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A Dropbox Product Leader Describes the Mechanics — And Impact — of Working on Her TeamBrand Studio Logo
Olivia McClure Olivia McClure
Published on April 10, 2025

A Dropbox Product Leader Describes the Mechanics — And Impact — of Working on Her Team

Interim Head of Core Product Lyndsey Bauers shares what it’s like to be a product manager at the company and her team’s biggest priorities for 2024.

Built In Staff Built In Staff
Updated on April 10, 2025

The Agile Principles These Companies Live by — and Why

Industry, team size, customer base and a number of other variables play a role in determining which Agile principles make the most sense for your team to employ.

The Agile Principles These Companies Live by — and Why
Olivia McClure Olivia McClure
Updated on April 10, 2025

Cultivating a Mission-Driven Security Mindset

JPMorgan Chase’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) talks about cybersecurity’s pivotal role in safeguarding the largest financial institution in the United States.

Cultivating a Mission-Driven Security Mindset
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Adrienne Teeley Adrienne Teeley
Updated on April 10, 2025

Ready for a Product Career With Real Impact?

The members of West Monroe’s product team could work at any tech company. Here’s why their heads aren’t turning to look at new opportunities.

West Monroe team members working on a project together
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Brigid Hogan Brigid Hogan
Updated on April 10, 2025

The Making of Dropbox’ AI-First Product, Dropbox Dash

Avoid the productivity bottleneck of sorting through tabs, files and emails: Dropbox Dash offers an efficient way to navigate an array of cross-platform tools. Built In learned more about how a cross-functional team brought the product to life.

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Michael Hines Michael Hines
Updated on April 10, 2025

Thinking of Joining the Great Resignation? These Companies Are Hiring.

Love what you do — and where you do it.

Thinking of Joining the Great Resignation? These Companies Are Hiring.
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Jenny Lyons-Cunha Jenny Lyons-Cunha
Updated on April 10, 2025

Bringing the Magic of Snap’s Platform to an IRL Event

“Oh my goodness, someone is creating something with our technology — live, right in front of us.” The experience of Snap team members at the 2023 Snap Partner Summit underscored the magic their work brought to life. Here’s a peek behind the scenes.

Photo of keynote stage at SPS 2023 with Creator Panel featuring JoJo Siwa
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Brian Nordli Brian Nordli
Updated on April 10, 2025

Black Sales Reps Face Challenges Their Managers Overlook

Bias shapes interactions with coworkers and customers alike.

Black Sales Reps Face Challenges Their Managers Overlook
Updated on April 10, 2025

Why ‘Beginner’s Mind’ Is the Key to Professional Growth at Gemini

How this cryptocurrency exchange uses an ancient philosophical concept to unlock new opportunities for their team.

Why ‘Beginner’s Mind’ Is the Key to Professional Growth at Gemini
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