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#3: Tech, Product & Leadership – A Deep Dive with Jonathan Shottan

Priyanka Shinde Season 1 Episode 3

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In this special episode, we welcome Jonathan Shottan (Show-Tan)—a visionary leader shaping the future of fitness technology and digital wellness.

In this episode, we dive into:

  • The future of fitness tech and connected wellness
  • How product and content strategy can drive growth
  • Insights from leading at top-tier companies like Facebook and Pinterest
  • Lessons in scaling startups and navigating product-market fit
  • What it takes to build tech that transforms human behavior

Get ready for a high-impact conversation with Jonathan Shottan as we explore the intersection of product innovation, leadership, and digital transformation.

📌 Connect with Jonathan - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jshottan/

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00:00 – Intro

01:10 – Guest Introduction

03:50 – Jonathan’s Journey & Background

12:10 – Leadership Style & Approach

19:00 – Leading Products Across Different Environments

25:00 – Adapting Product Strategy to Customer Segments

27:45 – Room for Exploration in Product Development

29:55 – Navigating Hardware vs. Software Product Challenges

32:50 – What Makes Tonal Unique

35:00 – Insights on Physiotherapy & Wellness Integration

38:00 – Vision for the Next 5–10 Years

43:45 – Leading High-Impact Product Teams

47:00 – Role of AI in Product Strategy

52:40 – Founder's Mindset & Product Thinking

55:50 – Strategy vs. Education vs. Leadership: Budget Allocation

57:45 – Final Thoughts 

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▶ About the Priyanka Shinde

I am an AI Product Leader and Execution Strategist with a proven track record of building, scaling, and delivering AI-powered innovations. With experience at Meta and Cruise, I have helped businesses leverage AI for growth, efficiency, and real-world impact. As an Executive Coach, Startup Advisor, Keynote Speaker, and Author, I am passionate about guiding leaders, entrepreneurs, and product teams to navigate the evolving AI landscape.
From developing cutting-edge AI solutions to mentoring the next generation of innovators, my mission is to bridge the gap between technology and execution—empowering businesses to thrive in the AI-driven future.

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