Padraig McKee

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Head of Product Design

I've spent 15+ years designing B2B SaaS products from 0→1 and scaling them. Currently I lead product design at Treams, a performance management platform that turns teams into high performers. I write about design, product thinking, and what it actually takes to ship.

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Books I've read: 2026–2022

A running list of books I've read since 2022. Plus a handful from the past that changed how I think.

Books I've read: 2026–2022

A running list of books I've read since 2022. Plus a handful from the past that changed how I think.

If work is a pleasure, life is joy

Four weeks into my role as the first product designer at Treams. Reflections on product strategy, craft, meaningful work, and being part of a team again.

If work is a pleasure, life is joy

Four weeks into my role as the first product designer at Treams. Reflections on product strategy, craft, meaningful work, and being part of a team again.

Leaving PR.co after 11 years

A short reflection on leaving PR.co after 11 years, the people I shared the journey with, and the start of a new chapter.

Leaving PR.co after 11 years

A short reflection on leaving PR.co after 11 years, the people I shared the journey with, and the start of a new chapter.

Less vibe, more intent

Vibe coding captured a moment in time. A reflection on what came next.

Less vibe, more intent

Vibe coding captured a moment in time. A reflection on what came next.

Great work has rhythm

Thoughts on balancing speed with clarity in product work, and why the best work comes from knowing when to switch between the two.

Great work has rhythm

Thoughts on balancing speed with clarity in product work, and why the best work comes from knowing when to switch between the two.

Full circle commands

A story about my granddad’s computer lessons and how they became my way of helping him decades later

Full circle commands

A story about my granddad’s computer lessons and how they became my way of helping him decades later

Discovering personal values as a team

A simple values exercise led to designing a creative and intimate workshop for our team retreat.

Discovering personal values as a team

A simple values exercise led to designing a creative and intimate workshop for our team retreat.

Choosing my path

The journey in choosing myself and letting go.

Choosing my path

The journey in choosing myself and letting go.