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What makes building a marketplace so much harder than SaaS? In our latest episode of Product Leaders Podcast, Ilai Szpiezak breaks down the challenge of managing two audiences at once and why marketplaces are so tough to scale. Key takeaways from Ilai’s experience: • Unlike SaaS, marketplaces need to attract and sustain both buyers and sellers, without one, the other won’t stick around. • One side is always easier to acquire, while the other is much harder. Getting the balance right is what makes or breaks a marketplace. • Without enough engagement on both sides, even the best idea will struggle to gain traction. If you’ve ever tried to build or scale a marketplace, you know how difficult it can be to get both sides to engage. So this is something you’ll definitely want to hear more about. #SaaS #ProductLeadership #Orbis #ProductLeadersPod Ben Moulton

Want to work in high-performance trading tech? Chronicle Software specialises in low-latency, high-throughput systems for the financial services industry—where speed, reliability, and compliance are non-negotiable. Fun fact: Orbis has placed 90% of the talent at Chronicle. We focus on finding exceptional talent in performance engineering, software development, and financial infrastructure—professionals who can build the systems that power global trading. We’re pleased to share Chronicle Software's latest article on regulatory compliance in algorithmic trading, offering a sharp look at how firms can meet growing demands while maintaining competitive edge. If you're in this space—or want to be—this is essential reading.  

At Orbis, we don’t just talk about teamwork — we live it. Recently, some of our top consultants hit the slopes in Val d'Isère, and let’s just say it wasn’t all smooth skiing. Between epic wipeouts, some... very creative dance moves, and bruises that’ll last a lifetime, we proved that while we’re serious about delivering results, we’re even better at making memories (and falling over in the process). The views were incredible, the skiing less so — but that’s what makes us great at what we do. At Orbis, we know how to balance work with a bit of chaos, and yes, we’re that cool. Who says consultants can’t have fun? We’re living proof they can (even if it’s face first into the snow). #OrbisAdventures #SkiTripDisasters #ConsultantsGoneWild #BruisesAndBusiness #FunAtWork #ValdIsereChaos #WorkHardPlayHard

The latest episode of Product Leaders Podcast just dropped, and this one’s all about resilience, reinvention, and what it takes to turn a crisis into success. In this clip, Ilai Szpiezak co-founder of Dophin. Al, reflects on one of the most remarkable comebacks in tech… How Airbnb lost 90% of its revenue in a single week during the pandemic and still found a way to survive, rebuild, and go public. When everything is on the line, the best founders don’t just react—they rethink. They focus on the core problem they’re solving, adapt fast, and make bold decisions when it matters most. Ilai offers his own lessons on navigating uncertainty, building from scratch, and staying focused on what really drives a product forward. #ProductLeadership #Orbis #ProductLeadersPod Ben Moulton

Warm-up act? Ben Moulton and Thai Silvera had it covered. Before Intersection of Data & Product even started, these two were already bringing the energy. A bit of product chat, a bit of fun, and a lot of laughs—standard Orbis behaviour, really. Consider this the unofficial opening ceremony: no slides, no agenda, just two colleagues catching up and setting the tone for what turned out to be a top-notch event. If you thought product people were all spreadsheets and stand-ups… think again. #IntersectionOfDataAndProduct #OrbisOnTour #EventEnergy #ProductChatWithPersonality

What do start-ups really talk about when the mics are off? At our Austin Roundtable, founders swapped war stories—from dodgy data to AWOL engineers and customers who ghost post-onboarding. Swipe through for straight-up insights on scaling an AI business—less pitch, more punch. #AIStartups #ScalingAI #OrbisInsights #TechRoundtable #StartupReality #FoundersInTheWild #AustinTech Matt Herselman

The World is Your Talent Pool! Great teams aren’t built by limiting your hiring to one city, one country, or one timezone. At Orbis, we connect businesses with top talent globally, ensuring you hire the best—wherever they are. Hiring beyond borders isn’t the future. It’s happening now. Are you in? #GlobalTalent #RemoteHiring #TheBestHireWins

Mental Health at Work: More Than Just a Policy In today’s fast-paced work environment, mental health has moved from a peripheral concern to a central focus in many organisations. Yet, despite the growing awareness, many businesses still struggle to go beyond the basics and make a tangible impact. Creating a supportive and healthy work environment goes beyond offering wellness programmes—it’s about fostering a culture of understanding, providing real support, and implementing sustainable strategies. Our latest white paper, Mental Health at Work: dives deep into the challenges businesses face when it comes to workplace mental health and explores actionable solutions to overcome them. From creating an inclusive environment to providing effective mental health support, we’ll guide you through the best practices that can truly transform your approach. Download the full white paper to understand how you can create a lasting, positive change that not only enhances wellbeing but also drives better business outcomes. 🔗 Link in comments. #MentalHealthAtWork #WorkplaceWellbeing #Leadership #HR #CompanyCulture #EmployeeEngagement #MentalHealthMatters #BusinessStrategy #WorkplaceSupport

Candid Career Coach blog is live! What happens when your best team member feels stuck—but a promotion just isn’t possible? It’s more than just titles. Keeping top talent happy and engaged requires fresh strategies and new ways to challenge them. In our latest blog, we break down how to keep your star performers motivated—even when upward mobility isn’t an option. Don’t miss these real insights on how to create a winning culture for the long haul. Link in the comments for the full read! #TeamSuccess #CareerGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment

What do you get when you mix top product minds, a deep dive into data, and a bit of friendly bribery in the form of Checkout.com socks? A fantastic evening at Checkout.com’s HQ in London with the Orbis product community! Teaming up with the Checkout.com crew, we gathered product and data pros for an event packed with brilliant insights, lively conversations, and some lucky attendees walking away with the most stylish socks in fintech. Suvagata Roy, Principal Product Manager at Checkout, kicked things off with a cracking talk on why product managers and data are a match made in heaven. Carolina Corvo Carvalheira, Group Product Manager, followed with some top-tier insights on how her teams use data to sharpen their craft. Then came our expert panel: -Beatrice D., Senior Manager of Data Analytics at Checkout.com -Anthony Cosgrove MBE, Founder at Harbr Data -Marcelo Vilela, Principal Product Manager for Data at Skyscanner -Deena Rashid Shahrabani, Senior Product Manager at TransferGo They tackled audience questions on data product management, measuring customer value, and those all-too-familiar industry challenges. A huge shoutout to the Checkout team—especially Jack Prior, Senior Technical Recruiter, for making it all happen—and to everyone who joined. PS: Big thanks to Ben Moulton for all his brilliant work behind the scenes! Want insights from the event and a heads-up on future ones? The link to subscribe is in the comments. See you at the next one! #ProductManagement #DataDriven #TechCommunity #Orbis #CheckoutDotCom #Networking #ProductStrategy #Fintech #DataAnalytics