Jules Walter

Guest: Jules Walter - Product Leader at YouTube. Jules has a rich background in product management, having been the first growth PM at Slack and leading teams in monetization and mobile. He co-founded the Black Product Managers Network and CodePath, nonprofits focused on increasing diversity in tech. Key Takeaways: Mentorship Approach: Start with small, specific questions to potential mentors and gradually build the relationship by showing the impact of their advice. Skill Development: Focus on both IQ (hard skills) and EQ (soft skills). Begin with execution and product sense early in your career, then shift to communication and leadership as you advance. Interview Skills: Practice is crucial. Conduct mock interviews and seek feedback to improve. Interviewing well can open doors to top companies. Feedback Culture: Actively seek feedback and express gratitude to encourage more. Use feedback to identify personal patterns and areas for improvement. Strengths vs. Weaknesses: Focus on amplifying strengths rather than solely fixing weaknesses. Recognize the shadow side of strengths to manage them effectively. Topics Covered: Mentorship, skill development, interview preparation, feedback culture, strengths and weaknesses, communication, leadership, product management career growth.