Minimum Viable Podcast, by General Collaboration

Elliott Poppel
Minimum Viable Podcast, by General Collaboration

Welcome to "*Minimum Viable Podcast*" – a new podcast and content series that goes beyond the surface to explore the depths of product creation. Each episode, hosted by Elliott Poppel, is a masterclass in innovation, combining deep insights, cross-disciplinary perspectives, and hands-on product analysis. From the psychology of user behavior to the aesthetics of design, from the cutting edge of technology to the timeless principles of storytelling, MVP leaves no stone unturned in its quest to uncover the secrets of product success. What sets MVP apart is its commitment to providing listeners w

  1. 26 JUN

    Bringing a Product Mindset to Corporate Engineering, with Atlassian’s Head of Corporate Engineering, Tal Saraf

    On this episode of Minimum Viable Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Tal Saraf, Head of Corporate Engineering at Atlassian. With a career spanning heavyweights like Microsoft, Amazon, Cisco, and Meta, Tal knows about building and scaling world-class products. But what really caught my attention was his experience the forefront of distributed collaboration for years, even before the pandemic upended everything. Tal has a unique perspective on what it takes to foster a thriving, connected culture when your team is scattered across time zones. Our conversation centered around a theme of navigating this new world of remote work without losing what makes your company, well, your company. Tal shared a wealth of practical strategies for not just surviving but thriving in remote settings. From reimagining onboarding to driving efficiency with reusable components, he painted a picture of a future where distributed teams aren't just getting by, but where they are actually able to be more effective. And the best part? These aren't just lofty theories—they're tested practices that Atlassian has put into action with incredible results. So if you're looking for fresh ideas and proven tactics to take your remote team to the next level, this episode is for you. Here's a breakdown of the key topics covered in the episode: - [03:55] Tal's journey from Microsoft to Atlassian - [10:55] Navigating the challenges of the pandemic at Facebook - [14:57] Adopting a hybrid work model at Atlassian - [22:26] The importance of diving deep into customer needs - [27:34] Balancing speed and stability in product development - [32:21] Leveraging Atlassian's tools for internal processes - [37:16] The role of AI in enhancing Atlassian's products - [44:38] Tal's approach to build vs. buy decisions - [49:53] Fostering a strong dogfooding culture at Atlassian

    51 min
  2. 12 JUN

    How Getro's Co-Founders Use Values-Driven Leadership to Shape Company Culture

    On this week's episode of Minimum Viable Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Evan Walden and Maveric Real, the dynamic duo behind Getro, a network management platform that's made waves in the venture capital and private equity world. Evan, the company's CEO, is a seasoned pro when it comes to all things sales and growth, while Maveric, Getro's President, is the engineering and product development guru. Together, they've grown Getro from a scrappy startup to a serious player over the past eight years, all while navigating the tricky balance of scaling fast and building an awesome product. Evan and Maveric were super open about the lessons they've learned as leaders with different strengths and priorities trying to collaborate and communicate effectively. Listening to them, a clear through line emerged: the key to their partnership's success is a genuine commitment to understanding where the other is coming from. Whether they're hashing out Getro's big-picture strategy or going back and forth on which customers to prioritize, these two have built a relationship grounded in mutual respect and a shared vision for where they want to take the company. They've also managed to create a culture that puts a premium on human connection, even while running a fully remote operation. Honestly, any startup founder looking to build a company that can roll with the punches and come out stronger could learn a thing or two from Evan and Maveric.

    44 min
  3. 5 JUN

    Privacy vs Personalization with Joe Toscano, CEO/Founder at DataGrade & Expert on Netflix's "The Social Dilemma”

    This episode features Joe Toscano, founder of DataGrade and author of "Automating Humanity." Joe's journey into the world of data privacy is pretty wild - it all started during his time as a consultant for Google, where he saw firsthand just how much potential there was for abuse and how little ethical oversight there was around data usage. That experience lit a fire under him to become a vocal advocate for digital privacy. He's since advised the US attorneys general on antitrust cases against big tech, helped shape privacy laws across multiple states, and even got featured as an expert in the Netflix documentary "The Social Dilemma." Our conversation took a deep dive into the complex landscape of data privacy and the unique challenges startups face in balancing innovation with responsible data practices. We grappled with some big questions: How do we protect individual privacy while still reaping the benefits of data-driven innovation? What does it really mean for a startup to prioritize privacy, and how can they make it a core part of their culture? How can companies build trust with their users in an era of increasing skepticism? Joe's insights offer a roadmap for navigating these tricky issues. Whether you're a founder just starting out or a seasoned entrepreneur, this episode is full of practical wisdom and thought-provoking ideas that will challenge how you think about data privacy.

    55 min

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Welcome to "*Minimum Viable Podcast*" – a new podcast and content series that goes beyond the surface to explore the depths of product creation. Each episode, hosted by Elliott Poppel, is a masterclass in innovation, combining deep insights, cross-disciplinary perspectives, and hands-on product analysis. From the psychology of user behavior to the aesthetics of design, from the cutting edge of technology to the timeless principles of storytelling, MVP leaves no stone unturned in its quest to uncover the secrets of product success. What sets MVP apart is its commitment to providing listeners w

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