Episode 17
From Idea to MVP: Building Products That Stick - With Emily Parks
Bringing a product to life is a journey. Emily, a seasoned product manager, shares insights on rapid prototyping, testing ideas, and launching a minimum viable product that actually resonates.
July 1, 2025
1hr 25min
Episode Highlights
- The biggest mistakes teams make when launching
- How to validate ideas quickly
- The role of user feedback in shaping product
- When to pivot versus when to double down
Episode 1: The Story Behind the Lens
Episode Summary
Special Guest
Emily Parks
Emily Parks is a seasoned product manager with over a decade of experience launching and scaling digital products. She has led teams at top tech companies and startups, specializing in rapid prototyping, user validation, and go-to-market strategies. Passionate about building products that truly resonate, Emily helps teams turn big ideas into real solutions that users love.
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