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Product Thinking

A podcast with a fresh perspective about the best in product thinking. From product management and UX design to psychology and philosophy. How can we bring it all together to make life, our products, and our user experiences better.

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13:04

Building A StoryBrand: Book Review

Product Thinking ·

2022/03/29

This month we’re reviewing the book Building A StoryBrand by Donald Miller. It’s a relatively short book about using stories, and the elements of good storytelling, to create messages that will help our customers understand our products and services so we can help solve their problems.Links:Book: Building A StoryBrand Don't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccTwitter: @kylelarryevans and @producthinkingWeekly newsletter: Building a StoryBrand: Book ReviewOr just want to leave a tip:

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10:44

Processes Shouldn't Be Ends

Product Thinking ·

2022/03/15

Good processes can help us be more efficient and lead to good outcomes. But we shouldn’t be slaves to our processes. We should consistently evaluate them and ensure that they are leading us to the right outcomes. LinksDon't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccTwitter: @kylelarryevans and @producthinkingWeekly newsletter: Processes Shouldn't Be EndsOr just want to leave a tip: buy me a coffee?Check out our Product by Design podcast ★ Support this podcast ★

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14:28

The Scout Mindset: Book Review

Product Thinking ·

2022/03/01

The Scout Mindset was a splendid book about what it takes to see the world as it is rather than how we’d like it to be. The scout mindset mirrors the product mindset in so many ways—being endlessly curious, constantly updating our outlook and views with the latest information, and avoiding bias. None of us is perfect. We can all improve how we approach our work and our lives, and this book has many tips on how to do just that. And as we improve little by little, we can see more clearly, be

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13:45

Optimizing for Teams Rather Than Management

Product Thinking ·

2022/02/08

It is the height of laziness for managers to think that the teams they manage exist to make the job of the manager easier. Whether you manage a single team or an entire company of teams, it is not their job to make your job easy. It is their job to solve customer and business problems, and deliver solutions. Your job is to help them make that happen.Don't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccWeekly newsletter: Optimizing for Teams Rather Than ManagementOr just want to leave a tip: buy

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14:58

Arriving Today: Book Review

Product Thinking ·

2022/01/25

This month we take a look at Arriving Today by Christopher Mims. It is an excellent deep-dive into our supply chain. Getting items from factories to our door is massively complex, and understanding the process feels like it is only going to get more important.Book: Arriving TodayDon't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccWeekly newsletter: Arriving Today: Book ReviewOr just want to leave a tip: buy me a coffee? ★ Support this podcast ★

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17:45

Take Home Interview Assignments: 6 Tips for Managers...

Product Thinking ·

2022/01/11

As managers, take home work can be a powerful tool to understand potential candidates. As candidates, take home assignments can give you more flexibility and an opportunity to go deeper into certain skills you have.But for take home assignments to be effective interview tools, they need to be structured correctly. Assignments should add meaningfully to the discussion and process, not detract from it or become too onerous. But with a few key tips, we can all make the most of our time, our

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12:05

My Top 10 Books From 2021

Product Thinking ·

2021/12/28

It’s that time again — the end of the year. A time to look back on the good and the bad, and create lists. I enjoyed a variety of books this year, many of which came from lists like this one. So I try to pay it forward by giving you some of my favorite reads from the year.Don't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccWeekly newsletter: My Top 10 Books of 2021Or just want to leave a tip: buy me a coffee? ★ Support this podcast ★

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13:25

The Importance of Product Strategy: Without Vision...

Product Thinking ·

2021/12/14

Having a good product vision and strategy is critical to building and shipping good products, and staying viable as an organization. But it is incredibly difficult to do. That’s probably why most companies and product organizations don’t have one. And why many product teams and leaders fail when creating one. But we can overcome the hurdles to create the right direction for our products. Don't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccWeekly newsletter: The Importance of Product StrategyOr

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14:12

The Alchemy of Us: Book Review

Product Thinking ·

2021/11/30

The Alchemy of Us was a fascinating read, with marvellous stories about innovation and technology, and how we’ve both created new inventions and have been shaped by those inventions. As professionals and technologists, it is our responsibility to think through the implications of what we’re creating, and to fix many of the problems that have come before. Book: Alchemy of UsDon't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccWeekly newsletter: The Alchemy of Us: Book ReviewOr just want to leave a

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9:07

Long Reads: Rethinking History, Remote Work, And...

Product Thinking ·

2021/11/23

It’s Thanksgiving in the U.S. this week, which means many of us will be taking time off of work for several days to eat too much, spend time with family, or otherwise relax, myself included. Though it’s hard to believe we’re approaching the end of the year again already. So while you’re taking a break (or working, whatever the case may be), here are some interesting reads to keep you occupied. And we’ll be back next week with this month’s book review. Don't forget to subscribe at

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15:23

Learning from Zillow - Lack of Focus and Long-Term...

Product Thinking ·

2021/11/09

I personally won’t be losing any sleep over Zillow failing at house flipping. But there are several lessons we can learn from their failure. To create great businesses and great products, we have to focus, think long-term, and understand it’s as much art as science. Don't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccWeekly newsletter: Learning from ZillowOr just want to leave a tip: buy me a coffee? ★ Support this podcast ★

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17:09

Everybody Lies: Using Data to Better Understand...

Product Thinking ·

2021/10/26

This month we are reviewing the book Everybody Lies: Big Data, New Data, and What the Internet Can Tell Us About Who We Really Are by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz. In order to truly understand people, their problems, and ultimately our society, we have to use qualitative and quantitative data effectively. We have to cut through the noise and the lies we tell ourselves and each other, and get to the truth. Book: Everybody LiesDon't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccWeekly newsletter:

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18:38

Product Discovery Interviews: A Guide and Framework...

Product Thinking ·

2021/10/12

Product discovery is critical for building excellent products. And doing good product discovery interviews is critical for good product discovery. To do that, you need to understand your goals, create a plan, talk to your customers, and share what you’ve learned in order to improve your future discussions and ultimately the solutions you offer. Don't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccWeekly newsletter: Product Discovery InterviewsOr just want to leave a tip: buy me a coffee? ★

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16:18

The Mom Test: Book Review

Product Thinking ·

2021/09/29

Understanding our users and our customers is critical for the success of our businesses and products. The best way to do this is to actually talk to them. Not to pitch them or sell them, but to understand their problems and needs and how they are trying to solve these things. Once we develop this understanding and empathy, we can create the best products and experiences.Book:The Mom TestDon't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccWeekly newsletter: The Mom Test: Book ReviewOr just want

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18:46

Supply Chains, Shortages, Monopolies & More

Product Thinking ·

2021/09/21

This week I’m highlighting some interesting articles and podcasts that I’ve been reading and thinking about. A little different than our normal format, but lots of good content, including food shortages, labor shortages, wage shortages, Apple's monopoly and the paradox of choice. Don't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccWeekly newsletter: Supply Chains, Shortages, Monopolies & MoreOr just want to leave a tip: buy me a coffee? ★ Support this podcast ★

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12:17

Understanding the Problem:

Product Thinking ·

2021/09/07

We have to ask questions, probe, and get to the core before we can create solutions. If we try to add water without addressing the real problem, we may create temporary fixes, but they won’t be long-term solutions. And we’ll end up spinning our wheels again and again. So rather than stopping with the superficial, get to the heart of the problems with your users and your customers. Understand why they have a problem, what they are trying to accomplish, and what outcomes they are trying to

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18:56

Ultralearning: Book Review

Product Thinking ·

2021/08/24

Ultralearning is a strategy for aggressive, self-directed learning. This book helps create a framework for learning new skills quickly and effectively. It is not only possible, but necessary for our rapidly changing world. Book:Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your CareerDon't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccWeekly newsletter: Ultralearning: Book ReviewOr just want to leave a tip: buy me a coffee? ★ Support this podcast ★

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15:23

Ownership and Accountability

Product Thinking ·

2021/08/10

Having true ownership of products, features, metrics, and outcomes ensures that someone cares about those things, can focus the right attention on them, and can ultimately drive their success. If there isn’t ownership, there can’t be success. Watching teams, whether professional sports teams or product development teams, without ownership and accountability is always disheartening. They don’t win like they should be able to. But with real ownership, asking tough questions, and holding

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13:35

Creative Selection: Book Review

Product Thinking ·

2021/07/27

This month we review Creative Selection: Inside Apple's Design Process During the Golden Age of Steve Jobs. We take a look at some of the insights and lessons from how Apple developed Safari and the keyboards for the iPhone and the iPad. And whether to add the book to your reading list.Book: Creative SelectionDon't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccWeekly newsletter: Creative Selection: Book ReviewOr just want to leave a tip: buy me a coffee? ★ Support this podcast ★

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14:08

Killing Features: The Art of Persisting Versus Ending...

Product Thinking ·

2021/07/20

There isn’t a science behind sticking with a feature versus killing it. There isn’t a formula or definitive playbook for this. Which is why it is so difficult. Which is why product is so difficult. It is as much art as it is science. It comes down to the goal, the metrics, the timeline, and good judgement. In this episode, we look at Twitter's decision to kill Fleets and analyze the various factors. Don't forget to subscribe at productthinking.ccWeekly newsletter: Killing Features: The Art

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