Product Talk with Malthi

Product Management in Social Good sector - Nakul Jain, CEO Wadhwani AI Global

How do you build impactful social tech products in a complex ecosystem?Drop a 🙌 if you believe patience and empathy are game changers in social innovation.When working in development, success isn't just about fast rollouts—it’s about understanding the nuanced layers of bureaucracy, diverse user needs, and evolving systems. Nakul Jain's insights highlight how deep field engagement, patience, and advocacy separate impactful projects from failed pilots.He emphasizes spending more time on the ground — truly understanding users’ lives — rather than relying solely on data. That’s what leads to solutions that scale and genuinely create change, like the millions of assessments in children’s literacy or TB patient management.Remember, in social good, your product's success is measured by impact, not just KPIs. Patience and empathy aren’t just soft skills—they’re your secret weapons.What’s the most unexpected lesson you’ve learned from the field?

Product Management in Social Good sector - Nakul Jain, CEO Wadhwani AI Global

Drop a 🙌 if you believe patience and empathy are game changers in social innovation.When working in development, success isn't just about fast rollouts—it’s about understanding the nuanced layers of bureaucracy, diverse user needs, and evolving systems. Nakul Jain's insights highlight how deep field engagement, patience, and advocacy separate impactful projects from failed pilots.He emphasizes spending more time on the ground — truly understanding users’ lives — rather than relying solely on data. That’s what leads to solutions that scale and genuinely create change, like the millions of assessments in children’s literacy or TB patient management.Remember, in social good, your product's success is measured by impact, not just KPIs. Patience and empathy aren’t just soft skills—they’re your secret weapons.What’s the most unexpected lesson you’ve learned from the field?#SocialInnovation #ImpactDriven #ProductForGood #HealthTech #EducationTech

Season -2 Episode 3, Dr. Dinesh Chandrashekhar - Can AI really help in Strategic Thinking?

Discover how today's rapid technological shifts demand a strategic mindset that combines foresight with agility. Dr. Dinesh Chandrasekhar shares insights on evolving leadership, leveraging AI as a partner, and building resilient organizational strategies in an uncertain world.Key TopicsThe evolving role of a Chief Strategy Officer in the AI eraBalancing microscopic and telescopic views for strategic agilityHow AI accelerates decision-making and innovationBuilding a "digital twin" for personal and organizational growthThe importance of trust and symbiosis with AI toolsNavigating exponential change with signals and systemic thinkingThe shift from traditional enterprise to AI-native startupsDeveloping domain expertise over coding skillsThe future of leadership as AI-driven agencyPractical productivity hacks for leveraging AI and building personal toolsTimestamps00:00 - Introduction to AI's transformative impact on strategy02:18 - The embodied role of a Chief Strategy Officer in today’s fast-changing landscape04:45 - How rapid tech changes eliminate breathing space for traditional planning06:34 - Wearing a microscope and telescope simultaneously for strategic foresight07:56 - Challenges faced by strategy leaders amid constant disruption09:25 - Engaging with signals from industry, social platforms, and signals in real-time10:49 - Managing multiple cohorts and stakeholder expectations during AI shifts12:28 - Mindset shifts needed to stay nimble in a volatile environment13:52 - Challenging assumptions quickly in a fast-paced AI world16:46 - The concept of solopreneurs and augmented intelligence for startups20:03 - Building digital twins for personal mastery and organizational legacy24:40 - Creating ecosystems of minds and AI agents for innovation28:55 - The debate: Are we outsourcing or augmenting our strategic thinking?31:52 - Breaking down solutions into parts to build consensus and clarity33:48 - Using AI for exploratory learning and decision augmentation36:17 - Shrinking decision timelines from weeks to hours with AI tools38:38 - Maintaining human ownership and accountability in AI-driven decisions41:16 - The future of leadership as a swarm of specialized agents or "agency" of AI44:37 - Trust as the foundation: AI as a mirror and partner, not a replacement48:47 - Practical AI hacks for personal productivity and self-augmentation55:12 - Enriching expertise through continuous learning and digital companions62:37 - Trust, integration, and leaving a legacy with AI-driven wisdom64:14 - Final thoughts on creating footprints for future generationsHost corner:Malthi SS, is CEO & Founder of SparkProd Consulting - a boutique product consulting firm. She is a seasoned global product leader, Start-Up Mentor and Freelance Product Coach and Trainer. She has more than 2 decades of professional experience in building global software products working with PayPal, Societe Generale, Intuit, SAP and EMC catering to millions of customers.🌟 S͇u͇b͇s͇c͇r͇i͇b͇e͇ t͇o͇ t͇h͇i͇s͇ Y͇o͇u͇T͇u͇b͇e͇ C͇h͇a͇n͇n͇e͇l͇ a͇n͇d͇ s͇t͇a͇y͇ a͇h͇e͇a͇d͇ i͇n͇ y͇o͇u͇r͇ p͇r͇o͇d͇u͇c͇t͇ m͇a͇n͇a͇g͇e͇m͇e͇n͇t͇ s͇k͇i͇l͇l͇s͇: https://www.youtube.com/@product-talk-with-malthi 🌟🔗Gᴇᴛ ɪɴ ᴛᴏᴜᴄʜ ᴡɪᴛʜ Mᴀʟᴛʜɪ:📧 Email: malthi@sparkprod.in🌐 Website : www.sparkprod.in🔹 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malthis👉𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐔𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢'𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: https://malthi.substack.com/

Season -2 Episode 3, Dr. Dinesh Chandrashekhar - Can AI really help in Strategic Thinking?

Discover how today's rapid technological shifts demand a strategic mindset that combines foresight with agility. Dr. Dinesh Chandrasekhar shares insights on evolving leadership, leveraging AI as a partner, and building resilient organizational strategies in an uncertain world.Key TopicsThe evolving role of a Chief Strategy Officer in the AI eraBalancing microscopic and telescopic views for strategic agilityHow AI accelerates decision-making and innovationBuilding a "digital twin" for personal and organizational growthThe importance of trust and symbiosis with AI toolsNavigating exponential change with signals and systemic thinkingThe shift from traditional enterprise to AI-native startupsDeveloping domain expertise over coding skillsThe future of leadership as AI-driven agencyPractical productivity hacks for leveraging AI and building personal toolsTimestamps00:00 - Introduction to AI's transformative impact on strategy02:18 - The embodied role of a Chief Strategy Officer in today’s fast-changing landscape04:45 - How rapid tech changes eliminate breathing space for traditional planning06:34 - Wearing a microscope and telescope simultaneously for strategic foresight07:56 - Challenges faced by strategy leaders amid constant disruption09:25 - Engaging with signals from industry, social platforms, and signals in real-time10:49 - Managing multiple cohorts and stakeholder expectations during AI shifts12:28 - Mindset shifts needed to stay nimble in a volatile environment13:52 - Challenging assumptions quickly in a fast-paced AI world16:46 - The concept of solopreneurs and augmented intelligence for startups20:03 - Building digital twins for personal mastery and organizational legacy24:40 - Creating ecosystems of minds and AI agents for innovation28:55 - The debate: Are we outsourcing or augmenting our strategic thinking?31:52 - Breaking down solutions into parts to build consensus and clarity33:48 - Using AI for exploratory learning and decision augmentation36:17 - Shrinking decision timelines from weeks to hours with AI tools38:38 - Maintaining human ownership and accountability in AI-driven decisions41:16 - The future of leadership as a swarm of specialized agents or "agency" of AI44:37 - Trust as the foundation: AI as a mirror and partner, not a replacement48:47 - Practical AI hacks for personal productivity and self-augmentation55:12 - Enriching expertise through continuous learning and digital companions62:37 - Trust, integration, and leaving a legacy with AI-driven wisdom64:14 - Final thoughts on creating footprints for future generationsHost corner:Malthi SS, is CEO & Founder of SparkProd Consulting - a boutique product consulting firm. She is a seasoned global product leader, Start-Up Mentor and Freelance Product Coach and Trainer. She has more than 2 decades of professional experience in building global software products working with PayPal, Societe Generale, Intuit, SAP and EMC catering to millions of customers.🌟 S͇u͇b͇s͇c͇r͇i͇b͇e͇ t͇o͇ t͇h͇i͇s͇ Y͇o͇u͇T͇u͇b͇e͇ C͇h͇a͇n͇n͇e͇l͇ a͇n͇d͇ s͇t͇a͇y͇ a͇h͇e͇a͇d͇ i͇n͇ y͇o͇u͇r͇ p͇r͇o͇d͇u͇c͇t͇ m͇a͇n͇a͇g͇e͇m͇e͇n͇t͇ s͇k͇i͇l͇l͇s͇: https://www.youtube.com/@product-talk-with-malthi 🌟🔗Gᴇᴛ ɪɴ ᴛᴏᴜᴄʜ ᴡɪᴛʜ Mᴀʟᴛʜɪ:📧 Email: malthi@sparkprod.in🌐 Website : www.sparkprod.in🔹 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malthis👉𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐔𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢'𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: https://malthi.substack.com/

Season 2- Episode 2 - Ranjeet Shyete - The Future of AI and Deep Tech in India

In this episode, Malthi SS engages with Ranjit Shyete, a deep tech venture capitalist, to explore India's position in the deep tech landscape. They discuss the challenges and opportunities within the Indian deep tech ecosystem, the role of venture capital, and the importance of government initiatives. Ranjit shares insights on successful startups, the semiconductor industry, and the significance of public good data sets in AI. The conversation also touches on the need for a product-first culture, the impact of automation, and the comparison between India and China in the global supply chain. The episode concludes with a rapid-fire round addressing myths and realities in deep tech.TakeawaysIndia is a significant consumer of AI technology.Deep tech leadership in India requires focus on specific areas.Venture capitalists need to be patient for deep tech investments.Successful startups often have strong founding teams and clear visions.The semiconductor industry in India faces challenges but has potential.Public good data sets can enable innovation in AI.AI can help bridge language gaps in India.Government funding is crucial for deep tech development.A product-first culture is essential for India's tech future.India must build frontier technologies to compete globally.Chapters00:00 Introduction to AI and Deep Tech in India05:20 Venture Capital Perspectives on Deep Tech10:18 EtherealX: A Case Study in Space Tech16:15 Public Good and Data Sets in AI24:11 Government Funding and Its Impact on Deep Tech32:52 The Role of Agentic AI in Automation39:33 Building Frontier Technologies for the Future44:36 Rapid Fire: Myths and Realities of Deep TechAI, Deep Tech, India, Venture Capital, Startups, Semiconductor, Public Good, Data Sets, Automation, Global Supply ChainHost corner:Malthi SS, is CEO & Founder of SparkProd Consulting - a boutique product consulting firm. She is a seasoned global product leader, Start-Up Mentor and Freelance Product Coach and Trainer. She has more than 2 decades of professional experience in building global software products working with PayPal, Societe Generale, Intuit, SAP and EMC catering to millions of customers.🌟 S͇u͇b͇s͇c͇r͇i͇b͇e͇ t͇o͇ t͇h͇i͇s͇ Y͇o͇u͇T͇u͇b͇e͇ C͇h͇a͇n͇n͇e͇l͇ a͇n͇d͇ s͇t͇a͇y͇ a͇h͇e͇a͇d͇ i͇n͇ y͇o͇u͇r͇ p͇r͇o͇d͇u͇c͇t͇ m͇a͇n͇a͇g͇e͇m͇e͇n͇t͇ s͇k͇i͇l͇l͇s͇: https://www.youtube.com/@product-talk-with-malthi 🌟🔗Gᴇᴛ ɪɴ ᴛᴏᴜᴄʜ ᴡɪᴛʜ Mᴀʟᴛʜɪ:📧 Email: malthi@sparkprod.in🌐 Website : www.sparkprod.in🔹 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malthis👉𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐔𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢'𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: https://malthi.substack.com/