Cieden Podcast

In this episode, we explore the roots of founder burnout with executive coach Jerry Colonna. Jerry is the author of the "Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up", co-founder and CEO of Reboot.io. Jerry unpacks the parable of the 'Founder's Kiln,' how to transform your inner critic from an enemy into an ally, and why burnout isn't about stress but about our search for meaning. This is a guide for leaders who want to build without losing their soul in the process.If you find this content valuable, please share it with your colleagues and friends. It will help us broaden the influence of Jerry’s messages to those who need them. Thank you!Let’s connect on LinkedIn:🎙 ⁠⁠⁠Jerry Colonna⁠⁠⁠, Jerry Colonna, author, co-founder and CEO of Reboot.io🎙 ⁠⁠Yuriy Mykhasyak⁠⁠, podcast host, co-founder & CEO of CiedenThis podcast is brought to you by Cieden, a digital product design agency. If you are looking for product designers, ⁠let’s chat⁠.

In this episode, we chat with Teresa Torres, one of the most influential thinkers in modern product management, about embedding continuous discovery into your product practice.Teresa is the author of the essential book Continuous Discovery Habits and a world-renowned product discovery coach. For leaders struggling to bridge the gap between company goals and customer needs, this episode offers a masterclass in building products that matter.Teresa unpacks the nuances of discovery in complex B2B environments, the cognitive biases that derail customer interviews, and how to leverage AI without falling for the hype. This is a tactical guide for leaders who want to move beyond feature factories and build outcome-driven teams.If you find this content valuable, please share it with your colleagues and friends. It will help us broaden the influence of Teresa’s messages to those who need them. Thank you!Let’s connect on LinkedIn:🎙 ⁠⁠Ana Mudryk⁠, Podcast Host, Head of PdM and BA at Cieden🎙️ Teresa Torres, Product Discovery Coach, Author of Continuous Discovery HabitsThis podcast is brought to you by Cieden, a digital product design agency. If you are looking for product designers, let’s chat.

Mohammed Abdoolcarim spent years at the heart of innovation at Apple and Google. Now, as the co-founder of Beacon AI, he’s applying those lessons to build the next generation of intelligent design tools.In the race to ship AI features, are we losing sight of what makes a product truly great? This episode cuts through the hype around "vibe design" to explore the strategic tension between launching fast and crafting experiences that last. We dive into the realities of building AI-native products, the hidden story of iteration behind breakout successes like Siri, and how to balance speed with the precision that defines legendary products.For founders, designers, and product leaders navigating the AI landscape, this is a masterclass in strategy.What’s in here:Apple’s “slow and careful” vs. Google’s “launch fast” AI strategy The truth about innovation: Why the Siri you know was the 52nd version Beyond “vibe design”: What it really takes to build high-quality AI A hybrid product strategy: Balancing big bets with fast iteration The future of interfaces: Why a multimodal world will coexist Discovering unintended (and powerful) use cases after you launch Let’s connect on LinkedIn:🎙 ⁠Yuriy Mykhasyak⁠, Podcast Host, Co-founder & CEO of Cieden🎙⁠ Mohammed Abdoolcarim⁠, Co-founder of Beacon AIThis podcast is brought to you by Cieden, a digital product design agency. If you are looking for strategic designers,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠let’s chat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Dane Maddams is a Director of Product at Culture Amp. In this episode, he challenges the idea that empathy is a soft skill, arguing it's the foundation for team performance. He unpacks the lessons from his "zombie-themed" keynote on psychological safety and discusses the balance between ruinous empathy and radical candor. We also explore the empathy deficit in B2B and how to lead teams through the uncertainty of AI.Learn how to build the psychological safety that unlocks speed and innovation. Discover a practical approach to empathy that strengthens teams and drives results.Let’s connect on LinkedIn:🎙 ⁠⁠Ana Mudryk⁠, Podcast Host, Head of PdM and BA at Cieden🎙 ⁠⁠Dane Maddams, Director of Product at Culture Amp⁠This podcast is brought to you by Cieden, a digital product design agency. If you are looking for strategic designers,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠let’s chat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Marcelo Calbucci is the author of The PRFAQ Framework. He previously held roles at Microsoft, Amazon, and numerous startups.In this episode, Marcelo unpacks Amazon's PRFAQ framework and discusses the "Four Horsemen of Strategy Failure." We also explore AI's threat to customer empathy and a practical framework for delegating tasks to AI.Learn how to apply Amazon's strategic thinking to your own products. Discover a clear method for leveraging AI without sacrificing strategic depth.Let’s connect on LinkedIn:🎙 ⁠Ana Mudryk⁠, Podcast Host, Head of PdM and BA at Cieden🎙 ⁠Marcelo Calbucci⁠, Author of The PRFAQ FrameworkThis podcast is brought to you by Cieden, a digital product design agency. If you are looking for strategic designers,⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠let’s chat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.