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Stories by ssentially

Podcast by Schuyler Vandersluis

English

Technology & science

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This podcast explores the intersection of leadership, technology, and problem-solving. Through case studies, industry trends, and deep dives into real-world challenges, we uncover how products are built, scaled, and transformed. Some episodes feature the journeys of founders and product leaders, while others break down systemic issues shaping the tech landscape—offering insights that go beyond individual success stories. Whether you’re in product, tech, or just curious about the forces driving innovation, this podcast brings you strategic takeaways and compelling narratives from the front lines of change.

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25 episodes

episode Nonsense Product Management | Post-Interview Day-to-day Breakdown artwork

Nonsense Product Management | Post-Interview Day-to-day Breakdown

I’m a product manager with a mechanical engineering background, and in this video I walk through what product management actually looks like day to day—right after coming out of a job interview while it’s all fresh. I break down how the PM role changes depending on company stage, why the work spans everything from customer needs and strategy to technical constraints and bug triage, and how I think about turning ambiguous problems into clear specs. I share my approach to PRDs and user stories, aligning early with leadership, partnering with design and engineering, and setting success criteria so teams can ship confidently. I also get into the reality of QA in staging, protecting sprint focus, prioritizing tradeoffs, and reducing “design drift” and rework once execution starts. If you’re curious what it really takes to be effective as a PM—or you’re prepping for interviews and want a practical, non-fluffy breakdown—this one’s for you. #ProductManagement #ProductManager #TechCareers #ProductStrategy #PMInterview #StartupLife #ProductDevelopment #CareerGrowth #UserExperience #BuildingProducts

4 Mar 2026 - 22 min
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My Identity Crisis Turned Into My Leadership Philosophy

I'm sharing something more personal than usual: my “leadership journey” — and how it’s shaped the way I’ve shown up online, built my voice, and learned (sometimes the hard way) what it means to practice agency in public. This is the longer arc behind the “why”: growing up in Colorado Springs, navigating identity and belonging, learning to “perform” a persona to fit in, and how that ultimately fed into empathy — the ability to step into other people’s shoes, understand users, and communicate with clarity. From Boulder to San Francisco, this is a story about becoming more honest, building resilience, and choosing a path that prioritizes impact, legacy, and being fully yourself. Video available at ssentially.com

14 Feb 2026 - 22 min
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Stepping Into Her Shoes: A Man’s Reflection on Being a Woman Today

A reflective narrative exploring what it means to be a woman in September 2025, as Epstein survivors break their silence and demand justice while navigating an increasingly challenging political landscape. Through the lens of a man imagining life in a woman's shoes, this piece examines the daily calculations of safety, the erosion of rights, and the fierce resilience that persists despite systemic obstacles. It captures both the exhaustion of fighting for basic dignity and the hope that emerges from collective courage—honoring the voices of those who refuse to be silenced and the underground networks of solidarity that sustain them through uncertain times. #WomenVoices #EpsteinSurvivors #SpeakTruth #WomensRights #Resilience #BreakTheSilence #JusticeForSurvivors #StandTogether #CourageousWomen #NeverQuiet #SolidatityOverSilence #BelieveSurvivors #WomenSupport #TruthTelling #Hope

6 Sep 2025 - 5 min
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