⛰️ The Journey Beyond The Mind.

Testimonials & References

"Best words that describe Eric: "Zen Master" - Eric’s the most natural and effortless leader I've ever worked with" - Max Branzburg (former product partner and current VP of Product at Coinbase)

"Your coaching on staying calm in the face of stressful situations has changed dramatically improved my happiness at work and at home and started me on a road of exploring a whole other side of myself. Thank you for leaving a legacy of the strongest PM team I have ever worked with at LinkedIn - Greg Bayer (Current VP of Engineering at Magical, former Director of Engineering at LinkedIn and former engineering partner of Eric)

"I meditate daily. I take cold showers daily. I fast daily. I read books about Buddhism and mindfulness. I talk about being "calm and kind" and, more and more, even act this way. I would likely do none of these activities if you hadn't been my close colleague for 2+ years. LinkedIn defines leadership as "to inspire others to achieve a shared objective." Thanks to your leadership, I and many others are on our own Odysseys towards building better products and being better people. Thank you, my friend." - James Raybould, Sr Director of Product at LinkedIn (former product-partner of Eric)

"When people talk about championship teams, they often talk about the star studded players. But the secret to winning championships isn't always about talent; it's about having a leader and operator who understands how to use that talent effectively. Without a Phil Jackson, there would have never been championship(s) winning Chicago Bulls. You are our Phil Jackson; thank you for bringing us together. While you will be missed, I'm confident you'll move onto bigger, bolder, more ambitious things. Wishing you all the best of luck. I hope we'll cross paths again." - Leslie To (former PM on Eric’s team at Coinbase)

"Eric, from the first day I joined to now, it's been incredible to see you assemble and lead such a high-flying team. We all draw inspiration from your ability to keep the mind steady and execute ~effortlessly~. You will be sorely missed, I hope to see you share more of your philosophy on work and leadership with the world! Till our paths cross again - we'll all get a bit better everyday so we can keep pace at the next Barry's class..." - Anand (former PM on Eric’s team at Coinbase)

"Thank you for being our fearless yet zen leader the last 2 years. I know I speak for everyone when I say that you've helped us grow "beyond the office" and create a sustainable work-life balance while still crushing it. Looking forward to giving you kudos on peloton - until next time, friend :)" - Logan (former PM on Eric’s team who then joined Eric's new company, Coinbase)

"You bring a different and unique dimension to leadership with your calmness and zen mode. Thank for you being such an inspirational leader. I've really valued your guidance and mentorship"- Arpit Dhariwal (former co-worker of Eric, currently GPM at DoorDash)

"Eric, there are so many things to say, and I'm not nearly eloquent enough to say it. Working with you has been a complete joy, and remains the best decision of my career to join the team with you. It's been fulfilling on a professional level, but more importantly, on a personal level. I've learned a lot from you on how to do better at my job, but I'm more excited to have made such an amazing friend. - Brian Ta (former PM on Eric’s team)

"Eric, thank you for your mentorship that's helped me develop over the last 2 years. Your support and confidence in me has built me up to become a stronger leader, product thinker, and woman in tech." - Cherie (former PM on Eric’s team, Influencer and current MBA student at Stanford)

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