GHP#98 - How Ramp Builds Product With Geoff Charles

The Generation Hustle Podcast

How did Geoff Charles, VP of Product at Ramp, go from a background in consulting and finance to revolutionizing the world of product management in tech? In this fascinating conversation, we discuss the evolution of product roles, the importance of collaboration, and prioritizing value creation.

We dive deep into Geoff's role at Ramp, the critical aspects of product management in tech startups, and his approach to making decisions that drive the company forward. Geoff also shares insights on building a successful company, including understanding the Total Addressable Market, tailoring the product playbook to the specific business, and designing a product that leverages top engineering talent.

Finally, we explore the world of AI in product management, the importance of data privacy, and how technology can be used as a tool to empower people.

Timestamps:

Geoff Charles' Background and Transition to Product Management [00:02:45]

The Role of Product Management [00:13:36]

Prioritizing Relationships with Engineers [00:15:25]

Challenging TAM [00:21:08]

User Experience at Ramp [00:28:29]

Ramp's Target Market and Differentiation [00:34:02]

Biggest Mistake at Ramp [00:40:30]

Fear Mongering and AI [00:46:42]

Cultivating Happiness [00:49:37]

Lightning Round [00:51:34]