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Growthmates: Create and Grow Meaningful Products & Careers

Kate Syuma and experts from TOP tech companies
Product-Led Growth
Userresearch
User Experience
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User Research
Product Management
User Experience Design
Design
Uxdesign
Behavioral Design
Usertesting
Team Collaboration
Scale-Up
Startup
Design Thinking
Growth Strategy
Design Recruitment
Onboarding Experience
Motivational Psychology
Brand Positioning

Growthmates is where you learn how to grow meaningful products from people standing behind them. Learn from leaders at Notion, Canva, Dropbox, and more in deep dive interviews with Kate Syuma, ex-Miro Head of Growth Design and founder of Growthmates. www.growthmates.news

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In this episode, Kate Syuma dives into a conversation with Jennifer Phan, CEO and Co-Founder at Passionfroot, and former Venture Capital investor, to explore the unconventional path from corporate career to creator to tech founder. Jen shares how her... more

In this episode, Kate Syuma dives into a conversation with Lexie Barnhorn, former Head of Social and Influencer at Notion, to discuss her journey from small-town Ohio to the heart of San Francisco’s tech scene. Lexie shares how she built Notion’s soc... more

In this episode, Kate Syuma dives into a conversation with Mallory Contois, Head of Community & Mercury Raise at Mercury, and founder of The Old Girls Club, to explore her journey from Pinterest to building a thriving community. Mallory shares how ov... more

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Lexie Barnhorn
Head of social influencer at Notion, passionate about community building and personal well-being.
Notion
Episode: Notion’s Way to Influence Millions | Lexie Barnhorn (Anthropic, ex-Notion)
Mallory Contois
Leader in tech community building and former executive at Pinterest and LinkedIn
Mercury
Episode: How to Grow Through Community | Mallory Contois (Mercury, ex-Pinterest, LinkedIn)
Marie Martens
Co-founder at Tally
Tally
Episode: From Zero to $2M ARR with Life Partner | Marie Martens (Co-founder at Tally.so)
Lana Kul
Kate's ex-colleague and dear friend, interviewing Kate for this episode.
Episode: This Reflection Framework to shape your 2025 | Kate Syuma (Founder of Growthmates, ex-Miro)
Chetana Deorah
Former Design Director at Netflix and Coursera
Pizza Valley
Episode: Sense of “belonging” vs “fitting in” | Chetana Deorah (Ex-Design Director at Netflix, Coursera)
Benjamin Humphrey
CEO and founder of Dovetail, a Customer Insights Platform.
Dovetail
Episode: From a Designer in Atlassian to a Founder of Dovetail | Benjamin Humphrey (Co-founder and CEO of Dovetail)
Yuriy Timen
Advisor and former growth lead at Grammarly
Freelance Advisor
Episode: What 4 Years of Advising 35+ Companies Taught Me | Yuriy Timen (Advisor, Ex-Growth at Grammarly)
Randy Hunt
Head of Design at Notion
Notion
Episode: Notion method: How to Do More with Less | Randy Hunt (Head of Design at Notion)
Enzo Avigo
CEO at June
June
Episode: Find your Position-Market Fit: The Role of Brand and Memorable Experiences | Enzo Avigo (CEO at June, ex-Intercom)

Host

Kate Syuma
Host and founder of Growthmates, previously Head of Growth Design at Miro. Kate brings a wealth of experience in product development and design, focusing on growth strategies and fostering community connections.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • I absolutely love the GrowthMates podcast!

    Kate interviews some of the most inspiring founders out there, and she has this incredible ability to break down their stories into concrete, actionable insights.Highly recommend this podcast to anyone looking to start or scale their business!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marie Martens
    Belgium6 months ago
  • An invaluable resource for product growth enthusiasts

    I’ve been tuning into Growthmates, and it’s quickly become one of my go-to sources for valuable insights. Each episode dives deep into product growth strategies, featuring candid conversations with leaders from top tech companies. Kate’s insightful questions and genuine curiosity create an engaging atmosphere that keeps me hooked. This podcast not only provides actionable insights but also keeps me motivated and informed in the ever-evolving world of product development. I highly recommend Growt... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oresha19
    Spain6 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    It’s always great to hear from industry experts, and huge thanks to Kate for creating a space for valuable experiences and insights! Really inspiring ✨

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CatherineLya
    Netherlands7 months ago
  • Your go-to guide for all things growth

    We’ve been waiting for something like Growthmates! Kate and Oscar take us inside the workings of growth practitioners to understand what’s in their toolkit, how they work day by day and what it means to actually grow companies at scale. Super insightful conversations. Great listen for anyone working in growth!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lex Roman
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic and highly informative

    I loved this podcast. It’s hosted by Product Designers on the Growth Design team at Miro so you know what they’re talking about. They’re really great about probing deeper and really simplifying the conversation so the content is always understandable. I really feel like I learned a lot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tranban
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging interviews and actionable insights provided by industry leaders, praising the host's ability to bring out valuable experiences.
The podcast is often highlighted as a must-listen for professionals looking to enhance their careers in tech and product design.
The discussions are noted for their authenticity and relatability, making complex topics accessible to a wide audience.
Many find the focus on community building and emotional intelligence refreshing, creating a strong resonance with those in similar fields.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#147
Finland/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#148
Ukraine/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#203
Netherlands/Business/Careers

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Creator-to-Founder Leap: A Wild Ride Worth Taking | Jennifer Phan (Co-founder & CEO at Passionfroot)
Q: Was there anything that you had to sacrifice actually in order to do what you do today?
I don't see it really as sacrifice because at the end of the day, I want to create the life in that sense that I obviously want.
Creator-to-Founder Leap: A Wild Ride Worth Taking | Jennifer Phan (Co-founder & CEO at Passionfroot)
Q: What was the good piece of advice that you have received in the beginning of starting Passionfruit?
No matter if things are bad or things are good, just remember that this will pass.
Finding Harmony between Design and Product Management | Bruno Bergher (Metabase, ex-Google)
Q: Where do you think product designers fail the most in these partnerships with product managers?
Product designers often lack curiosity about the business and tend to be too comfortable being downstream from requirements.
Finding Harmony between Design and Product Management | Bruno Bergher (Metabase, ex-Google)
Q: What do you think PMs fail the most when it comes to building relationships with design partners?
PMs often fail by not involving designers early enough and not providing enough context for the projects they're working on.
Finding Harmony between Design and Product Management | Bruno Bergher (Metabase, ex-Google)
Q: What inspired you to start teaching design for PMs?
I saw that PMs often learn how to work with design through trial and error, and I want to provide them tools to understand how designers think.

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Insights into the worlds of product design, growth strategies, and career development are at the forefront of discussions, featuring conversations with notable leaders from top tech companies such as Notion, Canva, and Dropbox. The content consistently emphasizes community-building, emotional intelligence, and authentic connections, with guests sharing their unique journeys and struggles as well as successful strategies. The approach is both personal and practical, offering listeners actionable insights they can apply in their own careers and projects, particularly those seeking to foster growth in their professional lives. This podcast likely stands out for its commitment to transparency and authentic storytelling, allowing listeners to ga... more

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