Join Dr. Nancy Li on the Product Insider podcast as she interviews Rob Leathern, former VP of Product at Google and founder of Trust2.ai, who shares essential strategies for building trust within cross-functional teams. Trust is pivotal for product managers, who often act as the linchpin in collaborative efforts. Rob provides actionable insights from his extensive experience at tech giants like Google and Facebook. Discover how to effectively build and maintain trust, whether in startups or large corporations, to facilitate better decision-making and teamwork. Rob Leathern's background in leading privacy and security at Google and his work on business integrity at Facebook equip him with unique perspectives on aligning diverse teams and managing remote work dynamics. Tune in to learn from Rob’s practical experiences and examples, making this episode a crucial listen for those aiming to enhance their leadership skills in any tech environment. 2:15 Introduction of Rob  8:20  what do product managers actually do    10:15 Why is it so hard to build trust as a product manager  11:57 Real life challenges a product manager at FAANG+ companies face  15:45 Building trust in a remote environment  19:50 How to implement feedback systems within and across the team  23:20 How to manage feedback  27:20 How often should you give feedback 30:10 Do you think the future of Google is going to be imapacted by the rise of AI?  30:25 Will Google be affected by open AI like ChatGPT 32:26 Do you think the trend of AI is similar to 3  37:30 How do you become an AI product manager? 39:30 Big companies vs small startups 42:57 Opinion regarding investing in themselves Follow Rob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leathern/ Follow Rob on X: @robleathern Rate, Review, and Follow "I love Dr. Nancy Li and the Product Insider Podcast"! If this sounds like you, please give us a five-star review. This helps me impact many product managers -- just like you -- we together create products to impact millions of people's lives! Click the home page of Product Insider and scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write A Review". Make sure to tell us what you like the most about the podcast or episode. Remember to subscribe to the podcast, so that you won't miss our weekly product insider secrets!

Have you ever felt like an imposter in your career, only to realize later that you had what it takes to lead? In this must-listen episode of the Product Insider podcast, we welcome Lupin Campos, a dynamic leader in product management with a rich background in tech and entrepreneurship. Lupin shares the transformative insights and lessons learned on her journey from imposter syndrome to directorship. Join our host, Dr. Nancy Li, as they dive into the "5 Lessons I Learned From An Imposter To A Director of Growth Product Management," unpacking the key moments and decisions that shaped Lupin’s career. This episode is perfect for anyone grappling with self-doubt, looking for growth strategies, or aiming to influence change within their organization. Tune in to discover: [0:46] - Introduction to the first episode and excitement about the transformative content to come. [1:17] - Lupin’s journey from humble beginnings to a leadership role in product management. [4:18] - Overview of Lupin’s varied roles within tech, leading to strategic insights. [11:18] - Discussion on product growth, challenges for women in tech, and working from home. [18:45] - Deep dive into growth product management principles, focusing on user acquisition and retention. Rate, Review and Follow "I love Dr. Nancy Li and the Product Insider Podcast"! If this sounds like you, please give us a five-star review. This helps me impact many product managers -- just like you -- we together create products to impact millions of people's lives! Click the name of this podcast and scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write A Review". Make sure to tell us what you like the most about the podcast or episode. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast, so that you won't miss our weekly product insider secrets!