Tech Unicorn Builders

In our latest ProdCamp podcast episode, I got into a fun and captivating chat with Darrena Mamm, the incredible co-founder of Tech Unicorn Builders. With over a decade of experience building B2B SaaS products, Darrena brings a wealth of practical insights and fun anecdotes to the table! To answer some juicy questions like: ▶️ How can Product and CS teams create a love story for the ages? 💕 (Hint: It involves building bridges and opening doors!) ▶️ What's the secret sauce for turning customer feedback into product gold? 🥇 (Spoiler: It's all about enablement!) ▶️ Why should Product folks crash CS events (and vice versa)? 🕵️♀️ (Trust us, it's not just for the free breakfast!) Darrena explains her mindset and approach in a way that'll make you go "Aha!". She shares practical tips you can implement right away—sprinkled with entertaining stories from her own experience. This 45-minute episode is both fun and packed with actionable advice! Give it a listen and let us know what you think! (Link to the full episode in the comments) 🎧 ____________________ I'm Matei Culcer, co-founder of ProdCamp (that EU-based User Feedback Platform you've been hearing about), and co-organizer of Product Ambulance, where product pros come for group therapy... heu I mean, curated safe discussions. My mission? Making product peoples' lives easier and their impact bigger. Like and share to support us! :) #Productmanagement #Customersuccess #Podcast

🚀 Rethinking Performance Reviews! 🚀 Are traditional performance reviews holding your team back? 🤔 In my latest article, I explore the shortcomings of outdated review systems and present better alternatives that prioritize continuous feedback and employee engagement. Discover how to address key organizational needs like effective feedback, fair salary decisions, and clear direction to foster a collaborative and transparent workplace culture. 🌟 Let’s move towards empowered individuals and improving overall organizational outcomes! #PerformanceReviews #EmployeeEngagement #ContinuousFeedback #WorkplaceCulture #Leadership #HR #Teamwork

Another question I get asked regularly is: How do I know if I am doing the right thing? The answer is - Value. We are building products for a reason, we want to deliver value to the customers and get them to use our products regularly. For that, they will pay us, and recommend us to their peers, which in return helps us to grow as a business. How to understand if we are delivering value and how to do it right - here is a super simplified answer, that gets you on the right track. Find more Tech Unicorn Builders

For many teams, especially in fast-paced startups, Kanban is a tool they can't go without. However, Kanban is not about tasks, it is about value. The goal isn’t to stay busy — it’s to deliver value. Let’s rethink how to visualize our work: 🔹 Focus on product increments instead of busy work 🔹 Use Kanban to track customer-focused outcomes, not sub-tasks 🔹 Set reasonable WIP limits to deliver faster, not spread teams thin Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dX4qnpvz Want to unlock Kanban’s true potential in your context? Drop a comment below, and I will reach out to you to schedule a free session. Together, we will identify the root causes and define next steps to improve the situation for your teams. #Kanban #LeanThinking #Agile #Productivity #ValueStream #ProjectManagement #BusinessValue

One of the unexpected joys of being a hands-on software startup advisor is the unique ways I can support my clients. 🤩 Recently, I’ve been working with a client on product discovery, strategy development, and optimizing team processes. They were navigating their first ISO 27001 certification, and having been involved in similar projects before, I knew how critical this phase could be. During a daily standup, I caught wind of their plan to prioritize building a staging system for the certification—a move that could have consumed weeks or even months of their time. More importantly, it would have diverted their focus from a crucial task: restricting production access for engineers, which is essential for the certification. In a quick discussion, we decided to shift focus. They concentrated on implementing production deploy pipelines in GitHub to facilitate the necessary access restrictions instead. This approach was not only achievable before the audit but also helped the team understand the relative importance of the staging system. The result? They passed the audit! 🎉 I couldn’t be happier for them. It feels rewarding to know that my attention and the right questions made a significant impact, saving them more than what they pay me in 2–3 months. 🙌 #TinyWins #StartupAdvisor #ISO27001 #SuccessStories

High-performing teams form better without traditional team-building activities, even in remote settings. From shared goals to synchronous collaboration, the secret to success lies in working together on meaningful tasks. Key takeaways: → Collaboration builds strong bonds. → A clear, common goal keeps teams aligned. → Real-time interaction is crucial, even remotely. → Team-building moments happen naturally through shared work. Ready to rethink how you build your team? Dive into my full article here: https://lnkd.in/dB-uJwZn How do you build high-performing teams? Share your thoughts in the comments! 👇 #Collaboration #TeamBuilding #Leadership #RemoteWork #HighPerformingTeams

Do you remember our recent survey on the challenges founders face? The results are in: founders are eager to understand and achieve product-market fit. To support this, let’s start by looking at product positioning and how it can help guide your product in the right direction. After all, the way you understand and communicate your product to the world outside shapes how it’s perceived, attracts the right audience, and drives its growth. Happy to talk more - send me a DM 🚀 #productmarketfit #pmf #productpositioning #productmanagement

Engineering Teams: Here’s how you can drive 50% higher productivity by tapping into the power of focus and flow: ⚡ Minimize Context Switching – Fewer distractions mean more time for deep work. 🧠 ⚡ Optimize the Work Environment – Set up spaces that encourage concentration and creative breakthroughs. ⚡ Time-Box Deep Work Sessions – Block off uninterrupted time for engineers to dive into complex problems. ⚡ Encourage Autonomy – Give engineers control over their work to foster greater engagement and satisfaction. When your team achieves flow, they’re not just productive—they’re unstoppable! Read more about this topic in my article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gx7Mgz5P Want to discover how to transform your team's performance in just 30 minutes? Drop me a message, and we will schedule a free call to give you first results in a week's time. #Productivity #Engineering #FocusAndFlow #WorkplaceProductivity #TechLeadership #EngineeringManagement #Efficiency

Dear Tech Founders! We need your input, because we are working on the Self-Check 2.0 🙌🏼 To develop an even more valuable (and yet free) tool for you, we want to know: What’s your startup’s biggest challenge? Your input is super appreciated. We will share results with you too 👍🏻 Thank you for your insights! #Startup #Entrepreneurship #Growth