Calling Operator with Laura Nicol

Ep 2. Daragh Kan, from falling into hospitality at 13 to becoming the first product hire at Mr. Yum

Episode Summary

Daragh Kan was turned down from a job at Mcdonald's at 13 for being too young, so he went down the road and worked in the pub (It was Ireland). From there, he started a hugely impressive hospitality career, from opening his first venue at 21 to operating 20+ venues across Australia, but with covid came an opportunity to explore his interest in tech- landing a role as the first product manager at Mr Yum. Daragh is now a senior product manager with some excellent insights into being a PM, skills to hone in on and helpful resources for anyone looking for a career in product (which I've linked below!).

Episode Notes

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Marty Cagan, INSPIRED: How to Create Tech Products Customers Love

Lenny Rachitsky ‘what is product management

Getting things done, David Allan 

Stolen focus, why you can’t pay attention, Johann Hari