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Product Mastery Now for Product Managers, Leaders, and Innovators

Chad McAllister, PhD
Innovation
Product Management
Design Thinking
Product Teams
Product Development
Leadership
Entrepreneurship
Stage Gate Process
Railsware
Emotional Fitness
Innovation Decision-Making
Market Research
Innovationops
Strategic Product Planning
Customer Insights
User Interviews
Scadpro
Mental Health
Organizational Effectiveness
Servant Leadership

Welcome to Product Mastery Now, where you learn the 7 knowledge areas for product mastery. We teach product managers, leaders, and innovators the product management practices that elevate your influence and create products your customers love as you move toward product mastery. To see all seven areas go to productmasterynow.com. Hosted by Chad McAllister, PhD, product management professor ... more

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Is Taylor Swift the best product strategist of our generation?

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This episode features Mike Hyzy, VP of Strategy and Innovation at CGI, breaking down how Taylor Swift’s approach to music and branding mirrors world-class product... more

Vision statements and strategic themes to connect product management to business goals

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In this episode, I’m interviewing Morten Sorensen, Vice President of Systems IT Portfolio Management at the US Federal Reserve, about alig... more

Engaging employees and systems for sustainable innovation growth

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This episode features Maggie Nichols, CEO of Eureka! Ranch, who breaks down how organizations can transform innovation from a risky bet into a repeatable system... more

From “move fast and break things” to responsible product management

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This episode explores how culture acts as a powerful predictor of long-term product success. I’m talking with product leader Namrta Raghvendra, who has exten... more

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Mike Hyzy
Vice President of Strategy and Innovation at CGI
CGI
Episode: 581: From country to billionaire – Taylor Swift’s product management masterclass – with Mike Hyzy
Morten Sorensen
Vice President of the Systems IT Portfolio Management Office at the US Federal Reserve
US Federal Reserve
Episode: 580: Leadership tools to align product work with organizational strategy – with Morten Sorensen
Maggie Nichols
CEO of Eureka Ranch
Eureka Ranch
Episode: 579: Three mandates for successful product innovation systems – with Maggie Nichols
Namrta Raghvendra
Product leader with extensive experience in technology products
Meta, Salesforce, LinkedIn
Episode: 578: How Meta rebuilt its culture for sustainable innovation – with Namrta Raghvendra
Nate Patel
Four-time CTO and CPO, currently teaching AI security at MIT Sloan
ProtoBoost, MIT
Episode: 576: Stop wasting weeks on idea validation: MIT’s AI approach – with Nate Patel
Amy Meginnes
Strategist at Phillips & Co., experienced in facilitating innovation workshops for Fortune 500 companies.
Phillips & Co.
Episode: 575: How to run innovation workshops that actually ship products: A Phillips & Co. framework – with Amy Meginnes
Christian Ferenc
Global Product Manager at Moleaer
Moleaer
Episode: 574: The 4D innovation process used to commercialize nanobubble technology – with 2025 Outstanding Corporate Innovator winner
Valerio Zanini
Expert in product management with 20 years of experience and author of AI for Product Managers.
5D Vision
Episode: 571: Accelerating product discovery and validation with AI – with Valerio Zanini
Jenn Tuetken
Director of Innovation, Design, and Brand Experience at Pella Corporation
Pella Corporation
Episode: 569: Product innovation insights from non-buyer stakeholders – with Jenn Tuetken

Host

Chad McAllister
Host and expert in product management and innovation, with extensive knowledge from an academic and practical perspective. He engages with industry leaders to share insights and best practices for product development.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 102 ratings
  • Insightful and Diverse Voices in Product Leadership

    Product Mastery Now stands out for the impressive range of leaders Chad brings onto the show, from startup founders to corporate product execs. Each episode delivers practical takeaways and meaningful conversations. A must-listen for anyone serious about product leadership and innovation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CatConnelly
    United States10 months ago
  • Essential Listening for Product Management Mastery

    In my search for insightful podcasts on product management, I found Chad McAllister's "Product Mastery Now" podcast to be one of the most informative resources available. This free podcast simplifies the seven key knowledge areas essential for product mastery, making the content both comprehensive and immediately actionable. With years of episodes under its belt, the breadth of topics and depth of content are truly impressive. Each episode comes with an action guide, enhancing its practical valu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rght#32
    United States2 years ago
  • Insightful and engaging!

    The "Product Mastery Now" podcast is definitely worth checking out. Chad’s an engaging interviewer and brings on insightful guests. I love that it does a great job of breaking down complex concepts and making them accessible to listeners, whether you're a seasoned product manager or just starting out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R.amsay
    Canada3 years ago
  • Actionable + Empowering!

    This is seriously *the* place for product people. If you’re looking for inspiration, motivation, AND actionable advice, look no further. Thanks so much for putting out such a stellar show, Chad - keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arlie K
    United States4 years ago
  • Great content

    This show has a lot of great content! Chad does an awesome job in interviewing guests and presents the information clearly. Lots of actionable takeaways. If you are in the product space (or would like to learn more), this show MUST be on your playlist.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan Balcauski
    United States4 years ago

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Feedback indicates that the approach to breaking down complex concepts makes the content accessible for both seasoned professionals and newcomers alike.

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580: Leadership tools to align product work with organizational strategy – with Morten Sorensen
Q: How often should plans be revisited?
At least every six months, with more frequent checks as environment changes demand; if assumptions shift, the plan should be adjusted rather than stubbornly pursued.
580: Leadership tools to align product work with organizational strategy – with Morten Sorensen
Q: What is the role of a strategy map in this process?
A strategy map shows how vision, themes, and plans connect, highlighting dependencies and informing where to invest or disengage for better alignment.
579: Three mandates for successful product innovation systems – with Maggie Nichols
Q: What should we be doing in the next 30 days?
Think about what can be controlled in your sphere of influence and observe how well your organization is engaging and innovating.
579: Three mandates for successful product innovation systems – with Maggie Nichols
Q: Where do they start? I assume we should look around and do some diagnostic work to figure out what's not working?
Start by observing internal operations to understand what is working and where innovation capabilities may be lacking.
578: How Meta rebuilt its culture for sustainable innovation – with Namrta Raghvendra
Q: What role does culture play in attracting the right talent?
A company's culture significantly influences the type of talent they attract, as cultures that foster psychological safety and risk-taking tend to encourage innovation and better performance.

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The focus is largely on product management, innovation, and operational practices that aid in the development of successful products. Topics range from building effective innovation systems and team culture to utilizing AI tools for product validation and improving customer insights. The discussions frequently feature expert guests who bring diverse perspectives from their respective industries, making it valuable for listeners looking to enhance their knowledge and practical skills in product management. Unique elements include a blend of actionable insights and frameworks, often tailored to specific challenges faced by product managers, leaders, and innovators. This makes it an engaging resource for those striving for product mastery, par... more

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