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Savvy Within

Savvy Within

By Detan Oyedele

Leading successful Product careers and making the product management experience enjoyable, so that your entire life can be fulfilling. Helping you not just survive everyday work life but thrive through the most important years of your life - your career years.
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Savvy WithinApr 07, 2019

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The Ultimate Guide to Crafting a Winning Product Strategy

The Ultimate Guide to Crafting a Winning Product Strategy

In this episode, we unveil the secrets behind building a robust and effective product strategy that not only propels your Product to new heights but also ensures long-term success in a dynamic market.


🔍 Key Insights You'll Gain:

Jan 23, 202432:13
A Guide to Product-Led Growth

A Guide to Product-Led Growth

In this insightful episode, I break down the key principles and strategies that drive successful Product-Led Growth, a revolutionary approach transforming the way businesses attract, convert, and retain customers.

🔍 What you'l learn:

  • Introduction to Product-Led Growth
  • limitations of funnels and the excellence of growth loops
  • 6 Principles of PLG
  • Examples of companies adopting these principles
  • Recommendations to start adopting PLG
  • How to know that you have achieved PMF?


Jan 09, 202432:11
How to become a PRO at using Product Frameworks

How to become a PRO at using Product Frameworks

In product management, the concept of frameworks holds paramount significance. They provide the structure that underpins a well-functioning, organized, and efficient process. However, like any powerful tool, the effectiveness of product frameworks lies in their proper implementation. Failing to harness them correctly can lead to suboptimal outcomes.

Today, we delve into the pitfalls to avoid and the best practices to embrace in order to excel in using product frameworks.

Sep 15, 202325:11
The Untold Realities about the Product Management career

The Untold Realities about the Product Management career

Product Management is not all rainbows and sunshine. Here are some not-so-glamorous side of being a product manager.

Sep 01, 202318:56
Should Product Managers be Jack of All skills or Master of one?

Should Product Managers be Jack of All skills or Master of one?

Discover the nuances of Individual Contributor and Managerial Paths for Product Managers - the unique opportunities in cross-functional roles and why this paths may be ineffective. Happy to hear your thoughts!

Aug 02, 202319:20
Regretting Product Management Career

Regretting Product Management Career

Join us as we dive deep into the top comments on a Redditors' regret about being in Product Management, examining factors such as unrealistic expectations, misalignment with personal values, organization culture, and the constant demand for decision-making.


We aim to help you gain a better understanding of the realities of a product management career and navigate you professional journeys more effectively. Whether you are a seasoned product manager seeking solace in shared experiences or someone contemplating a career in this field, this episode offers invaluable insigh

Jul 07, 202327:27
Product Management Controversies: Unveiling ChatGPT's Hot Takes!

Product Management Controversies: Unveiling ChatGPT's Hot Takes!

Exploring Polarizing Hot Takes on Product Management with ChatGPT. This video showcases a collection of thought-provoking hot takes generated by ChatGPT, sparking intense debates and challenging conventional wisdom about Product Management practices.

Jun 07, 202333:08
Weekly Routines That Will Make You a Top-Performing Product Manager

Weekly Routines That Will Make You a Top-Performing Product Manager

In this podcast, we'll be discussing the weekly routines that can help you become a top-performing product manager. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, incorporating these routines into your workweek can help you increase productivity, make better decisions, and achieve your goals.

We'll cover a range of areas like 

  • strategy routines
  • skills development routines
  • analytical know-how
  • communication and collaboration routines
  • career development routines

Join us to learn how you can take your product management skills to the next level!


May 03, 202325:09
How to make great Product Decisions as an Indecisive Person

How to make great Product Decisions as an Indecisive Person

Do you struggle with making product decisions? Are you someone who finds it hard to commit to a choice, often getting lost in analysis paralysis? If so, you're this one is for you. In this episode, we'll discuss strategies to help indecisive individuals make better product decisions.

Tune in to learn:

  • Strategies for overcoming indecision and making confident choices and
  • Practical tips for product managers to make better product decisions





Mar 31, 202319:11
How to avoid common mistakes in creating a Product Vision

How to avoid common mistakes in creating a Product Vision

In today's episode, where we'll be discussing common mistakes that product managers make when creating a product vision, and how to avoid them. Having a strong product vision is critical to the success of any product, but it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks and lose sight of the big picture.

Today, we talk about

  • Why a Product Vision is Important? 
  • How it differs from a Product Strategy
  • Common Mistakes in Creating a Product Vision In this segment,
  • How we come about making those mistakes and How to avoid them 

I encourage listeners to prioritize creating and continue to refine their product vision to achieve team success

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to this podcast and leave a review. 

Don't forget to tune in next week for another episode on product management.

Mar 07, 202308:35
Three (3) ways to start your Product Management career in North America

Three (3) ways to start your Product Management career in North America

The Product Manager role is one of the most fascinating roles in the Tech industry right now. It's especially attractive for people who want a soft landing into tech. I share 3 ways you could successfully start your journey into Product Management in Canada and America.

  • Keep your current job and look for Product Management opportunities in your current company
  • Volunteer in a small start-up that needs Product support but also has opportunities for Product mentorship
  • Take a highly EXPERIENTIAL Product Management program that offers internship opportunities and potentials for companies hiring from that program

I also share two (2) caveats about HOW NOT TO transition into Product Management.

Have a good listen!

Jan 20, 202304:43
Digital and Web Accessibility with Tobi Ogunsina

Digital and Web Accessibility with Tobi Ogunsina

"Your product or service is not usable if it's not accessible". 

What does that mean? How do we cater to the digital needs of everyone in our society irrespective of the temporary or long-term impairments we have?

This week, Detan seats with Tobi Ogunsina - a Senior Product Manager at GDS, UK, who is responsible for GOV.UK's accessibility and publishing strategy, to demystify digital accessibility, how it affects our society and how businesses and individuals should begin to consider it.

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  • email: hello@savvywithin.com

See https://savvywithin.com/ for more awesome career bites!

Jun 21, 202156:53
Transitioning from mid-Product Management to Product Leadership with Chantal Donaldson-Foyer
May 01, 202151:01
Managing Hard Work vs Smart Work with Segun Ajiboye
Dec 29, 202037:57
Career Transition for a Medical Professional with Dr. Dara Olatoke
Oct 23, 202054:17
Three (3) Things on embracing change
Oct 12, 201913:21
The Founder Balance
Apr 07, 201942:27
Introducing Wits N Co.
Mar 30, 201902:45