Episode description
Episode description
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