In this episode of The Product Handbook, we explore how to run sprint retrospectives that actually drive improvement — not just another round of “what went well, what didn’t.”
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If your retrospectives have ever felt repetitive or uninspiring, this episode gives you the tools to turn them into energizing sessions that build trust, alignment, and continuous improvement.
In this episode of The Product Handbook, we dive into the pre-mortem — a proactive exercise where teams imagine a project has already failed and then work backward to uncover why.
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If you’ve ever wished you could spot problems before they derail a launch, this episode shows how to use pre-mortems to stress-test your plans — and dramatically improve your odds of success.
In this episode of The Product Handbook, we explore how product managers can run post-mortems that actually drive learning and improvement — without the blame game.
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If you’ve ever wrapped a project or release and thought, “We should’ve learned more from this,” this episode gives you the framework to make post-mortems a habit that strengthens your team and your product.
In this episode of The Product Handbook, we explore how APIs have evolved from technical connectors to full-fledged products — and what it takes to manage them successfully.
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If you’ve ever wondered how APIs shape modern products, or what it means to manage one like a product manager, this episode connects the dots — from endpoints to ecosystems.
In this episode of The Product Handbook, we look at how product teams can brainstorm effectively — moving beyond sticky notes and chaos to structured, creative problem-solving.
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If your brainstorming sessions have ever felt like noisy idea dumps with no clear results, this episode shows you how to bring structure, creativity, and focus to your team’s innovation process.
In this episode of The Product Handbook, we explore how product managers can navigate tough conversations with engineers and designers — the kind that can make or break collaboration.
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If you’ve ever walked into a meeting knowing it might get uncomfortable, this episode gives you the tools to manage conflict constructively and strengthen your partnerships instead of straining them.
In this episode of The Product Handbook, we break down the concept of technical debt — what it is, why it matters, and how product managers can handle it without drowning in metaphors.
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If you’ve ever struggled to defend refactoring or tech investment on your roadmap, this episode gives you the language and tools to make technical debt a visible, manageable part of your product strategy.
In this episode of The Product Handbook, we unpack what really happens to products — and the product managers who build them — during mergers and acquisitions.
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If you’ve ever wondered what an acquisition means for your roadmap, your team, or your role, this episode gives you the inside view of how products survive — or sometimes don’t — when companies come together.
In this episode of The Product Handbook, we dive into the psychology of pricing — and how small tweaks can change the way customers perceive value.
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If you’ve ever wondered why a subscription suddenly feels like a bargain or why one menu item makes the rest look affordable, this episode unpacks the frameworks and tactics behind pricing that sells.
In this episode of Frameworks, Stories & Strategy, we break down the core unit economics every product manager should understand — Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC), Customer Lifetime Value (CLV), and payback period.
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If you’ve ever wanted to connect product decisions to the bigger business picture — or speak the same language as investors and execs — this episode gives you the financial foundations to do it with confidence.
In this episode of Frameworks, Stories & Strategy, we dig into the strategies and metrics that keep customers coming back — and why retention often matters more than acquisition for long-term growth.
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If you’ve ever wondered why some products quietly grow while others constantly chase new users, this episode shows how retention-focused strategy can turn customers into long-term advocates.
In this episode of Frameworks, Stories & Strategy, we explore how to lead and inspire without relying on a formal title — a must-have skill for every product manager.
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If you’ve ever felt the challenge of driving outcomes without direct authority, this episode gives you the mindset and tools to lead through influence, not hierarchy.
In this episode of Frameworks, Stories & Strategy, we unpack how to approach the product manager interview with clarity and confidence — starting with the STAR method for storytelling.
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If you’re preparing for a PM interview — or want to level up your storytelling skills in general — this episode gives you a repeatable framework to present your experiences with confidence.
In this episode of Frameworks, Stories & Strategy, we break down user story mapping — a visual, collaborative technique for aligning teams and building products from the user’s perspective.
If you’ve ever had a backlog so long it felt like a graveyard of ideas, story mapping can help you see the big picture — and ship what actually matters.
In this episode of Frameworks, Stories & Strategy, we explore how AI is changing the way product managers approach continuous discovery — and why human empathy is still the ultimate competitive advantage.
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If you want to work faster without losing sight of your users, this episode shows how to make AI your partner in discovery — while keeping human connection at the heart of your product.
In this episode of Frameworks, Stories & Strategy, we look at how AI is reshaping product management — and why side projects are becoming a career superpower for PMs.
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If you’ve been curious about building something on the side or using AI to speed up your work, this episode gives you the mindset, tools, and inspiration to start now.
In this episode of Frameworks, Stories & Strategy, we explore the two major phases of product growth — creating something new and scaling it to reach its full potential.
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Whether you’re launching your first product or scaling an established one, this episode gives you the mental models to navigate growth without losing momentum.
In this episode of Frameworks, Stories & Strategy, we explore how to create a product manager portfolio that not only showcases your work but also helps you grow your skills and land your next role.
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Whether you’re breaking into product management or leveling up for a senior role, this episode gives you the tools to tell your professional story with clarity and confidence.
In this episode of Frameworks, Stories & Strategy, we break down how to approach the product management case study interview — and walk in ready to impress.
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If you’ve got a PM interview on the horizon — or just want to sharpen your problem-solving skills — this episode gives you the strategies to navigate the case study with confidence and clarity.
In this episode of Frameworks, Stories & Strategy, we explore what “product sense” really means — and how to develop it as a skill you can use in your day-to-day work and in interviews.
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Whether you’re building your skills for a big interview or aiming to make better calls in your current role, this episode gives you the mindset and habits to grow true product intuition.
