Patrick Reynolds is the Co-Founder and Head of Product at Office Hours, an expert marketplace. Patrick started his career as a software engineer, before becoming a self-taught product designer and making the leap into product leadership. He has worked at an array of tech companies and startups including Affirm, Sweep, and Adobe.

Patrick's direct reports praise him for his exceptional thoughtfulness, noting his ability to remember personal details and small, meaningful actions that remove friction and boost morale. They describe him as a natural coach who not only sets high standards but also provides the necessary support and resources to achieve them.

In this episode, show creator and Fort Light founder Annie Riley sits down with Patrick, and they discuss:

• The difference between leadership and management
• How to prime yourself so it’s easy to spot opportunities to support your team
• The difference between a culture that inspires ambition vs. enforces it
• How to consume content for maximum ROI
• The best way to spot (and stop!) perfectionism

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