120 - Why Context Matters: Enhancing Customer Trust Through Effective Product Updates

120 - Why Context Matters: Enhancing Customer Trust Through Effective Product Updates

120 - Why Context Matters: Enhancing Customer Trust Through Effective Product UpdatesThomas Watkins
Published on: 10/07/2025

In this episode of Product Led Growth Leaders, host Thomas Watkins interviews Brian Sierakowski, founder of Changebot. They explore the challenges tech companies face in effectively communicating product updates and the importance of transparency in building customer trust. Brian discusses how Changebot enables companies to maintain visible changelogs and structured recaps, ensuring updates are accessible to both current and prospective customers.

Product-Led GrowthSaaS Leadership & StrategyEntrepreneurship & Startup GrowthTechnology & Innovation
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112 - Building Better Teams: How Vibe Coding is Changing the Game in Remote Work

112 - Building Better Teams: How Vibe Coding is Changing the Game in Remote Work

112 - Building Better Teams: How Vibe Coding is Changing the Game in Remote WorkThomas Watkins
Published on: 12/06/2025

In this episode of Product Led Growth Leaders, host Thomas Watkins interviews Ali Hafizji, CEO of Wednesday Solutions, who shares his journey and introduces Wednesday's sprint-based business model that focuses on outcomes rather than hourly billing. The conversation dives into how AI-driven "vibe coding" and "wide sprints" enhance team productivity and collaboration, while also tackling challenges in marketing and remote work dynamics. Ali also discusses a unique board game used to teach product management, emphasizing innovation, trust, and adaptability in building successful startup partnerships.

Product-Led GrowthEntrepreneurship & Startup GrowthTechnology & Innovation
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111 - Community-Driven Innovation: How Customer Feedback Shapes Product Development

111 - Community-Driven Innovation: How Customer Feedback Shapes Product Development

111 - Community-Driven Innovation: How Customer Feedback Shapes Product DevelopmentThomas Watkins
Published on: 10/06/2025

In this episode of Product Led Growth Leaders, host Thomas Watkins speaks with Russ Hawkins, CEO of Agilence, about the company’s transformation from a video-based loss prevention tool to a data-centric analytics platform. They explore Agilence's modular strategy, the role of customer feedback in product development, and how AI improves data accessibility. Russ emphasizes the significance of cross-functional collaboration and user experience in making data analytics more effective for multi-location businesses.

Product-Led GrowthTechnology & InnovationCustomer-Centric Product Development
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110 - Start-Up Mode: How Freelancers Flip the Script and Build Tech Giants

110 - Start-Up Mode: How Freelancers Flip the Script and Build Tech Giants

110 - Start-Up Mode: How Freelancers Flip the Script and Build Tech GiantsThomas Watkins
Published on: 04/06/2025

In this episode of Product Led Growth Leaders, host Thomas Watkins chats with Hunter Jensen, Founder & CEO of Barefoot Solutions. Hunter discusses his journey from freelance developer to tech entrepreneur, exploring the evolution of startups, particularly with AI and software development. The conversation highlights the shift from traditional SaaS models to customized solutions, the importance of proprietary data, and the need for secure AI adoption in regulated industries.

Product-Led GrowthEntrepreneurship & Startup GrowthTechnology & Innovation
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