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How do I pivot into Product Management?
How should I position myself for a promotion to Senior Product Manager?
What should I really focus on in the first 90 days of my new Product Manager role to be successful?
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The Tech Recruiter Intel Series: Tip #5 - Be PATIENT
Let’s be real: waiting sucks. Especially when you just had a great interview, they said they’d follow up soon… and then? Crickets. But what recruiters told me is a helpful reframe: "If we’re not getting back to you, we’re probably waiting too."
The Tech Recruiter Intel Series: Tip #4 - Be ENTHUSIASTIC
This may be the most underused lever in the entire hiring process: genuine enthusiasm. Recruiters told me they notice right away when someone is mailing it in. You can have the perfect resume, but if you show up flat, bored, or vague in the interview… it’s a no.
How to Get Past the Recruiter Stage of the Interview Process
Landing a recruiter interview is a significant first step in the job application process, but it’s just that—the first step. To get past the recruiter stage and move on to the next rounds, you need to be prepared and proactive. Here’s how to make a strong impression and increase your chances of advancing.
What You Really Need to Land a Product Management Job
When you're trying to land a Product Management job, it can feel like there’s a never-ending list of skills and credentials you should have to be considered for the role. But in reality, some of the things you might think are essential just aren’t. While many aspiring PMs think they need to know SQL, have an MBA or years of experience in Product, that’s not what really matters when applying for jobs.
Product Management Interview Questions: How to Prepare and Stand Out
The Product Management interview process is so well-known for being rigorous, often testing your strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and, quite frankly, your patience. Whether you're pivoting into Product Management or aiming for your next role, preparation is key to standing out.
The Biggest Challenges of Landing Your First Product Management Job
I get it. You feel that you’re doing everything right, following all the advice, but the growth seems slow. While the demand for Product Managers continues to rise, landing a Product job right now seems to feel like a lottery. The key to overcoming these hurdles is understanding them and taking proactive steps to grow in the right direction…
How to Become a Product Manager Without Prior Experience
Pivoting into Product Management for the first time can feel like planting a seed in unfamiliar soil—you know it has the potential to grow, but you’re not sure what it needs to thrive. Many aspiring Product Managers worry they don’t have the "right" background, but the reality is, the most successful PMs come from diverse career paths. Hell, I started in the film industry…
Why Your Resume Isn’t Landing Interviews (And What to Do About It)
If you’ve been applying for Product Management jobs but aren’t getting interviews, you might be wondering: What am I doing wrong? Let’s walk through why your resume might not be working like you’d hope…
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