Method + Madness of Product

Join Manny and Steph, seasoned Product Manager professionals, on an enlightening journey to excel in your Product Manager job interviews. This captivating podcast unveils the strategies and insider knowledge essential to secure that sought-after position. Gain valuable insights from our extensive experience as we delve into crafting compelling responses and mastering case interviews. Navigate the nuances of the interview process with us, making this podcast your ultimate resource for building the confidence and expertise necessary to shine in a competitive job market. Tune in to let Manny and Steph be your guides, empowering you to overcome challenges and secure your dream Product Manager role.

Embark on a profound exploration of the art of prioritizing and mastering making tough decisions in Product Management with hosts Manny and Steph, accomplished veterans in the field. In this insightful Spotify podcast, delve into the nuanced strategies and intricate dynamics that define a Product Manager's journey. Leveraging their wealth of experience, Manny and Steph share actionable insights and strategic methods, empowering you to navigate the complex realm of Product Management with newfound confidence and expertise. Join us for a transformative voyage into the heart of prioritization and decision-making, emerging as a more adept and resolute Product Manager.

Embark on a riveting exploration of the Product Management domain with seasoned professionals Manny and Steph in this engaging Spotify podcast. Delve into the myriad advantages of this pivotal role, from shaping innovative products to witnessing your vision materialize. Gain strategic wisdom on navigating the delicate balance between user satisfaction, business goals, and technological feasibility. Yet, be prepared to grapple with the challenges, including managing diverse stakeholder expectations and navigating the ever-evolving tech landscape. Join us for a deep dive into the exhilarating pros and the thought-provoking cons of the Product Management space, leaving you well-equipped to thrive in this dynamic field.

Dive deep into the unspoken truths of Product Management with hosts Manny and Steph, two seasoned professionals in the field. In this illuminating Spotify podcast, uncover the hidden facets and intricate dynamics that define the role of a PM. With their wealth of experience, Manny and Steph provide practical, actionable insights and strategic wisdom, empowering you to navigate the intricate world of Product Management with newfound confidence and expertise. Tune in for an enriching exploration of the profession's nuances and responsibilities, and emerge as a more informed and capable Product Manager.

Join Manny & Steph, seasoned Product Management professionals, as they dissect the nuanced roles and responsibilities of PMs. On this informative podcast, gain practical insights and strategic wisdom to navigate the world of Product Management with confidence and expertise

We've touched on a lot of relevant topics in Season 1. As we wrap up our Season 2, we want to recap the highlights of both seasons. Join us as we backtrack the best and most insightful episodes. If you're new in our podcast community, this episode will give you a glimpse on how we can help you succeed and thrive in the product space!

We all have our fair share of retro meetings where we sit for hours with our team looking back on our projects, reflecting, evaluating and answering the three golden questions: “What went well?” “What didn’t go as well?” “What can we do differently/better?”  Retro is crucial to assess the best practices and rooms for improvement. However, when a retro is done poorly, it can negatively impact the confidence, dynamics, and eventually, performance of the team . This is why it is also significant that we retro our retros. Join Staci and Manny as they uncover ways on how you can optimize and maximize your retro methods. 

Do you work in a lean team with heavy workload? Most likely you're in a Skeleton-Crew-Operation. This type of setup is practised during the holidays and emergency situations like the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown to keep business operations going. Join Staci & Manny as they talk about ways on how to maximize this work setup while minimizing burnout in your team.

We tend to focus more on helping underperformers that we  often neglect the high performers of our teams. We often assume they don't need to be supervised and supported given their outstanding performances.  However, studies have shown that they too need guidance in order to continue growing. In this episode, join our hosts and our special guest speaker, Chris Butler, a seasoned product manager himself, as they discuss the different ways on how you can lead and manage your star performers. 

No one wants to fail but if we do, we always have the option to either just give up or bounce back wiser and stronger. Join Staci and Manny in this episode to learn ways on how to leverage on your setbacks to iterate and succeed faster.