The Product Group

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Is product management maturing—or just masking its gaps?
As product teams grow in size and ambition, a new layer of support has taken hold: product coaches. But is this trend a sign of professional growth—or a red flag that our foundations aren’t strong enough?

In this TPG Live roundtable, we’ll examine the rise of product coaches and what it signals about the state of product management today. Are coaches helping PMs thrive, or compensating for unclear career paths, fragmented training, and inconsistent expectations? We’ll explore what this growing trend means for individuals, teams, and the future of the profession.

We’ll also explore what it takes to stay connected to real customer needs in a rapidly shifting world. Building a culture of continuous discovery isn’t just a best practice—it’s a survival strategy. Learn how top teams challenge assumptions, validate in real time, and use ongoing discovery to guide decisions and reduce risk.

How can product leaders strengthen team capabilities while staying in tune with evolving user needs?

This live session will feature practical insights and expert perspectives to help you navigate the changing realities of product work. Whether you're leading a team, working with a coach, or evolving your own discovery habits, you’ll leave with strategies to build stronger, smarter product organizations. Join us live, bring your questions, and be part of the conversation.

📹 ON CAMERA MEMBERS:

• Jeremy Horn [aka The Product Guy] (The Product Group, Founder & Organizer) https://linkedin.com/in/TheProductGuy
• Yasmin Desai: Principal Product Manager, VIOOH https://www.linkedin.com/in/yasmindesai/
• Chantal Botana: Fractional CPO & Product Coach, Product Evangelist Co. https://www.linkedin.com/in/cbotana/
• John Berger: Business Technology Consultant https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbergerit/
• Emma Caselton: Founder, Cast design strategy https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-caselton-955a8914/

Would you like to be part of the on-camera roundtable? If so, email Jeremy Horn at jeremydhorn@gmail.com

🔍 KEY TOPICS:

• The Rise of Product Coaches: A Sign of Growth or Growing Pains
• Building a Culture of Continuous Discovery: Driving Insights in Real Time
• Insights from top product professionals
• Latest trends and discussions in the product management world.
• Tips, tricks, and best practices for all-levels of product enthusiasts.
• And more...

The Rise of Product Coaches: A Sign of Growth or Growing Pains?
Product management seems to have more coaches than other professions—but why? Is this a reflection of the field’s rapid growth and evolving complexity, or does it signal a gap in how product skills are developed and standardized? Join this roundtable to examine the role of coaching in product management, exploring whether it’s a strength, a symptom of unmet needs, or both. Discuss what this trend means for the profession and whether coaching is the key to building stronger, more capable product teams.

Building a Culture of Continuous Discovery: Driving Insights in Real Time
When markets move fast, stale assumptions can hinder progress. This session uncovers how top product teams adopt a continuous discovery mindset—validating assumptions, user-testing ideas, and pivoting quickly. Discover the practices and tools that keep teams aligned on evolving customer needs and market trends.

Would you like to be considered for a Featured Product slot? If so, email Jeremy Horn at jeremydhorn@gmail.com

📌CONNECT WITH US:

• Mentor a Product Person: https://TheProductMentor.com
• Recommended Reading: https://kit.co/TheProductGuy/books
• TPG Product Spotlights: https://kit.co/TheProductGuy/tpg-spotlights
• Slack: https://communityinviter.com/apps/theproductgroup/the-product-group

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Do product strategies scale across every company size? Or does success demand a tailored approach?

In this TPG Live roundtable, we’ll explore what it takes to thrive as a product manager in both large enterprises vs. small companies. From speed and ownership to process and influence, the contrasts can be stark. Hear from product leaders who’ve worked in both environments as they share how they adapt decision-making, team collaboration, and stakeholder alignment to fit the context they’re in.

We’ll also examine the broader state of the product management profession. As demand for PMs grows, so does the need for consistency, clarity, and credibility. What role should our community play in defining standards, certifying skills, and creating reliable career pathways? We'll dig into what's working, what’s missing, and what comes next.

How can product professionals adapt their approach while helping the entire field move forward?

This live event offers actionable strategies and fresh perspectives for PMs at every stage. Whether you’re scaling product practices or shaping your own career path, join us live to ask questions, share insights, and be part of the discussion.

📹 ON CAMERA MEMBERS:

• Jeremy Horn [aka The Product Guy] (The Product Group, Founder & Organizer) https://linkedin.com/in/TheProductGuy
• Chris Butler: Director of Product Operations, GitHub https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbu/
• Smita Patil: Founder, Product Forge https://www.linkedin.com/in/smita-patil-2320b01b/
• Lorenzo Bonfá Rodrigues Mazzo: Product Lead - Digital Experience, Cashrewards https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorenzomazzo/

Would you like to be part of the on-camera roundtable? If so, email Jeremy Horn at jeremydhorn@gmail.com

🔍 KEY TOPICS:

• PM in a Large Enterprise vs. a Small Company: Adapting Your Approach for Success
• Elevating Standards and Career Pathways
• Insights from top product professionals
• Latest trends and discussions in the product management world.
• Tips, tricks, and best practices for all-levels of product enthusiasts.
• And more...

PM in a Large Enterprise vs. a Small Company: Adapting Your Approach for Success
Discover the unique challenges and opportunities of product management in different organizational contexts. Learn how to tailor your strategies, decision-making processes, and team dynamics when working in a large enterprise versus a small company. Hear from seasoned product managers who have navigated both environments as they share insights on balancing scale, speed, and innovation to deliver results in any setting.

Elevating Standards and Career Pathways
As demand for skilled product managers continues to grow, the profession faces a pivotal moment. How can we establish clear standards that ensure quality and consistency while fostering trust among employers and clients? In this roundtable, we’ll explore how the product management community can organize itself to define core competencies, create certification frameworks, and provide clear career pathways for practitioners at every level. Join industry leaders as they discuss strategies to elevate the profession, align expectations, and support the next generation of product managers.

Would you like to be considered for a Featured Product slot? If so, email Jeremy Horn at jeremydhorn@gmail.com

📌CONNECT WITH US:

• Mentor a Product Person: https://TheProductMentor.com
• Recommended Reading: https://kit.co/TheProductGuy/books
• TPG Product Spotlights: https://kit.co/TheProductGuy/tpg-spotlights
• Slack: https://communityinviter.com/apps/theproductgroup/the-product-group

#TheProductGroup #ProductManagement #RoundtableDiscussion #ProductPassion #TPGLive