Pivoting Between Product Management & Entrepreneurship: Elliott Poppel, CEO, General Collaboration.

Product Unfiltered

16-08-2024 • 48 mins

In this episode of Product Unfiltered, we sit down with Elliott Poppel, CEO & Founder of General Collaboration, to explore his journey from a business major to a successful entrepreneur and product manager. Elliott shares his unique insights into the challenges and opportunities of working in both startups and large corporations, offering invaluable advice for aspiring product managers and entrepreneurs. Join us as Elliott discusses: - His transition from venture capital to leading app.io as its CEO - The importance of adaptability, communication skills, and product understanding in early-stage startups - Strategies for breaking into the product management field, including the value of roles like Chief of Staff - His experiences at Facebook, including lessons learned during the transition to remote work - The balance between top-down strategy and bottom-up creativity in product teams - Recommendations for educational resources like Reforge and Lenny’s List - His thoughts on the future of work and product management in tech This episode is packed with practical advice, productivity hacks, and personal anecdotes that will inspire and inform anyone interested in the dynamic field of product management. Don't miss out on Elliott's insights and wisdom! 🔔 Subscribe to Product Unfiltered and hit the notification bell to stay updated on more episodes featuring top industry leaders and innovators!