In this episode, Christian Idiodi sits down with SVPG partner Chris Jones to unpack some of the most misunderstood ideas in product. Learn how to move beyond surface-level thinking and refine the mindsets, dynamics, and team structures required for exceptional product work.
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Today’s discussion unpacks:
Why the best product ideas often come from engineers
What people get wrong about the role of design
The hidden cost of hiring for domain expertise
Why product managers shouldn’t give customers exactly what they ask for
What “true collaboration” looks like in great product teams
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References:
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Where to find SVPG:
SVPG’s new book, TRANSFORMED: https://www.svpg.com/books/transformed-moving-to-the-product-operating-model/
Other books: https://www.svpg.com/books/
Articles: https://www.svpg.com/articles/
Workshops: https://www.svpg.com/
Videos: https://www.svpg.com/videos/
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Where to find Christian Idiodi:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cidiodi/
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Where to find Chris Jones:
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Why product managers shouldn’t own the “what” alone
(03:40) True collaboration starts in the “huddle”
(06:08) Why the best product ideas often come from engineers
(07:35) Debunking the “design is downstream” myth
(09:55) Design as a discovery role
(13:07) Why domain expertise can lead to domain dogma
(15:57) Learning the domain on the job
(18:46) Why customers don’t always know what they want
(22:10) Managing feature requests and “specials”
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Disclaimer:
While this podcast is named “Product Therapy”, it is not hosted by licensed therapists or mental health professionals, and it is in no way a substitute for professional mental health services. We recognize the importance of mental well-being and encourage anyone facing personal difficulties to seek support from qualified professionals. See https://findahelpline.com/
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Production:
Production by supermix.io
