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Episode Synopsis
Key Takeaways
Side projects offer valuable experience for aspiring PMs and an outlet for creativity/ownership for employed PMs
Benefits include mental health, skill development, and potential innovation
Time management and prioritizing core job responsibilities are crucial when pursuing side projects
Companies like Google (20% time) demonstrate the value of fostering entrepreneurial creativity in employees
Topics:
The Broken Talent Acquisition Process in Product Management
Benefits of Side Projects for Aspiring PMs
Advantages of side projects for Employed PMs
Potential Downsides and Ethical Considerations
Company Culture and Innovation
Side projects offer valuable experience for aspiring PMs and an outlet for creativity/ownership for employed PMs
Benefits include mental health, skill development, and potential innovation
Time management and prioritizing core job responsibilities are crucial when pursuing side projects
Companies like Google (20% time) demonstrate the value of fostering entrepreneurial creativity in employees
Topics:
The Broken Talent Acquisition Process in Product Management
Benefits of Side Projects for Aspiring PMs
Advantages of side projects for Employed PMs
Potential Downsides and Ethical Considerations
Company Culture and Innovation
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