Product & Leadership Legacy - All Things Product Podcast with Teresa Torres & Petra Wille

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In this episode of All Things Product, Petra Wille and Teresa Torres dive into a big end-of-year reflection question: What do you want to be known for in your work?

They unpack the nuances of impact, craft, personal brand, and values—exploring how those ideas shape the footprints we leave behind in our teams, organizations, and the broader product community. Along the way, Petra and Teresa share personal stories, surprising insights, and a few lessons learned the hard way.

Whether you’re thinking about your own growth, preparing for career transitions, or just curious about how others reflect on their product practice, this episode offers both inspiration and pragmatic takeaways.

Key Takeaways:

• Why “legacy” can feel loaded—and better ways to frame the question.
• The difference between impact (what changes because of your work) and craft (what you hone for intrinsic reward).
• How personal brand and values influence what colleagues remember about you.
• Why feedback gaps can reveal blind spots—and how to proactively seek better input.
• Reflection prompts to carry into your Q4 (and beyond).

Resources & Links:

• Follow Teresa Torres: https://ProductTalk.org
• Follow Petra Wille: https://Petra-Wille.com

Mentioned in the episode:

• Petra’s Thought-Provoking Questions to Prompt Your End-of-Year Reflection
• Xing
• Teresa’s work on weekly customer interviews: Customer Interviews: How to Recruit, What to Ask, and How to Synthesize What You Learn
• Petra’s guide: The Product Leader’s Guide to Giving Feedback

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