#164 - Startup product managers: Ownership, communication, & leadership | Patrick Malatack & Maz Brumand

A Product Manager’s goals are advocating for the needs of the client and the team. Here’s a look into what the Product Manager role in tech startups looks like in terms of ownership, leadership, and communication in this conversation between Patrick Malatack & Maz Brumand. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry. Sign Up to Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: https://levels.link/wnl Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health. 🎙 What Patrick Malatack & Levels’ Maz Brumand discuss: (06:07) – Help your team be successful (07:43) – Advocate for the needs of the customer (11:45) – Don’t give employees responsibilities they don’t own (14:43) – You shouldn’t need committees (24:00) – Use your own product (28:29) – Cut bad features (31:09) – Be efficient with your time (34:39) – The difference between stress and pressure (38:55) – Communicate the company’s goals (41:54) – Let people call you out Transcripts & Show Notes 🔗 Helpful links: Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/2y7e_ZoQPZ4 Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1 📲 Connect: Connect with Patrick Malatack on Twitter: https://twitter.com/patrickmalatack Connect with Patrick on Instagram: https://instagram.com/patrickmalatack