Product Therapy

In this episode, Christian Idiodi and fellow SVPG partner Lea Hickman go deep on stakeholder collaboration. They explain what a stakeholder is and exactly how to collaborate with them. Learn from real life examples and tactical advice for avoiding common pitfalls. - In this discussion we unpack: A practical definition or “stakeholder” How they can be enablers rather than barriers The importance of being proactive Why one-on-ones are better than group meetings How to navigate stakeholder-driven roadmaps - References: SVPG’s newest 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/ - Where to find SVPG: - Where to find Christian Idiodi: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cidiodi/ - Where to find Lea Hickman: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahickman/ - Timestamps: [00:01:15] Defining "stakeholder" (voice vs vote) [00:04:12] Example of identifying and engaging stakeholders [00:09:35] Example of stakeholders being enablers, not barriers [00:11:01] The importance of being proactive [00:13:21] Engaging via documents vs conversations [00:16:13] Why one-on-ones are better than group meetings [00:17:53] The value of engaging with the sales team [00:19:43] Navigating stakeholder-driven roadmaps [00:24:24] How to help stakeholders understand customer problems [00:27:14] The rule of improv in stakeholder engagement [00:28:23] Outro - 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/ - Production: Production by supermix.io

In this episode, Christian Idiodi and fellow SVPG partner, Martina Lauchengco, go deep on all things feedback. They discuss why feedback matters, how to give and receive it well, and how best practices change at different levels of a team hierarchy. Hear real examples of feedback conversations and actionable frameworks, phrases and tactics that you can use today. – In this discussion we unpack: How to give feedback to leaders How leaders can facilitate feedback The time and place to give feedback Real life examples of feedback conversations Actionable frameworks, phrases and tactics – References: Costanoa Ventures: ⁠https://costanoa.vc/⁠ Radical Candor: ⁠https://www.radicalcandor.com/⁠ Martina’s version of the SHARED feedback model: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/feedback-model-changed-my-life-martina-lauchengco-47o8c/⁠ – 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/⁠ – Where to find Christian Idiodi: LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/cidiodi/⁠ – Where to find Martina Lauchengco: LinkedIn:⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinalauchengco/⁠ – Timestamps: [00:46] Why feedback matters [02:55] What effective feedback sounds like [08:32] Actionable phrases, tools and tactics [11:56] How leaders can facilitate feedback [14:27] How to give feedback to seniors [18:57] The time and place to give feedback [20:07] How to give positive feedback [22:06] The coaching mindset [26:21] Outro – 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/ – Production: Production by ⁠supermix.io

In this episode, Christian Idiodi and fellow SVPG partner, Chris Jones, discuss imposter syndrome. They explain what imposter syndrome looks like, the different things it can signal, and how to coach yourself and others through it. Hear real stories about experiencing imposter syndrome and the proven tactics to help you overcome it.  - In today’s discussion, we unpack: What imposter syndrome looks like Why it can be a useful signal Chris and Christian’s experiences with imposter syndrome How to coach others through imposter syndrome Why and how to ask others for help - References: Coaching Imposter Syndrome, SVPG blog post: https://www.svpg.com/coaching-imposter-syndrome Lea Hickman on Coaching Trust:https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/product-therapy/id1738373011?i=100065739482 - 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/ - Where to find Christian Idiodi: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cidiodi/ - Where to find Chris Jones:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisjonessvpg/ - Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (00:48) What imposter syndrome looks and feels like (03:17) What is imposter syndrome really telling you? (04:15) How does it manifest? (06:20) Christian’s experience with imposter syndrome (10:02) Chris' experience with imposter syndrome (13:40) How to coach others through imposter syndrome (16:00) A hack for learning skills you're afraid of (18:40) Managing imposter syndrome as a leader  (21:42) Creating a culture of coaching (27:15) Anxiety of anticipation > anxiety of reality (28:05) Outro - 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/ - Production:Production by supermix.io

In this episode, Christian Idiodi and fellow SVPG partner, Jon Moore, discuss ethics. They explain why good ethics is good business, who owns ethics in a company, and how to escalate ethical concerns. Hear real stories about complex ethical scenarios and practical advice for navigating these challenges in the workplace. - In today’s discussion, we unpack: The role of ethics in product development Who “owns” ethics at companies What to do when you notice something unethical The link between ethics, diversity and psychological safety The ethical landscape surrounding generative AI - References: Coaching Ethics: https://www.svpg.com/coaching-ethics/ Radhika Dutt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhika-dutt/ Rob Chestnut, ex-Chief Ethics Officer at Airbnb: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robchesnut/ UK ministers considering ban on smartphone sales to under-16s: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/10/uk-ministers-considering-banning-sale-of-smartphones-to-under-16s - 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/ - Where to find Christian Idiodi: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cidiodi/ - Where to find Jon: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathonmoore - Timestamps: [00:00:00] Intro [00:01:11] The role of ethics in technology development [00:05:00] Who owns ethical questions within companies? [00:09:38] A challenging ethical scenario [00:13:38] Why good ethics is good business [00:18:56] The ethical landscape surrounding generative AI [00:21:30] Who owns the ethical responsibility in AI? [00:24:20] The importance of diversity [00:26:51] Ethics reflection exercise [00:27:52] Outro - 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/ - Production: Production by supermix.io