In this special episode, we chat with Angela, a Wharton grad who started in investment banking at RBC Capital Markets before pivoting to tech. After realizing she wanted to explore her creative side, Angela hustled her way into a product role at Autodesk, quickly rising to a Group PM position within three years. She then led product teams at major tech companies like Brex and Meta. We dive into Angela's journey from banking to product management, discuss how the role has evolved, and explore the future of product management in the era of AI. Whether you're into product, tech, or just looking f ..read more

Andrew was a senior product manager intern at Amazon, and currently a second-year MBA student at Harvard Business School. In this episode, Andrew and I focus on the product recruitment process. Topics range from the approach to applications, effective sources of prep content, a breakdown of the different types of interviews, the struggles of the process, and dealing with rejection from interviews. This is a critical podcast for you if you’re thinking about or are currently recruiting for a product manager position ..read more

Jesar is a product manager at Whatsapp. Previously Jesar worked as a product manager at Codecademy and was part of the inaugural twitter APM class. Jesar and I talk through: her journey into product management, her experiences with the Twitter APM program, her thoughts on the product interview process, the challenges that she faces as she reflects on her career as a PM, and her approach to these challenges ..read more

Jenny is a product designer at NextDoor, a social networking platform for neighbourhoods based in San Francisco. Jenny previously worked at Shopify and Wattpad. In this episode, Jenny and I chat about the super critical relationship between a product designer and a product manager. The conversation covers: how to give feedback on designs, the role that designers play in product development, how to practice “design” thinking, and the differences between product design and graphic design. Sponsored by nomilkshop.com ..read more

Adam is the head of product at Flinks, a fintech company based in Canada. In this episode Adam and I chat about his path into product management, how he quickly made his way into a product leadership role, how he was able to accelerate and grow his career as a PM, what it means to be a product leader, and his thoughts on hiring great PMs ..read more

Welcome to episode 21 of LitPM! Today, we’re joined by the amazing Stephany, currently a Group PM at Atlassian. Stephany has an impressive background, having worked at notable startups like Glossier and Attentive, and kicking off her journey with the renowned Google APM internship. Post-college, she joined Facebook's rotational product manager program, where she contributed to key features like Instagram Stories. In this episode, we dive deep into Stephany's career and her unique perspective on product management. We explore her entry into the field, the various archetypes of product managers ..read more

We are celebrating Episode 20! ?  Join us as we welcome Stephen, co-founder of Arena, a powerful decentralized crypto exchange that's all about making alt-coin trading a breeze. From landing a spot in Meta's coveted RPM program fresh out of College to becoming an entrepreneur and co-founding Arena, Stephen has gone through it all and has minted his resume. Tune in as he shares his secrets to acing product interviews and navigating the startup landscape. Whether you're chasing your dream job or plotting your entrepreneurial adventure, this episode is your roadmap to success. Timestamps ..read more

Ryan is a senior product manager at Disney Streaming. Ryan shares his experiences of being laid off from a product role at Zola during the global pandemic and how he bounced back to land a senior product role with Disney within 4 weeks. The has been extremely difficult for people across the world and we hope that this episode will be helpful to anyone looking for a new role during this period. Episode Transcription 2:15 - Background information leading up to layoffs 8:51 - Urgency to getting a new job 11:25 - Actions after  lay off 14:42 - Networking + Mock interviews 21:40 - Dealing with ..read more

Join us on this episode of LitPM for an insightful chat with our homie Ben! He went from the first Risk hire at Gusto to a Product Manager, and he's sharing his journey with us. Learn how he navigated the transition, talked to his boss, and identified the perfect company for career growth. We'll also delve into the highs and lows of product management and how Ben's now using his experience to start his own company. If you're aiming for a career shift, this episode is a must-listen. Hit play and enjoy! Timestamps: (2:56) - Introduction and background (7:47) - Thinking about breaking into pr ..read more

Our guest today is Sam, a product manager who shares her two-year odyssey, navigating from her background in electrical engineering to the unfamiliar terrain of product management. We journey alongside Sam as she deliberates between traditional education routes like an MBA and more specialized options like product bootcamps. Discover why she ultimately chose the immersive environment of a product bootcamp, specifically the renowned Co.Lab program, which offers students a simulated work experience mirroring real-life product management scenarios. For those considering a career pivot into tech ..read more