Emma Townley-SmithinPath to ProductThe #1 Startup Hiring MistakeReading through my Medium posts, you could conclude that I’m obsessed with mistakes. It’s probably true — as a product manager I’m…May 152May 152
Emma Townley-SmithinPath to ProductOne framework to rule them allChopping wood in early-stage product managementMay 15May 15
Emma Townley-SmithinPath to ProductWhich startup should I join?Evaluating early-stage opportunitiesJul 6, 20221Jul 6, 20221
Emma Townley-SmithinPath to ProductThe Curse of CredentialsLeaning on credentials too much can bias our thinking, and lead us down the wrong path for how we hire, lead, and build.Jul 3, 2022Jul 3, 2022
Emma Townley-SmithinPath to ProductNotes from Day 1, User 1Since stumbling into Silicon Valley, “Day 1, User 1” has been on my bucket list.Jul 3, 2022Jul 3, 2022
Emma Townley-SmithinPath to ProductThe Product Manager’s Hierarchy of NeedsIn order to be that PM everyone wants to work with and hire — what do you need from your team, leaders, and company?Mar 27, 2021Mar 27, 2021
Emma Townley-SmithinPath to ProductBuilding remote relationships that matterNo all-team virtual happy hours necessary.Mar 1, 2021Mar 1, 2021
Emma Townley-SmithWhy People Start, and Why They Keep GoingInsights from building behavior change productsJan 24, 2021Jan 24, 2021
Emma Townley-SmithinPath to ProductProduct Manager to People ManagerI have found managing people as a PM to be both easier and harder than I expected, in ways that flouted the typical leadership advice.Jan 19, 2021Jan 19, 2021
Emma Townley-SmithinPath to ProductMachine Learning is a Hammer.Is your product a nail?Oct 19, 20202Oct 19, 20202