Imran's Podcast (Audio Only)

Imran Sheikh
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'Imran's Podcast,' brings you authentic conversations that illuminate the real-world impact of startups, product management, design, and venture capital. We'll explore the raw narratives, insightful journeys, and genuine challenges that shape the tech industry. www.imranspodcast.com

  1. 08/08/2025

    #77: Scaling Growth Like an Operating System with Olena Derebera

    Olena Derebera, a Kyiv-based product manager at the intersection of systems, growth, and strategy, shares how she’s helped build the acquisition infrastructure for Jooble — one of the world’s largest job aggregators. We break down what it takes to scale systems that process billions of clicks, why retention is the real growth multiplier, and how to treat strategy like an operating system for product and business expansion. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.imranspodcast.com

    49 min
  2. #76: AI vs. Security: The Unfiltered Reality with Saahil Sheenoy

    07/16/2025

    #76: AI vs. Security: The Unfiltered Reality with Saahil Sheenoy

    I sit down with Saahil Shenoy, Founding AI Scientist at Bedrock Security (backed by Greylock), to talk about the collision course between AI and security. We go deep on the rise of AI-powered attacks, how defenders are playing catch-up, and the broken promises of “enterprise-grade” AI tools. Saahil shares what he’s seeing on the frontlines—from AI agents leaking sensitive company data to how deepfakes are already being used to manipulate identity and trust at scale. We also rant about the myth of “10x” and whether five smart builders can take down bloated data infra giants using nothing but AI and grit. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.imranspodcast.com

    1h 4m

  3. 07/09/2025

    #75: Ex-Coinbase on Navigating the Tech Job Market with Brian Pulliam

    In this conversation, Brian Pulliam shares his extensive experience in the tech industry, spanning over 26 years, and discusses his transition to career coaching. He emphasizes the challenges new graduates face in the current job market, particularly due to the impact of AI and economic factors. Brian highlights the importance of networking, building in public, and understanding mentorship dynamics. He also discusses the cyclical nature of the tech job market, advising job seekers to be creative and persistent in their efforts to stand out. The conversation concludes with key takeaways for new graduates and insights into the future of tech roles. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.imranspodcast.com

    54 min

  4. 06/19/2025

    #74: Developer Experience, FinTech, and Leading Remote Teams with Maryna Rybalko

    I sit down with Maryna Rybalko, Product Manager at Paydock, to talk about building scalable B2B and B2B2C products across 69 countries. With 7+ years in FinTech and HRTech, Maryna shares how she leads global remote teams, simplifies developer experience through unified APIs and SDKs, and balances complexity with execution speed. From scaling payment infrastructure to managing high-performing teams across time zones, this conversation is packed with tactical insights for product builders operating at scale. We talk about: * The reality of scaling API-first platforms * What makes a great developer experience * Managing 70+ remote teammates across cultures * Building for both B2B and B2B2C at once * What it takes to lead in FinTech and HRTech today This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.imranspodcast.com

    52 min

  5. 06/10/2025

    #73: Product Management in the Age of AI

    In this conversation, Anastasia Mudryk joins me to break down what it really takes to build and grow an AI-native startup—without getting lost in the noise. From early traction strategies to why distribution is often more important than product, they dive into lessons most founders learn too late. Anastasiya also shares hard-won insights on launching across different markets, building intuition-driven products, and operating with clarity in a world obsessed with hype. The discussion also touches on the significance of branding and the need for companies to adapt to remain competitive. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.imranspodcast.com

    48 min

  6. 06/04/2025

    #72: The Neurophysiology of Entrepreneurship with Marina Morgan

    In this episode, Marina Morgan joins Imran Sheikh to break down the entrepreneurial mindset—through the lens of neuroscience. From dopamine and motivation to sleep, nutrition, and neuroplasticity, they explore how our nervous system shapes how we build, lead, and adapt. Whether you’re a founder or operator, this conversation connects the dots between biology, mental health, and business performance—with zero fluff. Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Entrepreneurial Mindset * 05:50 Understanding Neuro Entrepreneurship * 10:02 Neuroplasticity and Its Impact on Learning * 15:42 The Role of Sleep in Neuroplasticity * 20:20 Nutrition and Its Importance for Entrepreneurs * 25:10 Dopamine and the Entrepreneurial Experience * 30:19 Balancing Inspiration and Reality * 34:09 Empathy vs. Cognitive Speed in Entrepreneurship * 36:02 Understanding Dopamine and Nervous System Dynamics * 39:48 The Entrepreneurial Brain: Connections and Opportunities * 42:34 Physiology and Mental Health in the Workplace * 46:33 Creating a Supportive Work Environment * 52:37 Navigating Organizational Change * 01:05:52 Embracing Individual Differences in the Workplace This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.imranspodcast.com

    58 min

  7. 05/27/2025

    #71: From $100 to $1M+ in wartime Ukraine.

    In this episode of Imran’s Podcast, I sat down with Alexander from Kyiv—founder of DreamX—to talk about how he built a 30-person global design agency in the middle of war. We covered: * Growing a company from zero during crisis * How Ukraine’s government is going digital faster than the West * Why AI is a tool—not a threat—for serious design teams * The mindset that keeps his team pushing at 6am under air raid sirens * And what founders in San Francisco should learn from Ukrainian resilience Alexander doesn’t just talk about grit—he lives it. This one’s a must-listen for any builder or operator. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.imranspodcast.com

    49 min

  8. 05/20/2025

    #70: Mental Fitness for Founders: How Neuroscience and AI Are Shaping Leadership

    In this uncut episode of Imran’s Podcast, I sit down with Marina Morgan—founder, business psychologist, and executive coach in Silicon Valley—to explore the real shifts happening in leadership, mental health, and the future of work. We dive into: * Why mental health is the backbone of founder success * How AI isn’t replacing leadership—but reshaping it * Building businesses in a weekend vs. the old playbook * What makes entrepreneurs psychologically different (backed by neuroscience) * The role of play, curiosity, and personalization in leading teams through change We also unpack Marina’s cutting-edge “AIQ” framework for measuring team readiness for AI adoption—and why emotional experience with AI will soon define how companies scale. If you’re a founder, leader, or just curious about how the brain, business, and AI intersect—this one’s for you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.imranspodcast.com

    59 min
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