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…3 min read·3 days ago----
Emma Townley-SmithinPath to ProductOne framework to rule them allChopping wood in early-stage product management3 min read·3 days ago----
Emma Townley-SmithinPath to ProductWhich startup should I join?Evaluating early-stage opportunities5 min read·Jul 6, 2022--1--1
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.3 min read·Jul 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.3 min read·Jul 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?4 min read·Mar 27, 2021----
Emma Townley-SmithinPath to ProductBuilding remote relationships that matterNo all-team virtual happy hours necessary.3 min read·Mar 1, 2021----
Emma Townley-SmithWhy People Start, and Why They Keep GoingInsights from building behavior change products4 min read·Jan 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.4 min read·Jan 19, 2021----
Emma Townley-SmithinPath to ProductMachine Learning is a Hammer.Is your product a nail?6 min read·Oct 19, 2020--2--2