Meghna Shah: Bridging the Gap Between Coaching and Consulting with Two in a Box

In this episode of the Women in Product podcast, Meghna Shah of PWC joins Cassie Campbell to discuss the intersection of consulting and coaching in product management. Shah explains the importance of teaching clients how to build product management disciplines, using the analogy of teaching them to fish rather than just delivering the fish. They explore the mindset shifts required to succeed with agile and product management approaches, emphasizing the importance of coaching in making these shifts. Shah shares insights on the 'two in a box' model, where a coach and a product manager work together to ensure skill transfer. The discussion also includes strategies for influencing cross-functional teams, storytelling in product management, and the importance of continuous learning and adapting to technology changes.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:37 Meghna Shah's Background and Role at PWC

01:23 The Importance of Coaching in Consulting

02:09 Mindset Shifts and Agile Practices

03:37 Influence and Stakeholder Engagement

04:09 Technology's Evolving Role in Business

05:24 Coaching for Continuous Improvement

13:42 Success Story: Financial Services Organization

17:45 Roles in Agile and Product Management

21:54 Understanding the Value Chain

26:33 Characteristics of Effective Product Teams

30:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

✨Where to find Meghna:

• On LinkedIn

💫 Where to find Cassie:

• On LinkedIn 

• At Cassie Camp - Learn more about product leadership coaching and fractional product leadership

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