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104: Managing Multiple Product Teams
FromHow To Succeed In Product Management | Jeffrey Shulman, Red Russak & Soumeya Benghanem
104: Managing Multiple Product Teams
FromHow To Succeed In Product Management | Jeffrey Shulman, Red Russak & Soumeya Benghanem
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Length:
53 minutes
Released:
Nov 15, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Learn from two Executives in Residence in The Product Management Center’s Elevate program (https://elevate.info.foster.uw.edu/) as they share stories and lessons from managing multiple product teams.
In this episode of the How to Succeed in Product Management Podcast, marketing professor Jeff Shulman and The Product Management Center advisory board member Red Russak welcome John Yurcisin (Change.org) and Leslie Grandy to talk about managing multiple product teams.Managing multiple product teams requires skillful coordination and guidance, aligning efforts toward shared goals. It involves constant communication, task management, and ensuring each team aligns with the broader objectives. It's akin to conducting an orchestra, harmonizing diverse efforts toward a unified outcome. Mastering this skill empowers PMs to navigate complexities and maintain a cohesive vision across projects, ensuring success in product development and delivery.
Disclaimer: All opinions of the speakers are their own.
What to Listen For:
00:00 Intro
04:01 Managing Multiple Teams
06:25 Unifying Teams through Shared Strategy
08:33 What is Unique About Managing and Leading Product Teams?
09:45 Challenges in Managing Multiple Teams
14:29 Stakeholder Management
21:58 What Is It Like To Manage Multiple Product Teams Daily
25:40 Elevate: Workshop for Product Managers
28:52 How Product Managers Stay Informed and Relevant
36:33 Strategies for Organizational Structures
39:51 Managing External Product Teams
44:06 Overcoming Daily Challenges in Managing Multiple Product Teams
49:05 Final Thoughts
In this episode of the How to Succeed in Product Management Podcast, marketing professor Jeff Shulman and The Product Management Center advisory board member Red Russak welcome John Yurcisin (Change.org) and Leslie Grandy to talk about managing multiple product teams.Managing multiple product teams requires skillful coordination and guidance, aligning efforts toward shared goals. It involves constant communication, task management, and ensuring each team aligns with the broader objectives. It's akin to conducting an orchestra, harmonizing diverse efforts toward a unified outcome. Mastering this skill empowers PMs to navigate complexities and maintain a cohesive vision across projects, ensuring success in product development and delivery.
Disclaimer: All opinions of the speakers are their own.
What to Listen For:
00:00 Intro
04:01 Managing Multiple Teams
06:25 Unifying Teams through Shared Strategy
08:33 What is Unique About Managing and Leading Product Teams?
09:45 Challenges in Managing Multiple Teams
14:29 Stakeholder Management
21:58 What Is It Like To Manage Multiple Product Teams Daily
25:40 Elevate: Workshop for Product Managers
28:52 How Product Managers Stay Informed and Relevant
36:33 Strategies for Organizational Structures
39:51 Managing External Product Teams
44:06 Overcoming Daily Challenges in Managing Multiple Product Teams
49:05 Final Thoughts
Released:
Nov 15, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
1: The Different Styles of Decision-Making: Today, in the How to Succeed in Product Management Podcast; Jeff, Red, and Soumeya welcome a panel of experts on Product Management to discuss the importance of decision-making in the success of any product. The panel of experts, known and respected in t... by How To Succeed In Product Management | Jeffrey Shulman, Red Russak & Soumeya Benghanem