Product Powers - Human Skills for Product Thinkers to Thrive in the Age of AI
Future-proof your product career by mastering the human skills that AI can’t replicate easily—creativity, collaboration, and communication.
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Why Your Icebreakers Are Probably Failing
Jan Keck shares the transformation from traditional icebreakers to the more effective concept of 'ice melting' for fostering genuine connections. The conversation delves into techniques for initiating meaningful dialogue, the importance of vulnerability in group settings, and the impact of cultural differences on facilitation. Learn practical tips for enhancing virtual and in-person meetings, the evolving role of AI in facilitation, and how to make networking more impactful. 00:00 Introduction 01:47 The Art of Facilitation 03:19 Journey into Facilitation 05:27 The Power of Vulnerability 11:00 The Impact of Remote Work 13:38 Mastering Small Talk 16:57 Deep Conversations and Meaningful Connections 22:11 The Challenge of Interesting Updates 24:51 Setting the Tone in Conversations 26:32 The Icebreaker Dilemma 28:34 Ice Melting vs. Ice Breaking 30:59 Facilitation Challenges and Cultural Insights 38:18 The Future of Facilitation in the Age of AI 41:11 Final Thoughts and Superpower Wishes 43:59 Connecting and Engaging with Jan ⚡️ In each episode, Paddy Dhanda deep dives into a new human Superpower to help you thrive in the age of AI. Host: Paddy Dhanda Paddy works at the largest Tech training organisation in the UK and is passionate about helping tech professionals build human skills to thrive in the age of AI. Contact Paddy: paddy@superpowers.school Subscribe to my newsletter: 👉 Newsletter: https://www.superpowers.school/subscribe Guest: Jan Keck Connect with Jan www.jankeck.com www.linkedin.com/in/jankeck/ Get full access to Product Powers at www.superpowers.school/subscribe
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