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Adventures in GrowthE13 | Succeeding in Product Marketing and FinTech with Ed Lin | Former Head of Global Product Marketing for Payments and Point of Sale at Square, First Marketing Hire at AffirmJoin us as we chat with Ed Lin, former head of global product marketing for payments and point of sale at Square, to unearth the nuances of product marketing in the fast-paced world of FinTech. Listen in as Ed shares his unique journey from finance to tech leadership, providing an inside look at how product marketing serves as the critical link between customer insights and successful go-to-market strategies. Whether you're a budding marketer or an experienced leader, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge on how product marketing shapes the development, launch, and growth phases of a product, playing...2024-01-051h 04Adventures in GrowthE12 | Unlocking Leadership Coaching Secrets and Redefining Success with Prakash Raman | Executive Coach, Executive Development at LinkedinWouldn't it be refreshing to discover a path to inner peace amidst the relentless pursuit of success? Join us as we explore this intriguing concept with our esteemed guest, Prakash Raman, a high-performance coach to Silicon Valley's top CEOs and executives. Prakash shares his unconventional journey into the realm of executive coaching, revealing how he guides his clients towards inner tranquility while fueling their ambition. Engage with us as we delve into the distinctions between a coach, mentor, and manager, crucial skills such as effective listening, and the profound impact of seeing the goodness in people.As...2023-12-1558 minAdventures in GrowthEP 11 | Shattering Sales Myths: A Deep Dive into Revenue Operations with Todd Rode | Xevant, Stratasan, MarsCan you imagine a world where every department in a company is seamlessly working together to drive revenue? This episode explores that fascinating possibility with our guest, RevOps expert Todd Rode, who reveals the crucial role of RevOps in unifying every aspect of the customer journey. Todd peels back the curtain on the intricate relationship between RevOps and traditional sales, and the potential future of corporate operations. He also shares insights on how RevOps leaders can cultivate operational efficiency and foster a culture of servant leadership. Ever thought about treating your career like an athlete treats their...2023-11-301h 07Adventures in GrowthEP 10 | From Product Leader to Startup Founder With Stephanie Dorsey | Capital One, Metric Collective, Margins CapitalGet ready to join me on an exciting journey with Stephanie Dorsey, the founder and CEO of Margin's Capital. Listen in as she recounts her compelling journey from Chief Product Officer to startup executive. Stephanie unveils the origin story of Margin's Capital, the motivation behind her leap into executive leadership, and her innovative approach to product team management. She shares valuable insights on leadership principles and how to evaluate new hires, emphasizing the need for prioritization, psychological safety, and the construction of trusted alliances.Venture further with Stephanie as she unravels her groundbreaking strategy to democratize investing...2023-11-091h 07Adventures in GrowthEp 9 | Tales from a Successful COO, Kieran Luke | Lunchbox, General Assembly, BCGImagine taking the leap from a secure job to a roller coaster ride of a startup; would you have the guts to do it? If you're someone mulling over a career transition or a tech enthusiast itching to navigate the startup terrain, this episode is a treasure trove of insights. Our guest today is Kieran Luke, the accomplished COO at FoodTech Lunchbox. Kieran opens up about his unique career journey, the lessons he learned in the C-suite, and much more.We're unraveling Kieran's transition from consulting to tech, the value of networking, and the influence of mentors...2023-10-261h 06Adventures in GrowthEp8 | Launching Cities at Uber, Creative Problem Solving & Innovating Quickly | Leandre Johns (COO at Flowhub, early GM at Uber)This week, we’re speaking with Leandre Johns, Chief Operating Officer at cannabis tech startup Flowhub, and previously an early General Manager at Uber. In keeping with the spirit of Adventures in Growth, Leandre charted his course to tech leadership via a non-traditional route, working in cancer research, prior to attaining an MBA at the Kellogg School of Management. Shortly after graduation, Leandre joined Uber to launch and manage the Dallas market as one of the first city GMs outside of the regional headquarters. He later worked in the public policy and vertical takeoff and landing vehicles divisions at Ube...2023-10-121h 25Adventures in GrowthEp7 | From HYPR to Inspire: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Gil Eyal - Founder, Operator, InvestorJoin us on this episode of the Adventures in Growth podcast where we had the pleasure of conversing with Gil Eyal, founder and former CEO of Hypr. Listen in as we discuss the challenging world of startups, the impact of the tech sector downturn, and the constantly evolving property market. Gil offers insights from his journey to tech leadership, the complexities of navigating the market, and the importance of fostering a positive culture within your company. Experience the real and raw truth of being a CEO as Gil shares his experience dealing with influencers, brands, and managing...2023-09-281h 14Adventures in GrowthEp6 | Mastering Biz Dev & Networking: Insights from Kelsey Recht - Founder, Investor and AdvisorIn this episode, dive deep into the highs and lows of founder life. Discover the pivotal role of networking, the secrets to successful relationship building and biz dev, and gain invaluable insights for thriving in the dynamic tech entrepreneurship landscape.(0:00:08) - Sales and Networking in Tech StartupsKelsey shares secrets to success for leading business development, emphasizing sales, networking, customer feedback, and early-stage employees.(0:10:15) - Ideal Sales Hire for Early-Stage StartupKelsey shares her experience hiring a salesperson for her early-stage startup VenueBook, discussing growth mindset, responding to objections, and customer...2023-09-141h 12Adventures in GrowthEp5 | A CMO's Insight into Marketing, Leadership and Careers | Bryan Law (ZoomInfo, Salesforce, Google)This week, we’re speaking with Bryan Law, the Chief Marketing Officer at ZoomInfo. In keeping with the spirit of Adventures in Growth, Bryan has arrived via the road less traveled, including a stint in HR consulting and extensive international experience.After obtaining his MBA from the Kellogg School of Management, Bryan assumed Leadership positions at Salesforce, Google, and Tableau, setting him up for success leading marketing at a multi-billion dollar company. In this episode, we discuss the value of pattern recognition, the importance of brand psychology, and approach to developing the right mind...2023-08-3157 minAdventures in GrowthEp4 | Unlocking Success in Product Management | Mads Johnsen (LinkedIn/Uber/Calm/McKinsey)This week, we’re speaking with Mads Johnsen, the former Chief Product Officer at Calm. In keeping with the spirit of Adventures in Growth, Mads charted his course to tech leadership via a non-traditional route, working as a software engineer at Nokia before obtaining his MBA at the Kellogg School of Management. After grad school, Mads worked as a consultant at McKinsey, and held product leadership roles at Linkedin and Uber before joining Calm. In this episode, we talk about the impact of AI, the tradeoffs between specializing and retaining professional optionality, PM archetypes, and hiring from non-tech backgrounds. Ma...2023-08-171h 07Adventures in GrowthEp3 | The Power of Mentorship & Coaching in Talent Development | Jenn Yee (HelloFresh/HR Consulting/Founding Partner)In this episode of Adventures in Growth, we interview Jenn Yee, a writer, comedian, and expert in learning and development. We discuss the distinction between mentorship and coaching, the importance of talent in organizations, and the impact of HR on business success. Jenn shares her insights on how to build an engaged and productive workforce and challenges traditional definitions of success.Subscribe for free to receive updates, insights, and adventure from the next generation of tech leaders at http://www.adventuresingrowth.co/Timestamp:(0:00:00) - Mentorship and Coaching in Leadership DevelopmentJenn...2023-07-311h 05Adventures in GrowthEp2 | From Marine Corps Officer to Tech Leader | Mauro Mujica-Parodi (Salesforce, Narrative Science, McKinsey)Mauro Mujica Parodi, VP of Product Management at Salesforce, shares his insights on a range of topics including generative AI, leadership, and building trust within a team. He emphasizes the importance of creating great products, putting the unit first, and finding the right balance between hard work and smart work. Mauro also highlights the role of luck in success and the value of hiring adaptable individuals.Subscribe for free to receive updates, insights, and adventure from the next generation of tech leaders at http://www.adventuresingrowth.co/Timestamp:(0:00:00) - Generative AI and Creating...2023-07-291h 00Adventures in GrowthEp1 | Adventures in Growth Podcast Intro | Hosts: Dan James & Andy HungIn the first episode of the Adventures in Growth podcast, hosts Dan James and Andy Hung introduce themselves and share their motivations for creating the show. They discuss their personal journeys into the tech industry and the inspiration behind their desire to share the stories of exceptional founders and leaders in startups and tech. The episode sets the stage for future conversations about building careers, leading teams, and designing a fulfilling life in the tech industry.About Dan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielhjames/Dan is a product leader and entrepreneur, who has built and...2023-07-2719 min
Total Movie RecallTMR 054 – Kung Fu Cult Master This week on Total Movie Recall, Steve and Ryan discover that there’s actually an antidote to getting punched really, really hard. The cultural divide proves too much for Ryan in this wild, fantastic, hallucinatory Kung Fu epic of many names. The story is incomprehensible, the fights are nonsensical, but Steve still finds it defensible, while Ryan finds the editing reprehensible. There’s no reason for this rhyme. Kung Fu Cult Master (1993) d. Jing Wong, Sammo Kam-Bo Hung Starring: Jet Li Man Cheung Chingmy Yau Set...2021-01-181h 39
The Steebee Weebee ShowWilliam Hung on The Steebee Weebee ShowWilliam Hung joins The Steebee Weebee Show(ZOOM EDITIONS) for the 1st time!!We talk about: his experience being on American Idol, how he got into motivational speaking, working with the livestream company-Livit, advice for up and coming "unsung heroes", his work with CELEB(celebrity video messages), and much more !!!Go to: https://www.youtube.com/steebeeweebee to watch.
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