Published Nov 5, 2023

Mastering product strategy and growing as a PM | Maggie Crowley (Toast, Drift, TripAdvisor)

Maggie Crowley, VP of Product at Toast, delves into the art of mastering product strategy through lessons learned from failure, the transformative power of content creation on career trajectories, and the core fundamentals of product management, championing simplification, accountability, and clear communication as keys to success.

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Mastering product strategy and growing as a PM | Maggie Crowley (Toast, Drift, TripAdvisor)

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AI Roadmapping Suite

Impact vs. Frameworks

Creating Content

Going Deep vs Bouncing

Authenticity and Value

Mapping Opportunities

Lightning Round

Simplifying and Shortening

Embracing Failure

Worst Product Toast

Becoming a Successful Product Manager

Problem Matters Now

Unleashing Strategic Thinking

Getting Better

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Learning from Failure

Content Creation's Career Impact

Product Management Fundamentals

Crafting Product Strategies

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Learning from FailureMaggie Crowley explores the impact of past failures on product development and the necessity of rethinking strategies and assumptions. She shares personal experiences and insights on how embracing failure and adapting approaches can lead to more effective product management.

Learning from Failure

Content Creation's Career ImpactMaggie Crowley explores the transformative power of content creation in building a personal brand and enhancing career opportunities. She discusses how networking and learning through content can lead to personal and professional growth.

Content Creation's Career Impact

Product Management FundamentalsMaggie Crowley, VP of product at Toast, shares insights on mastering product strategy and the essential skills for product managers. She discusses the importance of simplification, accountability, and persistence in achieving success in product management.

Product Management Fundamentals

Crafting Product StrategiesMaggie Crowley shares her insights on developing and communicating effective product strategies. She emphasizes the importance of aligning strategies with business goals and ensuring clear communication across teams.

Crafting Product Strategies

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