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Hari Srinivasan

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LinkedIn’s product evolution and the art of building complex systems | Hari Srinivasan (LinkedIn)

Jul 16, 20231h 4m

Guest: Hari Srinivasan - VP of Product at LinkedIn. Hari has been with LinkedIn for over eight years, leading the Talent Solutions Product Team, which is LinkedIn's largest business unit, encompassing hiring and learning products. Key Takeaways: Skills-First Hiring: LinkedIn is shifting towards skills-based hiring, allowing candidates to showcase their skills rather than just job titles, which helps balance the job market. Complex Systems Management: LinkedIn employs frameworks like RAPID for decision-making and a five-day escalation rule to manage its complex ecosystem efficiently. Product Management Insights: PMs should focus on their strengths within the triangle of skills (creativity, data science, general management) and aim to work on products that people love. LinkedIn Learning: A valuable resource for professional skill development, with courses created by top instructors to help users gain skills relevant to their career goals. Engagement and Content Strategy: LinkedIn has improved its feed by focusing on delivering knowledge and advice, making it a more engaging platform for users. Topics Covered: LinkedIn's product evolution, skills-first hiring, managing complex systems, product management tips, LinkedIn Learning, content strategy on LinkedIn.

Notable Quotes

“It's rare I think that it's in the influencer conversation. It's not necessarily something you or other people are properly experiencing on day-to-day.”

Influencer conversation

“Intimacy doesn't scale. When you think about how people are going to feel more connected, it's going to be a lot more difficult to solve.”

Complex problems

“I think LinkedIn Learning is a gem. I think because it's sold largely through enterprises, a lot of people miss it.”

LinkedIn Learning