues and Questions 49:51 Using Integrity Connect for Different Products 54:39 Fully Underwritten IULs for Accumulation and Protection 01:00:11 Final Thoughts and Q&A

In the final 2025 episode of Rock Cast, Jon, Emily, and Nick talk about product grooming and the Community's responsibility in it. As the team continues to prune and refine the software, you can look forward to more change towards meaningful innovation.They also dive into Jon's articles on X covering the role of AI in digital ministry and an honest look into the evolution of the giving landscape. You can find links to his articles in the show notes and share them with your pastor! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In trading yesterday, lower inflation led the way, technology earnings brightened the day. A UK cut, the ECB's soft tone, sent markets climbing, risk well-known. Across the seas, Japan stood tall, rates are the highest since the mid-2006 call. And to close the year with rhythmic cheer, Tim Gagie, Head of FX Advisory Geneva, penned a verse sincere.(00:00) - Introduction: Helen Freer, Product & Investment Content (00:52) - Markets wrap-up: Mike Rauber, Product & Investment Content (06:24) - A festive FX poem: Tim Gagie, Head of FX/PM PB Geneva (08:24) - Closing remarks: Helen Freer, Product & Investment Content Would you like to support this show? Please leave us a review and star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

Elena Verna is the head of growth at Lovable, the leading AI-powered app builder that hit $200 million in annual recurring revenue in under a year with just 100 employees. In this record fourth appearance on the podcast, Elena shares how the traditional growth playbook has been completely rewritten for AI companies. She explains why Lovable focuses on innovation over optimization, how they've shifted from activation to building new features, and why giving away their product for free has become their most powerful growth strategy.We discuss:1. Why 60% to 70% of traditional growth tactics no longer apply in AI2. Why you have to re-find product-market fit every 3 months3. The specific growth tactics driving Lovable's unprecedented growth4. Why giving away product is a growth strategy that beats paid ads5. “Minimum lovable product” as the new standard (not minimum viable product)6. Why activation now belongs to product teams, not growth teams7. Whether you should join an AI startup (honest tradeoffs)—Brought to you by:WorkOS—Modern identity platform for B2B SaaS, free up to 1 million MAUsVercel—Your collaborative AI assistant to design, iterate, and scale full-stack applications for the webPersona—A global leader in digital identity verification—Transcript: ⁠https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-new-ai-growth-playbook-for-2026-elena-verna⁠—My biggest takeaways (for paid newsletter subscribers): ⁠https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/i/181207556/my-biggest-takeaways-from-this-conversation⁠—Where to find Elena Verna:• X: https://x.com/elenaverna• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaverna• Newsletter: https://www.elenaverna.com—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Elena Verna(05:19) The scale and growth of Lovable(08:55) Confidence in Lovable as a business(12:17) Retention at Lovable(15:02) Lovable's unique growth levers(28:13) The role of marketing in Lovable's success(38:09) Launching new features(40:59) Hiring and team dynamics(43:17) The value of vibe coding(49:46) The importance of community(51:47) Giving away your product for free(56:26) Tripling their company size(01:00:23) Product-market-fit challenges(01:08:50) Advice for joining AI companies(01:12:00) Work-life balance(01:15:20) What it's like to work at Lovable(01:19:45) Women in tech(01:25:29) Final thoughts and lightning round—Referenced:• Elena Verna on how B2B growth is changing, product-led growth, product-led sales, why you should go freemium not trial, what features to make free, and much more: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/elena-verna-on-why-every-company• The ultimate guide to product-led sales | Elena Verna: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-ultimate-guide-to-product-led• 10 growth tactics that never work | Elena Verna (Amplitude, Miro, Dropbox, SurveyMonkey): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/10-growth-tactics-that-never-work-elena-verna• Lovable: https://lovable.dev• Building Lovable: $10M ARR in 60 days with 15 people | Anton Osika (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/building-lovable-anton-osika• Stripe: https://stripe.com• What differentiates the highest-performing product teams | John Cutler (Amplitude, The Beautiful Mess): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/what-differentiates-the-highest-performing• How to win in the AI era: Ship a feature every week, embrace technical debt, ruthlessly cut scope, and create magic your competitors can't copy | Gaurav Misra (CEO and co-founder of Captions): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/how-to-win-in-the-ai-era-gaurav-misra• “Dumbest idea I've heard” to $100M ARR: Inside the rise of Gamma | Grant Lee (CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/how-50-people-built-a-profitable-ai-unicorn• Eric Ries on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eries• Elena's post on LinkedIn about Lovable Missions: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/elenaverna_everythingispossible-lovableway-activity-7401627519646474242-hn6e• SheBuilds: https://shebuilds.lovable.app• Shopify + Lovable: https://lovable.dev/shopify• The Product-Market Fit Treadmill: Why every AI company is sprinting just to stay in place: https://www.elenaverna.com/p/the-product-market-fit-treadmill• Cursor: https://cursor.com• The rise of Cursor: The $300M ARR AI tool that engineers can't stop using | Michael Truell (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-rise-of-cursor-michael-truell• Unorthodox frameworks for growing your product, career, and impact | Bangaly Kaba (YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Instacart): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/frameworks-for-growing-your-career-bangaly-kaba• The adjacent user: https://brianbalfour.com/quick-takes/the-adjacent-user• Granola: https://www.granola.ai• Wispr Flow: https://wisprflow.ai• I'm worried about women in tech: https://www.elenaverna.com/p/im-worried-about-women-in-tech• Slack founder: Mental models for building products people love ft. Stewart Butterfield: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/slack-founder-stewart-butterfield—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. To hear more, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com

What if the real key to connection in the digital workplace isn't more tools, but more trust? In a world obsessed with metrics, platforms, and productivity hacks, Andy Sitison flips the script. A strategist, designer, and people-first tech mind, Andy joins Nikki to explore how we move from clicks to true connection.

YC Cheng is the CEO of Hero Bread, the better-for-you bakery brand making low net carb, low sugar, high protein products that actually taste like real bread. On this episode of ITS, YC walks Ali through his experience investing, founding and scaling World Golf Tour, and how he's growing Hero.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support In The Sauce by becoming a member!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're ready for the World Flairista Championship on this special year-in-rebrew episode of the Coffee Sprudgecast. Podcast hosts Jordan Michelman and Zachary Carlsen take the Flair 58+2 for a twirl with the La Prima Espresso Co. Buon Natale holiday blend. Jordan calls Zachary a "confirmed Flairista". Coffee podcast hosts can't live on espresso alone, so they slurped mightily upon a Ceado Hoop brew of New Orleans' own Brassline Coffee Roasters Session Blend. To smooth out, Michelman rips into some "Honey, Honey" herbal tisane from the Dona Tea Library. To take it up a notch, he adds Coffee Blossom Honey (available in a 5 gallon bucket format) effectively making it a "Honey, Honey, Honey". "I'm giving my personal designation of Jordan's Product of the Year to the Dona Tea Library," declares Michelman. Much is discussed on this episode—including a shout out to all of the Sprudgie Award Finalists. Vote now! This episode of the Coffee Sprudgecast is sponsored by Breville, noissue, Ceado, Pacific Barista Series, La Marzocco, Ghirardelli, and DONA.

To get your free copy of Zach's Ebook "Handmade Business Secrets", Please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook   If you're trying to grow to $5-10k/mo with your woodworking or handmade business- steal all the same strategies & systems Zach used to break the $10k/mo barrier - Please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/HHA   If you're a woodworker doing at least $3k/mo consistently in sales and you're ready to scale to $20k/mo+, you need to apply for the Woodworking Accelerator Program. Please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/WWBAP   All Zach's top choices that power his business   SHOPIFY - Launch your new woodworking or handmade website today for just $1! It's easy to get started. https://shopify.pxf.io/c/2544769/1061744/13624   INCFILE - Setup your business the right way & in minutes! Be sure to use this link for your discount! - https://incfile.grsm.io/c6ymnwkoo5hv   QUICKBOOKS - Save 30% For 6 Months & Finally Get Your Business Finances In Order - https://quickbooks.intuit.com/partners/qbba/?cid=par_qbppnr_zachvaught9472&gspk=emFjaHZhdWdodDk0NzI&gsxid=YZeRn3iY57Ni   PIPEDRIVE - Follow up with leads, keep track of clients, and close more sales! Try for free for 30 days! - https://aff.trypipedrive.com/fh34hhfppt9k   SIMPLETEXTING - Implement SMS & Text Messaging Marketing Into Your Business Today To Sell More, Make More, & Grow More! Get started for free today. - https://simpletexting.stptnr.net/bvgs1y2ouqwn   LUCID CHARTS - Get Strategic & Plan For Growth. Use These Charts To Map Out Marketing Strategies, Org Charts, Shop Flows, & More! Sign up for free today. - https://try.lucid.co/rhuf1awoigan 

In this episode, host Sandy Vance sits down with Hadas Bitran, Partner General Manager of Health AI at Microsoft Health & Life Sciences, for a deep dive into the rapidly evolving world of healthcare agents. Together, they explore how agentic technologies are being used across clinical settings, where they're creating value, and why tailoring these tools to the specific needs of users and audiences is essential for safety and effectiveness. Well-designed healthcare agents can reinforce responsible AI practices (like transparency, accountability, and patient safety) while also helping organizations evaluate emerging solutions with greater clarity and confidence. In this episode, they talk about:How agents are used in healthcare and use casesThe risks if a healthcare agent is not tailored to the needs of users and audiencesHow healthcare agents support responsible AI practices, such as safety, transparency, and accountability, in clinical settingsHealthcare organizations should look to evaluate healthcare agent solutionsBridging the gaps in access, equity, and health literacy; empowering underserved populations and democratizing expertiseThe impact of AI on medical professionals and the healthcare staff, and how they should prepare for the change?A Little About Hadas:Hadas Bitran is Partner General Manager, Health AI, at Microsoft Health & Life Sciences. Hadas and her multi-disciplinary R&D organization build AI technologies for health & life sciences, focusing on Generative AI-based services, Agentic AI, and healthcare-adapted safeguards. They shipped multiple products and cloud services for the healthcare industry, which were adopted by thousands of customers worldwide.In addition to her work at Microsoft, Hadas previously served as a Board Member at SNOMED International, a not-for-profit organization that drives clinical terminology worldwide.Before Microsoft, Hadas held senior leadership positions managing R&D and Product groups in tech corporations and in start-up companies. Hadas has a B.Sc. in Computer Science from Tel Aviv University and an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University in Chicago.

They were building a Segment competitor. It was working—customers were paying. But every sales call, prospects kept asking about the backend tech instead of the product. So they killed the roadmap and pivoted. It took them 18 months to hit $1M ARR. Then they started growing. And so far, they've raised $350M. Viraj walks through exactly how he validated the pivot, landed the first 10 customers, and why being outside Silicon Valley forced him to show more traction than everyone else.Why You Should ListenHow to know when your side feature is actually your real productThe exact question to ask prospects to validate willingness to payWhy getting to $1M ARR slowly can set you up to scale fasterHow to compete when you're not based in Silicon ValleyWhat talking to your first customer 4x a day for 2 months teaches youKeywordsstartup podcast, startup podcast for founders, open source startup, B2B SaaS growth, pivot strategy, developer tools startup, finding product market fit, early stage fundraising, design partners, commercial open source00:00:00 Intro00:01:46 Getting caught at the Coldplay concert00:14:29 Deciding to Pivot From a Working Product to Something New00:17:27 Building a Business Around Open Source Technology00:19:38 Selling Before You Build00:27:37 Talking to the First Customer Four Times a Day00:30:51 Landing the First Ten Customers00:35:10 Fundraising Without Silicon Valley Pedigree00:38:48 When He Knew He Had Product Market FitRetrySend me a message to let me know what you think!

Product marketers aren't marketers—they're architects while everyone else chooses to paint walls (no shade). Hattie the PMM shares her brutal journey from respected CEO to crying on calls as a micromanaged IC, revealing why PMM respect disappeared the moment she hit corporate payroll. We dive deep into the "becoming vs. doing" philosophy, why your money-limiting beliefs might be killing your consultancy, and how to extract value from companies while they extract from you. Raw, real, and revolutionary—this episode might make you quit your job or finally charge what you're worth.More from this convo...From BBC/Wall Street Journal features to being treated like a child at work Why PMMs are architects while marketers are just painting pretty walls The day respect disappeared: "The minute my name hit their payroll" How to build your $100K consultancy while keeping your day job Why companies pay consultants 3X more for the same PMM work The "becoming vs. doing" trap that keeps PMMs broke Money limiting beliefs: Why you won't send the invoiceThe strategic visibility system that changes everything Why your framework knowledge means nothing without becoming How to extract value from companies that don't value youTimestamps 00:00 Introduction & The Cher of Product Marketing02:00 The Big Question: Are Product Marketers Actually Marketers?02:30 The Architect vs. Interior Decorator Analogy03:00 PMMs as Foundation Builders04:00 From CEO to IC: The Respect Vanishing Act05:00 BBC, Wall Street Journal, Cambridge University Days06:00 Corporate America Reality Check07:00 Micromanagement & Workplace Bullying08:00 Childhood Trauma & Workplace Triggers09:00 The Crying on Calls Era11:00 Why PMM Respect Doesn't Exist13:00 The Consultant Premium Phenomenon15:00 Building Your Empire While Employed17:00 The Strategic Visibility System19:00 Rapid Fire Round Begins21:00 Worst Career Advice23:00 Budget Allocation Debates25:00 Personal Branding Strategy27:00 AI Impact on PMM29:00 The Newsletter Game31:00 Career Milestones & Roadblocks33:00 Why Companies Pay Consultants More35:00 Extract Value While They Extract From You37:00 Building Frameworks on Company Time39:00 The April Dunford Model41:00 Roadblocks vs. Roadmaps43:00 The Becoming vs. Doing Philosophy45:00 Deep Coaching Approach47:00 Why Information Isn't Enough49:00 The Workout Analogy50:00 Money Limiting Beliefs51:00 Invoice Avoidance Psychology52:00 The Profitable PMM Challenge53:00Closing&WheretoFindHattieHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if the book you're writing isn't really the product you're selling? In today's episode of Fully Booked, publishing strategist Michael R. Drew takes us through the deeper business logic behind nonfiction publishing. Drawing on nearly three decades of experience and over 130 bestsellers, Michael explains why the most successful nonfiction authors begin not with the book itself, but by first defining the outcome they want it to achieve. From there, they determine how to measure success, create a strategy to support that goal, and finally use the book as one of the tactics to help fulfill it. In this way, the book becomes a powerful tool to grow a platform, drive business objectives, and establish lasting thought leadership. Michael also shares how nonfiction authors can market their books ethically and effectively by focusing on long-term relationships rather than quick wins. Through real-world examples, he illustrates how clarity of purpose and consistent audience engagement can make a book far more impactful. That's why for many non-fiction authors, their book is not the end goal, but simply a tool to elevate the real product — their platform, expertise, and the value they bring to their audience.   Michael R. Drew https://promoteabook.com/   Hidden Gems Need our help publishing or marketing your book?  https://www.hiddengemsbooks.com/author-services/   All episode details and links:  https://www.hiddengemsbooks.com/podcast

In this episode, we're joined by Youssef Hounat, product leader, ex-auditor, and (unexpectedly) freestyle-rap-ready builder of tools for accountants. He went from training at Ernst & Young to helping scale DataSnipper into one of the Netherlands' unicorns, and now he's building again as Head of Product at ComplianceWise. We unpack what's actually changing inside product teams: AI stops being a rewrite/search tool and becomes a teammate that takes real work off your plate. Youssef shares how the best teams reduce context switching, turn customer research into a habit, and use agentic workflows + MCPs to connect tools like email, Jira, Figma, and docs without becoming a “fleshy meat puppet” copy-pasting between 10 tabs. Here are some of the key questions we address: Why do 99% of teams still use AI wrong, and what mindset shift fixes it? How do you turn customer research into a continuous habit using transcripts + automated pipelines? What's a real example of AI helping product push back on “build this to close the deal” and finding the true request underneath? How do top teams use MCP + coding agents to move from idea → PRD → Jira tickets without leaving the terminal? What's the difference between a prototype you build to learn vs a product you build to earn — and why vibe-coded output can't go straight to production? How do you avoid reinventing the wheel and start with small weekly automations that compound? What's the real risk behind shadow AI usage  and how do you get IT onside instead of blocked?

Personalized accessories – Counselor's 2025 Product of the Year – have made waves by turning promo's smallest items into major vessels for personal expression and brand engagement. Tommy Gomez, senior director of creative strategy at Brilliant (asi/), joins Promo Insiders to talk through the trend and why it's made such an impact.

Valenti and Rico wrapped up their final topic of the day with more of their thoughts and your calls on Scott Harris.

On this episode of Vitality Radio, Jared takes on a fear-based narrative that has been circulating widely in the natural health space—claims that supplements are “toxic,” “fake,” or made from alarming industrial sources. Using vitamin D3 and vitamin K2 as the focal point, Jared breaks down where tiny fragments of truth have been exaggerated into misleading conclusions, and why that kind of half-truth can be more dangerous than an outright lie. If you've ever felt confused or alarmed by supplement claims on social media, this episode will help you develop a more grounded, critical framework—one rooted in physiology, context, and practical application rather than ideology or outrage.Products:Vital D3/K2 High PotencyVital D3/K2Buy D-Mannose Powder and get CranActin FREE ($20 value) - Vitality Radio POW! Product of the Week with PROMO CODE: POW21Visit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalitynutritionbountiful and @vitalityradio on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.

For many subscription box owners, the silent killer of conversions isn't a lack of traffic, it's unclear messaging. Your box might be beautifully curated and full of value, but if visitors can't understand what it is, who it's for, and why it matters in 10 seconds or less, they're leaving. In this episode, Sarah breaks down exactly what strong subscription box messaging looks like, where most subscription box owners go wrong, and how to improve your message across your entire customer journey. Messaging isn't just your homepage headline. It's the story you're telling everywhere: on your sales page, product listing, Instagram bio, emails, checkout page, even your cancellation flow. You understand your subscription box because you live in it, but your customer doesn't. Clarity must come first. The 3 Core Elements Every Message Must Include Who is it for? What do they get? Why does it matter? 10 Common Messaging Mistakes 1.  Messaging That Is Too Vague or Generic 2. Only Listing Features, Not Benefits 3. Trying to Appeal to Everyone 4. Unclear or Missing Homepage Headline 5. Sales Page Lacks Structure or Detail 6. Misaligned Visuals 7. Weak CTA Language 8. Assuming People Already Know What Your Subscription Box Is 9. No Emotional Connection or Transformation 10. Inconsistent Messaging Across Platforms Conduct an audit to evaluate your own message. Look at your: Homepage (especially above the fold) Sales page Product page Instagram bio About page Checkout flow Emails - especially your welcome sequence Subscription confirmation and cancellation flow By the end, you'll know exactly where your message is strong, and where it's confusing your customer. 5 Action Steps to Improve Your Messaging This Week Rewrite your homepage header Add hooks to your sales page headings Strengthen your product page with specifics and visuals Create a simple voice guide for consistency Get outside feedback from someone who isn't familiar with your box Great messaging isn't about being clever. It's about being clear. If your ideal customer can land on your page and instantly think, “Oh, this is for me,” you've done your job. Listen to this episode to learn the 3 parts of strong messaging, the 10 mistakes that cost you subscribers, and the simple steps you can take this week to improve your conversions. Join me in all the places:     Facebook Instagram Launch Your Box with Sarah Website  Are you ready for Launch Your Box? Our complete training program walks you step by step through how to start, launch, and grow your subscription box business. Join the waitlist today!

All sorts of setbacks can come up during your career. You narrowly miss landing your dream job. You get put on a project you don't love. You have a horrible manager. You go through a round of budget cuts. You have a family emergency come up. You have a sudden health issue. Or you realise you've taken the wrong job. We all experience disappointments, stressors, or unexpected twists and turns in our career that test our resilience, patience, and fortitude. Career setbacks can't be avoided. No matter how well you plan things out, stuff comes up, and your ability to navigate and manage those setbacks will make the difference between you getting stuck in a rut or bouncing back to find a better way forward. In this episode of the Career Relaunch® podcast, Ben Kuhl, a sports and events hospitality management professional turned woodworking, shelf-making craftsman shares his thoughts on his shift from white-collar to blue-collar work, and I also share some thoughts on the hidden blessings behind career setbacks.

In this episode of Rethink Retail, host Martin Bailie is joined by Jerome Hamrit, Senior Vice President for Data and Retail Media at VusionGroup, and Thaddeus Segura, Senior Vice President for Product at VusionGroup, to explore the evolution of the connected store. What you'll learn in this episode: - Why store digital transformation is fundamentally different from e-commerce transformation - How real-time data from ESLs, computer vision, IoT sensors, and transactional systems creates a “live store” - Why platform thinking and system integration matter more than adding new devices - How Walmart and Carrefour approached connected store infrastructure at scale - The shift from “interesting technology” to essential retail capability - What “precision commerce” means and why it represents the future of retail execution - How connected stores unlock value for retailers, store teams, and brands through better execution, productivity, and monetization

Send us feedback or episode suggestions.As AI compresses the distance between idea and execution, the abstractions that once made design tools necessary are becoming points of friction. In this conversation, Knapsack leaders Chris Strahl, Evan Lovely, and Robin Cannon make the case that the future of digital production starts in the medium products actually ship in, code. They unpack why design systems are infrastructure, not artifacts, how context becomes the critical input for enterprise AI, and why creating directly in code unlocks faster iteration with higher fidelity. This shift changes who gets to create, how teams work together, and what it means to scale ideas instead of just processes.In this episode, you'll hear about:AI as an enabler of human creativity, not a replacementWhy prototype-first workflows are breaking downHow the Intelligent Product Engine supports real product creationWhat it looks like for designers, developers, and product teams to build, refine, and ship togetherView the transcript of this episode.Check out our upcoming events.If you want to get in touch with the show, ask some questions, or tell us what you think, send us a message over on LinkedIn.GuestEvan Lovely is the co-founder and CTO of KnapsackRobin Cannon is the Head of Product at KnapsackHostChris Strahl is co-founder and CEO of Knapsack, host of @TheDSPod, DnD DM, and occasional river guide. You can find Chris on LinkedIn.SponsorSponsored by Knapsack, the design system platform that brings teams together. Learn more at knapsack.cloud.

The holidays are in full swing, and we're pulling back the curtain on one of the most anticipated running-shoe launches of the year. The brand-new Brooks Glycerin Flex is here, and we have Nikhil Jain, Director of Product Line Management at Brooks Running–and the mind helping steer innovation behind the brand–joining us to break it all down.The Glycerin Flex is an all-new, highly cushioned running shoe debuting in early 2026 that offers a smoother, more flexible ride compared to the standard Glycerin.Nikhil Jain himself brings unmatched insight into the art and science of building world-class running shoes. From line planning to forecasting; from creative problem-solving to leading teams that shape what millions of runners feel underfoot; he offers a rare look into Brooks' product engine. Whether you're a shoe nerd, a data-driven athlete, or just curious about what makes the Glycerin Flex so different, this is required listening. If you're interested in delving into the experience of the future of cushioning in running straight from the source, this is the place to be.Tap into the Nikhil Jain Special.If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. Comment the word “PODCAST” below and I'll DM you a link to listen. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend!S H O W  N O T E S-The Run Down By The Running Effect (our new newsletter!): https://tinyurl.com/mr36s9rs-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Take our podcast survey: https://tinyurl.com/3ua62ffz

Rajeev Rajan (CTO @ Atlassian) shares the leadership playbook he used to transform Atlassian's engineering culture, and how that cultural foundation directly powered the build and launch of Rovo (Atlassian's new AI powered app). We cover how they reduced ship time from 120 days to zero, why “developer joy” is the metric that matters, and how to create a community of developer productivity champions to scale DevEx transformation. Rajeev also breaks down his principles for systematizing autonomy and empowerment, including frameworks for giving direct reports more ownership. Plus, a look at the future of Atlassian's “Systems of Work”! ABOUT RAJEEV RAJANRajeev Rajan is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Atlassian. Rajeev joined the company in May 2022 and is responsible for Atlassian Engineering, IT, Security and Trust, and the Engineering Operations teams. His focus areas include the company's continued transformation to Cloud, Developer Platform, and Product lines. Additionally, he is passionate about continuing to develop Atlassian's world-class engineering organization and making it a top choice for aspiring engineering talent worldwide.A long-time resident of Washington state, Rajeev previously acted as the Vice President and Head of Engineering for Facebook and Head of Office for Meta in the Pacific Northwest Region. Prior to Meta, Rajeev spent more than two decades with Microsoft, first joining as an intern in 1994. During his time there, he worked on many products, culminating in Office 365 where he built and led the team responsible for all of the Cloud Infrastructure for Office 365.Rajeev is married with two children and a spunky yellow lab named Rayna. He is very involved in and passionate about a number of efforts that uplift the local community, ranging from the arts to STEM programs. SHOW NOTES:The "Listening Tour": Grounding leadership in reality and identifying friction points (3:52)The Confluence Editor story: Reducing ship time from 120 days to 0 (6:26)Moving beyond productivity: Why "Developer Joy" is the metric that matters (8:45)Creating a community of Developer Productivity Champions and the power of a Productivity Summit (13:44)Elevating productivity to a company-level OKR and measuring qualitative sentiment (17:12)Leadership framework: Deciding when to "manage through people" vs. "manage through process" (19:05)How to give more direct ownership / responsibility to a DRI (23:03)Alignment conversations about prioritizing developer joy & productivity (24:22)Challenges faced during Atlassian's developer joy transformation journey (26:23)How the "Developer Joy" foundation enabled building Rovo in just 6 months (30:02)The "System of Work": Expanding Jira's utility beyond engineering to finance, marketing, and legal (33:22)Rapid Fire Questions (40:48) This episode wouldn't have been possible without the help of our incredible production team:Patrick Gallagher - Producer & Co-HostJerry Li - Co-HostNoah Olberding - Associate Producer, Audio & Video Editor https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-olberding/Dan Overheim - Audio Engineer, Dan's also an avid 3D printer - https://www.bnd3d.com/Ellie Coggins Angus - Copywriter, Check out her other work at https://elliecoggins.com/about/5 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special year-end episode of the Life Matters Podcast, Bill Bell and co-host Jenna Washatka look back at their favorite moments of 2025, the topmost listened to episodes of 2025, and celebrate the show's 25th episode milestone.You'll hear highlights from the year's most valuable conversations, including:What the Accelerated MultiLife Platform (AMP) means for executive benefits and multilife marketEssential insights on special needs planning, tax reform, and H.R. 1When Management Services Organizations (MSOs) make sense for business owners and where life insurance fitsModern estate and advanced planning strategiesWhether you focus on business owners, special needs families, or high-net-worth estate planning, this recap is packed with advanced sales insights you can use in client conversations right away.Have a question or comment for Bill? Drop him an email at: LifeMatters@PennMutual.comFollow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PennMutual/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/PennMutual/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/penn-mutual/Presented by Penn Mutual: https://www.pennmutual.com/This podcast is for informational purposes. Guests' views, comments, and opinions on products, services, or strategies do not necessarily represent the views of or imply endorsement by The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company or its affiliates. Product availability, benefits and provisions vary by state.8655118NS_DEC27 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does it take to build truly product-driven engineering teams? In this episode, Matt Watson — founder and CEO of Full Scale and author of Product Driven — joins Lily and Randy to challenge the longstanding silos between product and engineering. Drawing on 25+ years of experience and four tech ventures, Matt makes the case for why developers need more than just code to care about: they need context, ownership, and clarity.From redefining “done” to the evolving role of AI in software teams, this conversation dives into how product leaders can foster a culture where engineers aren't just implementers, but co-creators of customer value.Chapters0:00 – Why “no feedback” is a warning sign, not success1:46 – Matt's journey: from developer to founder2:58 – Thinking outside the code: how the book Product Driven started4:50 – Why many engineers don't think about the customer5:57 – The rise of product managers and the walling off of engineers6:56 – Redefining the role of PMs in cross-functional teams9:01 – Metrics, measurement, and the illusion of progress10:57 – Ownership as the root of productivity13:04 – Code monkeys, culture, and killing creativity14:55 – Communicating context: five minutes that save weeks17:04 – AI and the changing definition of developer productivity20:32 – External value vs internal tech debt22:48 – The Product Driven model: Vision, Focus, Clarity, Shared Ownership, Courage27:08 – Why courage is the starting point for changeOur HostsLily Smith enjoys working as a consultant product manager with early-stage and growing startups and as a mentor to other product managers. She's currently Chief Product Officer at BBC Maestro, and has spent 13 years in the tech industry working with startups in the SaaS and mobile space. She's worked on a diverse range of products – leading the product teams through discovery, prototyping, testing and delivery. Lily also founded ProductTank Bristol and runs ProductCamp in Bristol and Bath. Randy Silver is a Leadership & Product Coach and Consultant. He gets teams unstuck, helping you to supercharge your results. Randy's held interim CPO and Leadership roles at scale-ups and SMEs, advised start-ups, and been Head of Product at HSBC and Sainsbury's. He participated in Silicon Valley Product Group's Coaching the Coaches forum, and speaks frequently at conferences and events. You can join one of communities he runs for CPOs (CPO Circles), Product Managers (Product In the {A}ether) and Product Coaches. He's the author of What Do We Do Now? A Product Manager's Guide to Strategy in the Time of COVID-19. A recovering music journalist and editor, Randy also launched Amazon's music stores in the US & UK.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks,  Ryan dissects Monday.com (Ticker: MNDY), concluding with his decision on whether to buy the stock or not. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(03:37) Growth Metrics and Business Model(06:19) History(09:30) Understanding the Product and User Experience(12:20) Market Position and Competitive Landscape(15:16) Financial Analysis and Valuation Insights(33:28) Profit Margins and Stock-Based Compensation(43:25) The Stickiness of Software and Customer Retention(49:53) AI's Impact on Task Management Software(57:30) Management Dynamics and Company Valuation*****************************************************Sign up for our stock research service, Emerging Moats: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

Stop wasting time building the wrong thing faster!In this episode of Arguing Agile, Product Manager: Brian Orlando and Business Agility Coach to THE STARS: Om Patel respond to yet another listener question, discussing Product Risk Analysis in agile environments! Listen or watch as they challenge the common misconception that analyzing risks upfront is "waterfall" and reveal why ignoring product risks until you've burned three sprints is how teams end up building features nobody wants.Stick around while the hosts break down Marty Cagan's four critical product risks (Valuable, Usable, Feasible, and Business-Viable) but stick around for the conversation on why most teams focus on execution risks while the real product killers are hiding in plain sight!The topics covered are:- Difference between product risks and execution risks- Why traditional risk registers are theater- "Speed-to-death" prioritization for testing assumptions- Handling team skill gaps as feasibility risks- Aligning stakeholders who fixate on the wrong risks- Why business viability (pricing, unit economics) is the most ignored yet most dangerous riskThis episode is great for product managers, agile coaches, and team members who want to stop building things people don't want.#ProductManagement #Agile #RiskAnalysisREFERENCES"Marty Cagan - Inspired", "Melissa Perri - Escaping the Build Trap", "Teresa Torres - Continuous Discovery Habits", "David Marquet - Turn the Ship Around", "Product School blog", "Eric Reis - The Lean Startup"LINKSYouTubeWebsiteSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/362QvYORmtZRKAeTAE57v3Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agile-podcast/id1568557596

What if the only thing standing between you and the next level is the courage to ignore the experts? In this encore episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Michael Mogill sits down with Kara Goldin, Founder of Hint Water and bestselling author of Undaunted, to reveal what it really takes to build a brand, a company, and a category from the ground up. From rejection and industry pushback to Goliath competitors and well-meaning “experts” who swear your idea won't work, this conversation is a blueprint for staying unshakably committed to your vision, even when no one else understands it. Here's what you'll learn: Why bold ideas are doubted before they're celebrated — and how to push forward anyway How to distinguish genuine insight from the limiting beliefs of others What it takes to stay persistent when you're creating something no one has ever done before If you want a real-world example of what unwavering commitment can create, this episode is it. ---- Show Notes: 04:32 — Why Kara says she never would have started Hint if she knew how difficult the journey would be. 06:34 — What it took to create a completely new beverage category and convince buyers it mattered. 08:57 — The moment a senior Coca-Cola executive dismissed her idea and told her Americans “love sweet.” 12:51 — How Kara learned to separate genuine expertise from limiting beliefs disguised as advice. 16:06 — What watching Ted Turner build CNN taught her about conviction and pursuing ideas others doubt. 22:01 — How giving up Diet Coke for her own health became the unexpected catalyst for creating Hint. 30:56 — How little she actually knew about the beverage industry and why that ignorance helped her innovate. 35:25 — How landing Starbucks became a breakthrough moment that suddenly reversed without warning. 39:07 — Why Kara believes dark days don't last forever and how unexpected opportunities follow adversity. Links & Resources: Hint Water Undaunted by Kara Goldin Ted Turner Steve Jobs ---- Do you love this podcast and want to see more game changing content? Subscribe to our YouTube channel. ---- Past guests on The Game Changing Attorney Podcast include David Goggins, John Morgan, Alex Hormozi, Randi McGinn, Kim Scott, Chris Voss, Kevin O'Leary, Laura Wasser, John Maxwell, Mark Lanier, Robert Greene, and many more. ---- If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like: 262. Roland Frasier — The Secret to Scale: How to Grow Your Business 193. Dan Fleyshman — Just Get Started: A Serial Entrepreneur's Secret to Success 172. Marcus Lemonis — The Three Keys to Business: People, Process, and Product

Send us a textRecent announcements across enterprise software, AI platforms, and services point to an accelerating convergence of intelligence, automation, and scale. Product expansions from Deltek, CallMiner, and Hightouch reflect a push to embed advanced analytics, personalization, and contextual intelligence directly into operational systems, while launches from Intellistack and Kognitos highlight growing demand for no-code and neurosymbolic approaches that reduce dependence on scarce technical talent. Strategic transactions such as IFS acquiring TheLoops and Capgemini acquiring WNS signal a broader shift toward end-to-end, AI-enabled business transformation that blends software, services, and domain expertise. At the same time, substantial funding rounds for PhysicsX, Vellum, and Vultr underscore continued investor confidence in platforms that support AI-native workloads, from applied engineering intelligence to workflow orchestration and cloud infrastructure. Collectively, these moves suggest the market is moving beyond experimentation toward integrated, production-grade AI capabilities embedded across the enterprise stack.In today's episode, we invited a panel of industry analysts for a live discussion on LinkedIn to analyze current enterprise software stories. We covered many grounds including the direction and roadmaps of each enterprise software vendors. Finally, we analyzed future trends and how they might shape the enterprise software industry.Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NufAeaJoPwIQuestions for Panelists?

Ghislaine Maxwell's motion for attorney–client and work product protection in her lawsuit with Virginia Roberts Giuffre sought to shield a wide range of documents and communications from disclosure during discovery. Maxwell argued that certain materials requested by Giuffre were protected because they reflected legal strategy, attorney communications, or preparations made in anticipation of litigation. Her filing emphasized that forcing disclosure would unfairly expose her defense strategy and violate long-standing legal privileges designed to protect confidential legal consultation. Maxwell's attorneys framed the motion as a necessary safeguard against what they characterized as overbroad and invasive discovery demands. They contended that without these protections, defendants in high-profile civil litigation would be placed at a systemic disadvantage. The motion leaned heavily on precedent affirming the sanctity of attorney–client privilege and work product doctrine. Maxwell's team positioned the issue as procedural rather than substantive, arguing it was about legal fairness, not hiding facts. The filing attempted to narrow what Giuffre could access while preserving Maxwell's litigation posture.In response, the dispute highlighted broader tensions in the case over transparency versus privilege. Giuffre's side argued that Maxwell was using privilege claims too expansively to block relevant evidence, particularly materials that could shed light on Epstein's operations and Maxwell's role within them. The motion became part of a recurring pattern in the litigation, where Maxwell sought to limit discovery that could expose damaging details under the guise of legal protection. Courts were asked to balance legitimate privilege against the need for factual development in a case involving serious allegations of sexual abuse and trafficking. The issue underscored how privilege claims can function as both a shield for legal strategy and a barrier to accountability. Ultimately, the motion reflected Maxwell's broader legal strategy of tightly controlling information flow. It also reinforced the adversarial nature of the lawsuit, where discovery itself became a central battleground. The fight over work product was less about isolated documents and more about how much of Maxwell's conduct would be subject to scrutiny.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Ghislaine Maxwell's motion for attorney–client and work product protection in her lawsuit with Virginia Roberts Giuffre sought to shield a wide range of documents and communications from disclosure during discovery. Maxwell argued that certain materials requested by Giuffre were protected because they reflected legal strategy, attorney communications, or preparations made in anticipation of litigation. Her filing emphasized that forcing disclosure would unfairly expose her defense strategy and violate long-standing legal privileges designed to protect confidential legal consultation. Maxwell's attorneys framed the motion as a necessary safeguard against what they characterized as overbroad and invasive discovery demands. They contended that without these protections, defendants in high-profile civil litigation would be placed at a systemic disadvantage. The motion leaned heavily on precedent affirming the sanctity of attorney–client privilege and work product doctrine. Maxwell's team positioned the issue as procedural rather than substantive, arguing it was about legal fairness, not hiding facts. The filing attempted to narrow what Giuffre could access while preserving Maxwell's litigation posture.In response, the dispute highlighted broader tensions in the case over transparency versus privilege. Giuffre's side argued that Maxwell was using privilege claims too expansively to block relevant evidence, particularly materials that could shed light on Epstein's operations and Maxwell's role within them. The motion became part of a recurring pattern in the litigation, where Maxwell sought to limit discovery that could expose damaging details under the guise of legal protection. Courts were asked to balance legitimate privilege against the need for factual development in a case involving serious allegations of sexual abuse and trafficking. The issue underscored how privilege claims can function as both a shield for legal strategy and a barrier to accountability. Ultimately, the motion reflected Maxwell's broader legal strategy of tightly controlling information flow. It also reinforced the adversarial nature of the lawsuit, where discovery itself became a central battleground. The fight over work product was less about isolated documents and more about how much of Maxwell's conduct would be subject to scrutiny.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

This week, StrategyCast brings you a special reading of Lori Jones' Home of the Brave article on buyer psychology. In just a few minutes, learn how emotional triggers, simplicity, and authenticity shape the moment your audience decides, “I need that.” Perfect for year-end planning and a fresh perspective heading into 2025 Holiday downtime = the perfect moment to reset your messaging mindset and set up a stronger, clearer 2025.And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the StrategyCast Newsletter. You'll receive weekly bursts of marketing tips, clips, resources, and a whole lot more. Visit https://strategycast.com/ for more details.==Let's Break It Down==00:40 "Transforming Buyer Strategies"04:13 "Simple Storytelling Sparks Action"06:52 "Psychology of Buying Strategies"==Where You Can Find Us==Website: https://strategycast.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategy_cast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategycast==Leave a Review==Hey there, StrategyCast fans!If you've found our tips and tricks on marketing strategies helpful in growing your business, we'd be thrilled if you could take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback not only supports us but also helps others discover how they can elevate their business game!

As NAMM approaches its 125th year, the conversation around The NAMM Show 2026 centers less on products alone and more on the people, relationships, and creative energy that sustain the music industry. In this episode, John Mlynczak, President and CEO of NAMM, joins Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli to frame the upcoming show as a moment shaped by resilience, adaptation, and shared purpose.Mlynczak positions NAMM's history as a long record of responding to disruption. Musical genres shift. Technologies rise and fall. Companies appear and disappear. Music itself remains. That continuity shapes how NAMM views its role today, particularly amid global trade pressures and ongoing debates around AI in music creation. These pressures are not framed as endpoints, but as forces the industry has encountered many times before, each eventually reshaped into opportunity.A major theme is the renewed emphasis on human connection. While innovation remains central, differentiation increasingly comes through artists, creators, and authentic storytelling. Product launches are no longer just technical showcases. They are expressions of identity, collaboration, and trust between musicians and the tools they choose. According to Mlynczak, this shift is driving a larger presence of artists and creators at The NAMM Show 2026, reinforcing the idea that brands are ultimately represented by people, not specifications.Education also plays a defining role. With more than 200 sessions planned, alongside new half-day and full-day summits, The NAMM Show 2026 expands its commitment to learning across experience levels and professional communities. Retailers, educators, engineers, marketers, and performers each have distinct paths through the show, designed intentionally rather than left to chance. Data-driven planning allows NAMM to understand how attendees engage, enabling more tailored experiences now and in the years ahead.Underlying it all is energy. Not hype, but momentum built through in-person connection. The NAMM Show is described as a space where competitors share ideas, musicians find inspiration, and creativity compounds simply by being present. For those who attend, The NAMM Show 2026 serves as a springboard into the year ahead, shaped by music's enduring ability to connect, adapt, and move people forward.The NAMM Show 2026 is taking place from January 20-24, 2026 | Anaheim Convention Center • Southern California — Coverage provided by ITSPmagazine — Follow our coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/cybersecurity-technology-society-events/the-namm-show-2026GUEST:Guest: John Mlynczak, President and CEO of NAMM | View Website | Visit NAMMHOSTS:Sean Martin, Co-Founder, ITSPmagazine and Studio C60 | Website: https://www.seanmartin.comMarco Ciappelli, Co-Founder, ITSPmagazine and Studio C60 | Website: https://www.marcociappelli.comNAMM Organization: https://www.namm.org/The NAMM Show 2026: https://www.namm.org/thenammshow/attendCatch more stories from NAMM Show 2026 coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/cybersecurity-technology-society-events/the-namm-show-2026Music Evolves: Sonic Frontiers Newsletter | https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7290890771828719616/More from Marco Ciappelli on Redefining Society and Technology Podcast: https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com/Want to share an Event Briefing as part of our event coverage? Learn More

Phil Hornby is an experienced product leader, coach, and technologist whose mission is to help product leaders think clearly, make strong decisions, and take powerful action that drives high-impact outcomes. He's a regular speaker at product events and is co-host of the “Talking Roadmaps” YouTube channel and podcast. If Phil were asked to distill product management down to its core, he'd tell us, “We're paid to have an opinion.” Not simply putting a ‘licked finger to the wind,’ but trusting your experience and intuition to make high-quality decisions. Ah, and also to remember: there's a difference between a high-quality decision and the “right” decision. There's no way to guarantee that we make the right decision, Phil says, but there're plenty of ways we can improve our odds. Here’s what we learned: Empowerment Is ‘Making Decisions that Stick' At its most fundamental level, doing Product is decision making, Phil says. “That that’s like the whole heart of it. When we use the term empowered to describe product teams, we talk about their ability to make decisions that stick. If you can’t make a decision stick, then you’re not empowered. It’s really boiled down to this: empowerment is at the heart of all product work. Trust = Character + Competence Trust is an essential component in any relationship. Perhaps even more so in the often high-stakes world of product management. Phil's hypothesis is that high-quality decision making cannot occur in its absence. “Trust comes down to two core components,” he says, “character and competence. You want others to look at you and say, ‘That’s someone I can trust.' That’s the character…. Then there’s competence: ‘Do I think you can make it? Have you got the skills to make that high-quality decision? And those two things combine to provide trust. ‘We're Paid to Have an Opinion' – Evidence-informed Decisionmaking Phil talks about being evidence informed versus data driven, because “data can tell you anything. As product managers,” he adds, “I can massage the data to show whatever the heck I want it to do. “We absolutely need to bring data into our decision-making process,” Phil continues. “Data is a form of quantitative evidence, but then we need the anecdotes and other feedback to complete the equation. But we’re humans, we also have intuition. And, dare I say it, we are paid to have an opinion – to understand our markets, to bring that tacit knowledge, which some people call product sense, and apply it to the context of the situation we’re in.” Catch the entire episode with Phil Hornby and learn even more about: His 6-step process for raising the odds of making a high-quality decision. How product roadmaps reflect your team's decision tree of what to do and when. Why strong opinions are valuable, as long as we're open to the opinions of others. The post 178 / Phil Hornby: How To Make High-Quality Decisions That Stick appeared first on ITX Corp..