Published Jul 14, 2022

Manik Gupta (ex-CPO Uber, Google Maps) on how to build consumer apps, why it’s useful to be optimistic about technology, creating inflections in your PM career, the changing CPO role, and more

Join Manik Gupta, ex-CPO of Uber and Google Maps, as he delves into the transformative power of technology, the evolving role of Chief Product Officers, and the keys to building impactful consumer products, while sharing invaluable lessons on career growth and navigating the dynamic tech landscape.

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Manik Gupta (ex-CPO Uber, Google Maps) on how to build consumer apps, why it’s useful to be optimistic about technology, creating inflections in your PM career, the changing CPO role, and more

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Building Trust, Embracing Technology

Impactful Connections

Surrounding Yourself

Learning from Challenging Times

Self-Driving Technology's Unfinished Business

Career Inflection Points

Evolving Product Leadership

Operationalizing Monarch's Consumer Stack

CEO-CPO Relationship

Online Presence

Avoiding Line Extensions

Google vs Uber

Metrics and Instrumentation

Pitfalls of Early Career PMs

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Technology and Optimism

Role of the CPO

Building Successful Products

Career Growth

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Manik Gupta (ex-CPO Uber, Google Maps) on how to build consumer apps, why it’s useful to be optimistic about technology, creating inflections in your PM career, the changing CPO role, and more

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Technology and OptimismManik Gupta, former CPO of Uber and Google Maps, shares his unwavering optimism about technology's role in solving human problems. He discusses the potential of self-driving technology and the importance of surrounding oneself with talented, like-minded individuals.

Technology and Optimism

Role of the CPO

Building Successful ProductsManik Gupta shares his expertise on building successful consumer products, drawing from his experiences at Google Maps and Uber. He discusses the importance of global insights, design focus, strategic alignment, and a data-driven approach in product development.

Building Successful Products

Career GrowthManik Gupta shares insights on the key attributes for PM promotions, career inflection points, and common pitfalls for early PMs. His experiences highlight the importance of demonstrated impact, leadership clarity, and continuous learning in shaping a successful PM career.

Career Growth

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