The Output Trap (and How to Escape It)

Are you shipping features, or driving real change?

In this episode of The Product Leader’s Playbook, two AI podcasters break down Sam Robertstad’s latest article, “The Output Trap (and How to Escape It).” They explore how product teams fall into the trap of confusing feature delivery with progress, and what it takes to build outcome-driven products instead.

You’ll learn:

• How to recognize the signs of a Feature Factory

• The real difference between outputs and outcomes

• Metrics that actually reflect impact

• Why success must be defined before you build

This episode is packed with insights for PMs, engineers, and product leaders who want to deliver meaningful results, not just ship more stuff.