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Every book Eeke de Milliano recommended on podcasts

Key facts

  • Eeke de Milliano has recommended or discussed 2 books on podcasts, as of February 2, 2023.
  • Eeke de Milliano has talked about books on 1 podcast, as of February 2, 2023.
  • Those books came up in 1 episode, as of February 2, 2023.
  • The 2 books Eeke de Milliano has mentioned in the most episodes, as of February 2, 2023: Bird by Bird and Scaling People.
  • The latest episode with a book mention from Eeke de Milliano aired on February 2, 2023.

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Guest on Lenny's Podcast · 2 books · 1 episode across 1 podcast

Eeke de Milliano, with experience at Retool and Stripe, appeared on Lenny's Podcast to discuss how to foster innovation and encourage big thinking. When Lenny asked her about books she often recommends to others, she offered two distinct recommendations. First, Eeke recommended Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life by Anne Lamott. She described the book as incredible, touching, and truly great, while noting her belief that product managers should also be great writers, making the title particularly relevant for them. Second, Eeke recommended Scaling People by Claire Hughes Johnson, noting that the book was forthcoming at the time of recording. Eeke shared that she had a very small hand in ghostwriting for Claire during the drafting process and mentioned that she still utilizes and recommends several of the management tactics detailed within the text, highlighting its practical utility for leaders navigating organizational growth.

Books Eeke de Milliano recommended or discussed

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  1. Bird by Bird

    Anne Lamott · Recommended · 1 episode

    Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott is a widely celebrated guide to writing that offers humorous, practical advice on the creative process and navigating life.

    Recommended
    “Bird by bird instructions on writing and Life by Anne lamott. It's incredible. so touching really great. also I think product managers should be great writers so love that”
    Lenny's Podcast How to foster innovation and big thinking | Eeke de Milliano (Retool, … 2023-02-02 Listen at 58:52
    Where to get it
    Listen free with an Audible trialAmazon

  2. Scaling People

    Claire Hughes Johnson · Recommended · 1 episode

    Scaling People by Claire Hughes Johnson is a practical management and company-building guide written by a former Stripe executive to help leaders navigate everyday organizational challenges.

    Recommended
    “and then the other book that I was going to say but I'm glad you mentioned Claire is Claire's book scaling people which is coming out I had a very small hand in ghost writing for her a little bit in the first draft”
    Lenny's Podcast How to foster innovation and big thinking | Eeke de Milliano (Retool, … 2023-02-02 Listen at 59:08
    Where to get it
    Listen free with an Audible trialAmazon

Appearances

EpisodePodcastDateBooks
How to foster innovation and big thinking | Eeke de Milliano (Retool, Stripe)Lenny's Podcast2023-02-022