Break into Product Management: Insider's Blueprint to PM
What you'll learn
- Strategies for Breaking into Product Management
- Company and Industry Research Techniques
- Tailoring Resumes and Cover Letters
- Develop a Portfolio of Product Management Projects
- Understanding Job Requirements and Aligning Skills
- How to research companies
- Navigate job requirements & provide examples
- How to transition to PM from similar fields
- Where it's best to apply & not to apply
- Skills to develop for PM job
- PM courses
- How to make applying easier
- Networking with other PMs
- LinkedIn profile optimisation
- Stand out from other candidates
- Communicating with technical & non-technical stakeholders
- Build a simple PM portfolio
- Unusual PM portfolio ideas
- Online CV as portfolio item
- PM presentation during interviews
- How to take interview notes
- How to make a product matrix
- Suggestions for product improvement
Requirements
- No specific prerequisites required
- Suitable for learners of all backgrounds and skill levels
- Beginner-friendly course
- No prior experience or tools necessary
Description
Embarking on a journey to secure a coveted position in Product Management demands more than just passion—it requires a strategic approach, meticulous preparation, and the ability to stand out in a competitive field. In this course, I offer insights gleaned from my personal journey securing three distinct job offers in product management. Each step, each decision, is drawn from real-life experiences, providing you with a practical yet personal roadmap.
We begin with a welcoming introduction, setting the stage for what lies ahead. From there, we delve into the essentials of breaking into product management, blending insights from my path with practical tips for setting yourself apart. We discuss targeted learning, identifying the right opportunities, and the nuances of crafting standout applications.
The core of the course revolves around dissecting three pivotal job offers I received, from initial research phases to final negotiations. Gain insights into navigating job requirements, conducting comprehensive company and industry research, and tailoring your application to demonstrate unique value. Each section builds upon the last, offering a comprehensive view of the PM job market.
A significant focus is placed on creating a compelling PM portfolio. Through practical examples, such as developing a product management blog, pitching hardware ideas, and crafting an online CV, learn to effectively communicate your value proposition.
Concluding with a course outro, I summarize key takeaways and offer guidance on next steps, ensuring you're prepared to advance confidently in your career. This course is a personal narrative, sharing successes and lessons learned while maintaining a professional tone that respects your career aspirations.
Who this course is for:
- Individuals with a keen interest in product management, regardless of their current career stage
- Recent graduates seeking to enter the workforce and explore opportunities in product management
- Professionals transitioning from other roles into product management
- Anyone interested in honing their skills in company research, resume customization, interview preparation, and portfolio building specifically tailored for product management roles
- Entrepreneurs looking to enhance their product management knowledge to better manage their own products
- Tech enthusiasts who want to understand the fundamentals of product management to better collaborate with product managers
- Mid-career professionals aiming to boost their career by acquiring essential product management skills
- Students pursuing business or technology degrees who wish to specialize in product management and improve their job prospects
- Project managers who want to expand their expertise into the realm of product management
- Consultants looking to add product management to their skill set to provide better insights to their clients
Instructor
- 4.6 Instructor Rating
- 55 Reviews
- 5,874 Students
- 1 Course
I am a freelance Product Manager and Entrepreneur helping students in getting high-paying product management jobs and beyond.
I have worked with Directors, C-Level executives, and Senior Product Managers from Sony, Amazon, and TalkTalk. I am building a startup focused on product management and have a consulting side business specializing in product management strategies.
In my previous roles, I analyzed venture capital investments, M&A, and Big Tech, and consulted divisions on strategic investments related to product management. I am dedicated to helping ambitious individuals reach their full potential in the field of product management.