Product Management with Impact: Recent Episodes
Norin Lavaee
Our goal is to bring together product managers across the tech industry to discuss learnings and ways for how to create meaningful product, disrupt industries, and how to ramp up as a product manager in tech. Each week we'll be speaking with product leaders to discover what it means to be a PM and what skills can help maximize your impact at work, on personal projects, and beyond. Each episode is focused on a different topic from core PM skills to working across disciplines to how to create world class UI/UX. Come join us to learn, listen, and get the most out of your work on product.
Join me as I sit down with Ashley Chang, former tech PM and founder of Sundays.🚀 Ashley shares her journey from tech to creating a solution that empowers parents, especially women, to grow their careers while being present for their children. Discover how Sundays is addressing the disproportionate impact of work-life balance on women in high-performing cultures. Get inspired by Ashley's mission to help parents thrive in leadership roles without sacrificing family time. 🌟
Interested in reaching out or learning more about Ashley?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleymchang/
Interested in learning more about Sundays?
https://withsundays.com/
https://www.instagram.com/with_sundays
🎙️ In this episode, I sit down with KK Hart, a seasoned business expert with 20+ years of experience in digital marketing and business development. 🚀 KK shares her journey in the wellness industry 🌿, discussing unique challenges and innovative solutions for digital growth 📈. From boutique fitness 💪 to healthcare organizations 🏥, learn how KK's holistic approach combines technology with personal touch 🤝 to drive sustainable success. I uncover game-changing strategies for wellness-focused businesses in this insightful conversation. 💡
Technically Well listeners will receive 15% off The Mind + Body Guide to Growth with access to KK’s calendar to book 20 minutes entirely FREE to help you talk through any personal development need or question that you may have!
️Interested in reaching out or learning more about KK?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hartinc/
Want to work with KK?
https://hartincorporated.com/
Step into the world of wellness tech with Jessica Corbin, the innovative founder of SORCE. Discover how she's addressing the $300 billion problem of stress and burnout in high-performing cultures through groundbreaking biofeedback-driven coaching. Jessica shares her entrepreneurial journey, discussing challenges, triumphs, and her vision for transforming organizational health. Get ready for powerful insights on entrepreneurship, wellness technology, and fostering a culture of wellbeing that will leave you energized and inspired! 🚀🧘♀️💼
️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Jessica?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-corbin-4185754/
️Interested in learning more about Sorce?
https://sorce.io/
Your host:
https://leahwellness.io/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
🎙️ This week, we dive into Human Design with Alex Mufson, founder of Rêv and Aspen Growth Coaching!
Discover:
• 🧬 How Human Design transforms business and wellness
• 🐎➡️💼 Alex's journey from horse training to 7-figure company founder
• 🧠 Innovating mental health and business coaching
• 🚀 The game-changing potential of Rêv
Get inspired by Alex's story and gain practical wisdom from this trailblazing entrepreneur! 💡 Plus, claim your FREE Human Design chart at https://revhumandesign.com/human-design-chart 🎁
Interested in learning more:
👤 Alex Mufson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-mufson-lcsw-96146b29/
🌟 Rêv: https://revhumandesign.com/
🌱 Aspen Growth Coaching: https://www.aspengrowthcoaching.com/
️Your host:
https://leahwellness.io/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
🎙️ We're thrilled to have Mita Carriman, the visionary founder of Adventurely, share her remarkable journey from IP attorney to wellness & future of work entrepreneur. Discover how Mita identified a unique problem space and built a company that revolutionizes the way remote workers experience wellness and inspiration in their work day with Adventurely’s booking site for remote work day passes to hotels, restaurants, cafes & wellness spaces. Gain valuable insights into her challenges, triumphs, and the lessons she learned along the way. Join us as we explore the incredible potential of merging work, travel, and well-being in the remote work era. Get ready to be inspired and learn how to create meaningful experiences that transform lives!🌟🏔️️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Mita?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitacarriman/
️Interested in learning more about Adventurely?
http://www.adventurely.app/
️Your host:
https://leahwellness.io/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
I'm thrilled to be joined by the incredible Amy Kelly, whose journey from psychotherapy to AI entrepreneurship is nothing short of fascinating.
Together, we'll dive into Amy's transition and discover what inspired her to shake up the wellness industry with her groundbreaking venture, Miri. With her superpower of leveraging AI for real impact, Amy is on a mission to revolutionize the way we approach health and wellness.
And hey, it's not all serious talk! We'll also have some rapid-fire fun, where you'll get to learn about Amy's favorite book and morning routine secrets.
So grab your headphones and get ready for a rollercoaster of innovation, inspiration, and a whole lot of fun – trust me, you won't want to miss a second of it!
⭐️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Amy?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-kelly-aa61a820/
⭐️Interested in learning more about Miri AI?
https://www.miri.ai/
⭐️Your host:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
🚀 Host Norin, a tech product manager, chats with the dynamic Fazi — DJ, founder, and product manager.
🎤 Fazi shares his journey from the music scene to entrepreneurship and product management. Learn about his startup challenges, breaking into the industry, and his role as a Product Manager. Discover Fazi's product superpower and the skills that drive his success.
🎧 Short, sweet, and packed with inspiration, this episode is a must-listen for aspiring product managers and entrepreneurs. Tune in and stay inspired. Plus, listen till the end for an exclusive preview of Fazi's new song! 🎶
Connect with Fazi:
🔗 LinkedIn: Explore Fazi's professional journey in tech!
Groove with FVZ Music:
🔗 FVZ Music: Follow Fazi's beats on Instagram! 🎵
🔥 Join us for a fiery new episode of "Not for Your Coworkers," the spin-off from The Product World podcast, where we dive deep into the chaos of working in tech! In this episode, I sit down with my work bestie, Nima, Product Manager at Microsoft, to discuss the rollercoaster ride of navigating the tech world.
🧘♂️🔌 Get ready to explore Nima's wellness journey, as we delve into what it really means to find balance and self-care in the midst of this tech cluster fuck.
🌱🚀 Discover how wellness takes center stage in Nima's life and and work. Dive into the impact that work has had on Nima's personal life and uncover the secrets to finding purpose, meaning, and joy both on the job and beyond.
🚀🎉 Whether you're a seasoned tech pro or just stepping into the world of tech, Nima has some golden nuggets of advice to offer.
Join us as we navigate the chaos, find balance, and embrace the tech journey together. This episode is not to be missed!
⭐️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Nima?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/poornima-dani-1bb579113/
⭐️Your host:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
Today I'm thrilled to introduce you to an inspiring trailblazer, Mihir. Get ready to be captivated by his evolution from a technical writer to the founder and CEO of Offsite-Team, a visionary strategy and staffing firm for digital nomads and solo entrepreneurs.
In our insightful conversation, Mihir takes us on an exhilarating ride through his life experiences, showcasing how his early exposure to technology and content creation laid the foundation for his transformative journey. From publishing impactful articles to nurturing a fascination for innovative products, Mihir's unique story will surely resonate with those who believe in the power of creativity and innovation.
But wait, there's more! We delve into Mihir's innovative approach to operations, uncovering his game-changing strategies that have driven business growth and success. Discover how he transformed conventional methods, embraced creative problem-solving, and even harnessed the power of AI to elevate his team's capabilities.
⭐️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Mihir?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mihirdhshah/
⭐️Your host:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
I had the absolute joy of hanging out with the one and only Teslim, Product Design Lead at Netflix, to uncover his journey through the wild world of tech!
From starting out in computer science to becoming a top tier product designer, Teslim spills the beans on how he went from coding to crafting beautiful user experiences. Buckle up as we dive deep into his recipe for success, where being his authentic self and creating tech with a personal touch became the rocket fuel propelling him to Microsoft and Netflix!
We also talk about how Teslim and a colleague are shaking up the watch industry with their disruptive company— Primitive Haus. It's all about developing thoughtful design, mind-blowing experiences, and colors.
If you're itching to learn about pushing the boundaries of innovation, and nailing the concepts of leadership, execution, and creating something you truly care about, trust me, this episode is made for you!
⭐️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Teslim?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/teslimalabi/
⭐️Your host:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
Welcome to the kick off episode of "Not for Your Co-Workers," a spin-off series from The Product World. In this candid and honest conversation series, I sit down with tech industry professionals to delve into the real experiences and challenges they face.
For our first episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with my good friend G (Gresshaa), a Product Design Lead at Metropolis. With an impressive background at Apple, Uber, and Spotify, G brought a wealth of insights to our conversation.
We left no topic untouched as we discussed our career journeys, the personal impact of work, and the delicate balance between work and life. If you're seeking genuine transparency, a good dose of laughter, and a relatable perspective on the uphill battles of the tech industry, this episode is for you.
⭐️Interested in reaching out or learning more about G?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gresshaa/
⭐️Your host:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
In our May episode, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Kareem Mayan, the co-founder of Savio. Savio is an extraordinary product management platform that empowers SAAS teams to consolidate customer feedback and craft roadmaps based on solid evidence.
During our conversation, Kareem delved into his fascinating background, recounting his experiences in product management across diverse industries such as media and education. He shared the story of his transformation from working in corporate settings to becoming a multi-time founder.
One of the key highlights of our discussion was Kareem's remarkable product superpower: the art of active listening, skillfully asking thought-provoking questions, and truly understanding the needs of users. He shared his invaluable insights on how he hones this superpower to create exceptional products. Additionally, we dove into another fascinating aspect of Kareem's expertise—the ability to envision the future and develop innovative solutions to solve people's problems.
This conversation is an absolute must-listen for anyone interested in the path to becoming a tech founder. Don't miss out!
⭐️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Kareem?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kareem/
⭐️Your host:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
In our April episode of The Product World, I had an awesome chat with Jose Miguel Rady Allende, who is the Principal Product Manager Lead at Xbox Cloud Gaming. We talked about his impressive journey, going from working with teams in Azure and Cortana, and now finding his place at Xbox within Microsoft.
We also chatted about the differences between building consumer gaming technology and B2B software, which was super interesting. On top of that we also touched on some of the challenges Jose has faced in his career and how he's dealt with tough situations and setbacks.
If you're looking for some inspiration and motivation to help you with building products or advancing in your tech career, this episode is definitely worth checking out!
⭐️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Jose?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmrady/
⭐️Your host:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
In this episode, our guest Jeremee Peters, Group Product Manager at Cloudbeds, shares valuable insights on how to succeed as a PM and ramp up in the tech industry from a non-tech background.
Jeremee's journey from receiving her Bachelor’s at Harvard in Social Anthropology and Psychology to program management at Oracle to becoming a product manager is a testament to the fact that anyone can make the transition to a successful career in product management. We have a great time cracking jokes and sharing our experiences, including the challenges we faced while starting our careers.
Jeremee also offers tips on how to grow your career fast in product management, which include seeking out opportunities for learning, being open to feedback, and being comfortable with ambiguity. She also shares her tools for how to communicate and work effectively with global teams in a remote work environment, which is especially relevant in the current climate.
If you're interested in product management or just looking to gain insights into how to grow your career in the tech industry, then this episode is definitely for you! Tune in to learn from Jeremee's experiences and to get a fresh perspective on the world of product management.
⭐️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Jeremee?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremee-peters/
⭐️Your host:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
I had a completely unfiltered and honest one on one with my friend and product manager at Meta, the phenomenal Shally Banh. Shally shared her journey of transitioning from software engineer to product manager at Microsoft and described her experiences undergoing layoffs for the first time at Meta. No topic was off limits as Shally dived deep and opened up about her views staying true to her most authentic self, as usual. Truly a hilarious, no f**** given, candid, informative conversation that you don’t want to miss.
⭐️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Shally?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shallybanh/
⭐️Your host:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
In our special edition Thanksgiving episode of The Product World I had the pleasure of sitting down with my friend and brilliantly talented product designer, Lauren Lo. Lauren is a Senior Product Designer at Microsoft and one of my favorite people. She and I had a riveting conversation about the product designer role in tech, her design process to build delightful, impactful product, and how to cultivate a successful and strong product designer to product manager relationship that fosters the building of great product. An absolute must listen conversation with fire learnings and takeaways!
⭐️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Lauren?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenlo/
⭐️Your host:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
Had literally the best time chatting with Ben about his experiences leading product and engineering teams at Cloudbeds and Booking.com. This conversation was filled with so much great content running the gamut from how to successfully scale and build teams to effectively identifying and removing blockers to how to change culture. I learned so much that I can apply and improve in my day to day and this is definitely an episode you don't want to miss if you work on any team across industries. One of our best conversations yet!
⭐️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Ben?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bmouw/
⭐️Your host:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
Steve Teixeira, Chief Product Officer at Mozilla, shares his career journey and dives deep on how to build a successful career in product from figuring out what you’re passionate about to identifying valuable opportunities around you to building successful teams, culture, and jumping headfirst into the unknown. Prior to his move to Mozilla, Steve and I sat down for a riveting conversation where Steve shared valuable learnings and philosophies that have helped him forge lasting impact acting as the Director of Product at leading tech companies such as Microsoft, Meta (formerly Facebook), Twitter, and now Mozilla. Listen to this episode for skills and advice on how you too can cultivate and grow your career in product.
It was a pleasure sitting down with Ross Smith IV who is a Technical Program Manager at Meta and former Principal Product Manager Architect at Microsoft to discuss the difference between product managers and technical program managers, skills and tips that you can apply to your day to day as PMs and TPMs, and how to become a subject matter expert in your field to drive results for teams.
⭐️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Ross?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ross-smith-iv/
⭐️Your host:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
Join us for an informative conversation with Principal Product Manager Lead Ting Zhang on who are the different people product managers work with and how to effectively engage, drive, and mobilize teams for success. Ting started her career at Microsoft as an intern and went on to drive growth as a full time PM within Bing Ads before trying out the start up world at Flipp. Her learnings from Flipp helped her gain insight into another segment in tech prior to her returning to grow the Outlook mobile iOS and Android app at Microsoft from a nascent product to the #1 most popular, highly used mobile application within the whole company.
⭐️Interested in reaching out or learning more about Ting?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tizhang/
⭐️Follow Ting's bunny biscuitbabybunbun
https://instagram.com/biscuitbabybunbun?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
⭐️Your host:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norin-lavaee/
https://norinlavaee.me/
I had a great time sitting down to chat with Adam Barrus, a Principal Product Manager Lead at Microsoft. Adam started his career as a test engineer at Microsoft and then went on to build world class products across Xbox, Edge, Windows, and now Outlook. Join us as we discuss core PM skills focused on prioritization, scope, time management, building seamless user experiences, and common pitfalls to avoid when early in career.
Interested in learning more about Adam? https://www.linkedin.com/in/adambarrus/
Meet Adam's doggies Gohan & Chewie Doggerton! https://www.instagram.com/chewie_n_gohan/?hl=af