Inside innovation: coaching emerging tech founders with Adam Judelson

Today, on Innovation Talks, we explore the intricacies of innovation coaching for emerging tech founders. We also discuss various strategies for integrating digital and analytical capabilities and the vital role of company culture in driving innovation. Our guest, Adam Judelson, brings a wealth of experience from both the public and private sectors, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by today’s tech entrepreneurs.

Adam Judelson is a veteran in the field of product market fit with a rich background that spans government national security work, leading roles in tech companies like Palantir, and a successful career as a founder, CEO, and product coach. His company, First Principles, specializes in supporting both digital products and hybrid hardware-software companies in the emerging tech space. Adam’s deep understanding of the product development lifecycle and his passion for mentoring product managers set him apart as a pioneer in innovation coaching.

"Understand that risk-taking is part of the game.
To innovate, you must be willing to leap into the unknown and trust the process."
~Adam Judelson

This week on Innovation Talks:

• The importance of aligning company culture with innovation goals to avoid friction points.
• Different models companies can use to integrate digital and analytics capabilities, including acquisitions and in-house development.
• Adam’s transition from government national security work to Palantir, where he doubled growth for Palantir Gotham.
• Valuable lessons from Adam’s experience mentoring product managers who achieved significant career success.
• The trend of big corporations seeking innovation collaborations with startups, particularly in the digital product space.
• Natural strengths and the importance of building a network of people with fascinating stories.
• Essential skills for product managers, emphasizing communication with engineers and customers.
• Testing, prototyping, and developing ideas before market validation is necessary if they represent a deep underlying need.

Resources and contact information:

• Adam Judelson’s Emergent Product Newsletter and Podcast.
• Connect with Adam Judelson on LinkedIn. 

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