An Hour of Innovation with Vit Lyoshin

Vit Lyoshin
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An Hour of Innovation with Vit Lyoshin

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  1. 20 HR. AGO

    Revolutionizing Strategy in Organizations! AI-Powered Alignment | Josh Folk | #40

    In this episode of the Hour of Innovation podcast, Josh Folk talks about the challenges of strategic alignment within organizations. Josh shares his journey of becoming a leader in innovation and discusses the barriers that innovation leaders face, including communication issues and the need for a culture of collaboration. He explores the role of AI in addressing these challenges and introduces his new venture, StratRocket, which aims to enhance clarity and alignment within organizations. Takeaways * Innovation leaders face significant challenges in alignment * Cultural barriers can hinder effective communication * AI has the potential to simplify complex processes * Understanding the strategy is crucial for all levels of staff * Leadership alignment directly impacts employee motivation * The 'telephone tag' problem complicates communication * StratRocket aims to bridge the gap in strategy execution * Everyone perceives company strategy through their unique lens * Understanding perspectives enhances communication effectiveness * Participation leads to better outcomes in strategy * AI can reduce friction and busy work * Why do we still use annual planning cycles? * Alignment improves culture and engagement * Every team member can contribute to the strategy * AI can help articulate and clarify ideas Sponsors * Webflow - Create custom, responsive websites without coding https://try.webflow.com/0lse98neclhe * MeetGeek - Automatically video record, transcribe, summarize, and share granular insights from every meeting to any tool https://get.meetgeek.ai/yjteozr4m6ln Connect with * Website: https://stratrocket.com/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuafolk/ * X: https://x.com/joshfolk Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 06:04 StratRocket 10:32 Difficulties with alignment within an organization 22:09 Solving strategy alignment problems 26:19 Understanding perspectives in communication 30:56 Continuous execution 38:52 How AI helps with strategy alignment 42:39 Generating insights, reporting, and notifications 45:14 Feedback from beta users 50:12 Advice from Josh Podcast Links * https://linktr.ee/anhourofinnovation Connect with Vit * Website: https://vitlyoshin.com/contact/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vit-lyoshin/ Please subscribe, leave an honest review, and share with people you think will benefit from hearing this information.

    55 min

  2. NOV 13

    Building a Responsible Future with AI and Data Science | Dr. Alfred Spector | #39

    In this conversation, Dr. Alfred Spector discusses the complexities of data science and artificial intelligence, emphasizing the importance of understanding the broader context beyond technical aspects. Dr. Alfred Spector is a visiting scholar at MIT, senior advisor at Blackstone, and co-author of the “Data Science in Context: Foundations, Challenges, Opportunities” book. Takeaways * Data science goes beyond just algorithms and models. * Understanding data science requires insight from large data collections. * AI applications are increasingly important across all sectors. * A rubric helps ensure comprehensive evaluation in data science applications. * The seven elements of the rubric guide the development of AI systems. * Balancing objectives in AI applications is crucial for success. * Transparency and understandability are key in AI systems. * Privacy and security are paramount in data-driven applications. * Real-world applications of AI must consider changing societal impacts. * Technology changes the way we experience life. * Generative AI can enhance creativity and efficiency. * Ethics in AI must consider broader societal impacts. * Liberal arts education is crucial for tech professionals. * Data science should be taught to everyone. * The future will require adaptability to new technologies. * Context is key in applying AI responsibly. * Balancing ethics, politics, and economics is essential. * Regulation should focus on AI applications, not AI itself. Sponsors * Webflow - Create custom, responsive websites without coding https://try.webflow.com/0lse98neclhe * MeetGeek - Automatically video record, transcribe, summarize, and share granular insights from every meeting to any tool https://get.meetgeek.ai/yjteozr4m6ln Connect with * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfred-spector/ * Book: https://www.amazon.com/Data-Science-Context-Foundations-Opportunities/dp/1009272209 * Three-Part Framework Article: https://dl.acm.org/doi/pdf/10.1145/3624726 * Harvard Data Science Review Article: https://hdsr.mitpress.mit.edu/pub/xyeriy3y/release/2 Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 01:06 Data Science in Context Book 02:39 Defining Data Science 06:24 The Relationship Between Data Science and AI 07:45 Evolution of Data Science and AI Beyond Technology 10:38 The Analysis Rubric for Data Science 27:12 Applying the Rubric in Real-Life Scenarios 33:56 Framework for Decision-Making in Technology 45:12 The Role of Liberal Arts in Technology Education 51:19 The Future of AI and Human Collaboration 53:51 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts Podcast Links * https://linktr.ee/anhourofinnovation Connect with Vit * Website: https://vitlyoshin.com/contact/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vit-lyoshin/ Please subscribe, leave an honest review, and share with people you think will benefit from hearing this information.

    1h 2m

  3. NOV 6

    The Story of Life on Earth and Key Innovations Tackling Climate Change | Dr. Stephen Porder | #38

    In this conversation, Dr. Stephen Porder, an associate provost for sustainability and professor of ecology at Brown University, discusses the core message of his book “Elemental: How Five Elements Changed Earth’s Past and Will Shape Our Future” and explores the historical impact of organisms on the environment, focusing on cyanobacteria, plants, and humans. He introduces the concept of 'life's formula' and emphasizes the importance of understanding the elements that makeup life. The discussion highlights the innovations that have allowed these organisms to change the world and draw parallels to current sustainability efforts, particularly in energy production and consumption. Dr. Porder discusses the critical role of renewable energy in stabilizing the grid, the impact of agriculture on sustainability, cultural shifts in food consumption, the challenges and solutions for carbon capture, and practical steps individuals can take to reduce their environmental impact. Takeaways * Organisms have historically made significant impacts on the environment. * Cyanobacteria were the first organisms to change the planet's atmosphere. * Plants revolutionized life on land and altered the climate. * Humans are now the third great world-changing organisms. * Electrifying homes and transportation is crucial for sustainability. * Solar and wind energy are now the cheapest forms of energy. * Batteries are becoming essential for energy storage and distribution. * The combination of renewables and batteries is crucial for energy stability. * Innovative management of nitrogen and phosphorus is key to sustainable agriculture. * Agriculture uses a significant amount of land and resources, impacting sustainability. * Carbon capture technology is still developing and needs renewable energy to be effective. * Smart incentives and regulations are necessary for energy efficiency. * Switching to LED bulbs is a simple yet effective way to save energy. * Eating less red meat and dairy can help mitigate climate change. * Individual actions should focus on high-impact changes rather than minor adjustments. Sponsors Webflow - Create custom, responsive websites without coding * https://try.webflow.com/0lse98neclhe MeetGeek - Automatically video record, transcribe, summarize, and share granular insights from every meeting to any tool * https://get.meetgeek.ai/yjteozr4m6ln Connect with * Website: https://porderlab.org/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-porder-966109244/ * Possibly Podcast: https://www.askpossibly.org/ Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:25 Changing the World: The Core Message of Elemental 03:36 Life's Formula: Understanding the Elements of Life 06:54 Cyanobacteria: The First World-Changing Organisms 16:00 Plants: Revolutionizing Life on Land 19:49 Humans: The Third Great World-Changing Organism 28:35 Sustainability at Home: Practical Steps for Change 38:43 The Energy Revolution: Solar, Wind, and Nuclear Power 41:48 The Role of Renewables in Energy Stability 47:46 Agriculture's Impact on Sustainability 01:03:07 Carbon Capture and Climate Solutions 01:12:08 Practical Steps for Individual Action Podcast Links * https://linktr.ee/anhourofinnovation Connect with Vit * Website: https://vitlyoshin.com/contact/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vit-lyoshin/ Please subscribe, leave an honest review, and share with people you think will benefit from hearing this information.

    1h 23m

  4. OCT 30

    Fostering a Culture of Innovation. Involve Everyone in Idea Generation! | Sam Zellner | #37

    In this episode of the An Hour of Innovation podcast, Sam Zellner talks about fostering a culture of innovation within organizations. He explains the importance of involving all employees in the innovation process, managing risks associated with new ideas, and measuring the success of innovation initiatives. Sam is the CEO of Inspire IP, a SaaS platform dedicated to helping corporations build and sustain innovation ecosystems. Sam also served as an Executive Director of Innovation at AT&T. Takeaways * Innovation is for everyone, not just a select few. * Start small and build your way up to a culture of innovation. * It's important to lower the risk level for new ideas. * Every idea does not need to be a complete game changer. * You need metrics to know what you're doing in innovation. * Don't fire people for good ideas that didn't work. * Innovation challenges can focus employee efforts and engagement. * You need a system that people believe in to capture ideas. * Recognizing and celebrating successes is crucial for innovation culture. * People need to feel heard and valued for innovation to thrive. * Innovation requires a structured process to be effective. * Employee involvement in idea generation is crucial. * Startups have a more fluid innovation process than large corporations. * Recognition of all contributors boosts morale and engagement. * Learning from failures is essential for future success. * Innovation can stem from unexpected sources within the organization. * Encouraging a culture of innovation can lead to better employee retention. * Small innovation projects can lead to significant improvements. *Proving the value of ideas to executives is key for implementation. Sponsors Webflow - Create custom, responsive websites without coding * https://try.webflow.com/0lse98neclhe MeetGeek - Automatically video record, transcribe, summarize, and share granular insights from every meeting to any tool * https://get.meetgeek.ai/yjteozr4m6ln Connect with * Website: https://inspireip.com/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-zellner-ip/ Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:01 Sam’s Background 04:29 Building a Foundation for Innovation 11:15 Risk Management in Innovation 13:55 Measuring Innovation Success 17:38 Balancing Innovation and Maintenance 22:10 Empowering Employees to Innovate 28:46 Innovative Ideas from Real Experiences 32:54 The Importance of Process in Innovation 34:55 Navigating Employee Ideas and Ownership 40:06 Differences in Innovation Between Startups and Corporations 44:54 Learning from Failures and Expert Misjudgments 46:33 Advice from Sam Podcast Links * https://linktr.ee/anhourofinnovation Connect with Vit * Website: https://vitlyoshin.com/contact/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vit-lyoshin/ Please subscribe, leave an honest review, and share with people you think will benefit from hearing this information.

    53 min

  5. OCT 23

    Digital Marketplace Innovation! Key Tenets for Product Managers to Succeed | Vik Bharadwaj | #36

    In this episode of the Hour of Innovation podcast, Vikram Bharadwaj shares the unique challenges and opportunities of Product Management in Digital Consumer Marketplaces. He describes the essential skills Product Managers need to succeed in these dynamic environments, from balancing multiple sides of a marketplace to leveraging network effects, driving experimentation, and ensuring collaboration across all participants. Vik is a seasoned product manager with over 11 years of product experience in large-scale e-commerce and digital marketplace companies. Currently, he works at Zillow, developing innovative capabilities for mobile customers. Takeaways * Digital customer marketplaces connect multiple providers and consumers. * Marketplaces can be two-sided, three-sided, or four-sided. * Unique Tenets of Product Management in a Digital Consumer Marketplace: ** Mental model of a marketplace ** Network effects associated with the marketplace ** Measuring success for the marketplace ** Experimentation thought process ** Collaboration across the sides of the marketplace * Identifying the true end customer is crucial in any marketplace business. * Balancing supply and demand is a significant challenge for PMs. * Understanding network effects can create a virtuous cycle in marketplaces. * A North Star metric must focus on the end consumer and marketplace health. * Leading metrics are crucial for predicting successful deliveries. * Experimentation in marketplaces is more complex due to network effects. * Switchbacks allow for better measurement of feature impacts in marketplaces. * Collaboration is essential for successful product management in marketplaces. * Understanding the readiness of the other side is critical for experiments. * Successful product management in marketplaces requires foundational PM skills. * Engaging with marketplace communities can enhance learning. * Being a consumer of marketplaces helps build intuition for PMs. Sponsors Webflow - Create custom, responsive websites without coding * https://try.webflow.com/0lse98neclhe MeetGeek - Automatically video record, transcribe, summarize, and share granular insights from every meeting to any tool * https://get.meetgeek.ai/yjteozr4m6ln Connect with * Website: https://topmate.io/vikram_bharadwaj * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bharadwajvikram/ Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 01:50 What a digital consumer marketplace is? 06:01 Key tenets of product management in marketplaces 10:29 Understanding the mental model of marketplaces 18:20 Navigating network effects in marketplaces 27:54 What is a North Star metric? 36:17 Experimentation techniques in marketplace businesses 49:27 Collaboration and communication best practices for PMs 52:58 Advice from Vik Podcast Links * https://linktr.ee/anhourofinnovation Connect with Vit * Website: https://vitlyoshin.com/contact/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vit-lyoshin/ Please subscribe, leave an honest review, and share with people you think will benefit from hearing this information.

    55 min

  6. OCT 16

    Inside the Product Job Market! Salaries, Pitfalls, and Trends | Heidi Ram | #35

    Heidi Ram, a seasoned product recruiter and advisor, discusses the current landscape of the job market for product management professionals. Heidi is a product recruiter, leader, and advisor to the Product Management community on industry insights, market trends, salaries, resumes, and more. And, she is a founding member of The Product Recruiter, where her team of recruiters solves the ambitious goals of Founders, CEOs, and CPOs by delivering world-class talent to design, build and launch products that deliver growth and scale. Takeaways * The market for product talent is still challenging. * Employers are looking for candidates with domain expertise. * Recruiters serve the employer's interests primarily. * Candidates should maintain relationships with recruiters. * Salaries for product managers are holding steady despite market fluctuations. * Candidates often underestimate the importance of human connection in interviews. * Gather statistics about your contributions while employed. * Expressing interest in a role is crucial during interviews. * Your career is a long-term journey with ups and downs. * Understanding the value of an opportunity is key to career growth. Sponsors * Webflow - Create custom, responsive websites without coding: https://try.webflow.com/0lse98neclhe Connect with Heidi * Website: https://www.theproductrecruiter.com/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidiram/ * Medium: https://medium.com/@ProductRecruiter * Parent Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/martyn-bassett-associates/?viewAsMember=true Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 03:02 Current market landscape for product talent 09:49 Hiring trends and sector demands 14:25 Understanding the role of recruiters 18:07 Navigating the candidate-recruiter relationship 26:02 Challenges in product recruitment 27:46 Employer expectations and trends 34:50 Candidate pitfalls in the job search 47:19 Career advice for employed product managers 53:45 Compensation trends in product management 01:00:42 Equity for product managers 01:07:38 Advice from Heidi Podcast Links * https://linktr.ee/anhourofinnovation Connect with Vit * Website: https://vitlyoshin.com/contact/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vit-lyoshin/ Please subscribe, leave an honest review, and share with people you think will benefit from hearing this information.

    1h 10m

  7. OCT 9

    Proactive Product Management! How Survival Metrics Drive Action | Adam Thomas | #34

    In this episode, Adam Thomas discusses the role of metrics in product management and introduces the Survival Metrics Framework. Adam is the principal at Approaching One Product Consultancy. Adam has over 15 years of experience building and scaling teams of product managers, marketers, designers, and product operations. Takeaways * Metrics are essential in product management to measure progress towards a goal. * Clear and relevant metrics help communicate a problem and how close you are to the solution. * Organizations should focus on relevant, actionable, and quantifiable metrics. * The Survival Metrics Framework helps teams make proactive decisions about their products. * Survival metrics are key indicators that drive action and change within an organization. * The three pillars of survival are strategy, data-informed decision-making, and political safety. * Effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders are crucial for success. * Regularly reviewing and prioritizing metrics is essential. * Stopping, pivoting, and investing are actions that survival metrics drive. * Start small and gradually implement the methodology to avoid overwhelming the organization. * Build a strong foundation before focusing on metrics. * Avoid data blindness by validating the importance of metrics. Sponsors * Webflow - Create custom, responsive websites without coding: https://try.webflow.com/0lse98neclhe Connect with * Website: https://theadamthomas.com/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theadamthomas/ * X: https://x.com/ProdMgmtByAdam * Survival Mereics Miro Board: https://miro.com/miroverse/survival-metrics-framework/?utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=updated_approved_published_miroverse_automated_submission_flow Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:14 The role of metrics in the product management 03:15 Evolution of metrics 06:17 Tips for becoming more data-driven 10:35 Challenges with metrics 12:33 Introducing Survival Metrics Framework 16:32 How has the Survival Metrics evolved since its inception? 20:53 The pillars of change in the Survival Metrics Framework 28:37 Translating pillars into metrics 36:56 Key people to communicate with 38:36 How Stop, Invest, and Pivot decisions are made? 42:30 What does “political safe” mean? 44:42 Advice from Adam Podcast Links * https://linktr.ee/anhourofinnovation Connect with Vit * Website: https://vitlyoshin.com/contact/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vit-lyoshin/ Please subscribe, leave an honest review, and share with people you think will benefit from hearing this information.

    49 min

  8. OCT 2

    Storytelling Strategies for Success! How to Win Hearts and Minds | Dan Manning | #33

    Dan Manning, a storyteller and startup mentor, discusses the power of storytelling in communication and business. Dan has a fascinating career from flying fighter aircraft to negotiations with foreign military to speechwriter for the most senior officials in the US Air Force. Now, Dan helps founders and executives to be heard, understood, trusted and remembered through storytelling. Takeaways * Storytelling is a powerful tool for communication and business, as it engages the audience's imagination and emotions. * Effective storytelling builds trust and influences others by treating them as trustworthy and addressing their pain points. * Crafting a compelling story involves using sensory elements to make the story more vivid and tailoring it to the audience's specific needs. * Understanding the customer's pain and demonstrating empathy is crucial for effective storytelling. * Logic is important in storytelling to ensure that the story makes sense and the characters' actions are understandable. * To stand out from competitors, storytelling can be used to highlight unique value and create a reason for customers to choose your product or service. * Ethical storytelling involves providing genuine insight and value to the audience, rather than manipulating or tricking them into making a decision. * The digital age has made storytelling faster and more accessible, but human storytellers who can provide unique and insightful content will still be highly valued. * AI can assist in certain aspects of storytelling, such as summarizing or editing content, but it cannot replace the human experience and perspective. Sponsors Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: * Webflow - Create custom, responsive websites without coding: https://try.webflow.com/0lse98neclhe Connect with * Website: https://www.firepowerconcepts.com/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-manning2/ * X: https://x.com/Beefmanning * Other: https://www.hi.training/ Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 1:20 Dan’s background and career 04:19 The role of storytelling in high-stakes environments 07:19 Building trust and influencing others through storytelling 10:36 Why do people’s brains love stories? 14:56 Crafting compelling stories 20:20 Triggering emotions in stories 24:24 Challenges people have when creating stories 28:02 The role of logic in storytelling 30:23 Using storytelling to stand out from competitors 34:38 Ethical considerations in storytelling for influencing and persuasion 39:00 The impact of the digital age on storytelling 42:42 The future of storytelling and the role of AI 47:28 Advice from Dan Podcast Links * https://linktr.ee/anhourofinnovation Connect with Vit * Website: https://vitlyoshin.com/contact/ * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vit-lyoshin/ Please subscribe, leave an honest review, and share with people you think will benefit from hearing this information.

    49 min
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