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190. Untrapping Product Teams w/David Pereria
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190. Untrapping Product Teams w/David Pereria

Kevin Gentry welcomes back David Pereira, who shares insights about his new book Untrapping Product Teams. They delve into David's journey from a software engineer in Brazil to a leadership role in Germany, touching on his experiences and learnings in product management. David discusses the core themes of his book, including facing reality, overcoming dangerous traps, and remaining untrapped. He also shares practical advice on writing, leadership, and team management, offering valuable perspectives for product leaders and managers.

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Timeline:

  • 00:00 Introduction & Welcome

  • 01:07 David Pereira's Background

  • 01:54 Introduction to the Book: Untrapping Product Teams

  • 03:56 The Writing Journey

  • 15:10 Collaborative vs. Coordinative Work

  • 20:51 Investing in Capital Projects

  • 21:25 Driving Change in a Startup

  • 21:50 Evaluating Team Performance

  • 22:53 Experimenting with Outcome-Focused Teams

  • 23:41 Overcoming the Interest Trap

  • 24:33 The Ingredients of Product Management

  • 26:58 Learning from Top Restaurants

  • 29:06 Adapting Strategies for Success

  • 30:47 Remaining Untrapped with Health Checks

  • 35:08 Leadership and Hard Decisions

  • 38:56 Practical Homework for Listeners

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