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Becoming an AI Product Manager without a Technical AI background
Breaking into AI product management doesn’t require you to be a machine learning engineer—but it does require you to understand the unique skill set, mindset, and credibility needed to succeed. In this webinar, I’ll share how PMs and aspiring PMs can enter the AI space without a technical AI background. Drawing from my experience leading AI-powered product initiatives at top tech companies, I’ll break down the core skills you need, how to build trust with cross-functional AI teams, and how to identify high-impact AI use cases that drive real business value. I’ll also share my advice on transitioning into an AI PM role—including the different AI PM archetypes in the market, how to chart a viable path to make the transition, how to decide between opportunities in big tech versus startups, and the trade-offs each path offers. This session will be a mix of practical frameworks, real-world examples, and actionable next steps that you can apply immediately.
Proving the ROI of AI: How PMs Turn Models into Business Impact
Proving the ROI of AI: How PMs Turn Models into Business Impact AI means nothing without outcomes. This session teaches PMs how to connect model metrics (precision, recall) to product metrics (conversion, retention) and ultimately to business value. Using the Taskly case study, learn how to measure, communicate, and sell AI impact to executives and stakeholders. Learning Objectives Master the AI ROI Formula: Model → Feature → User → Business → ROI. Build an Impact Dashboard to track user and business improvements from AI features. Craft persuasive narratives that win stakeholder support for AI initiatives.
Landing Your Dream Product Management Role
In this panel, Becca O., James F., and Jerusalem D. will share what it really takes to land your dream role in product management. From breaking in without prior experience to standing out in competitive interviews, you’ll hear insider strategies from experts who have helped candidates succeed at leading tech companies. You’ll walk away with actionable tips on crafting a compelling story, mastering product sense questions, and avoiding the most common mistakes applicants make. Whether you’re just starting to explore PM or actively preparing for interviews, this session will equip you with the clarity and confidence to take the next step in your career.
Creating a Defensible Moat
This resource explains how to identify and build a defensible moat for your product, helping you create sustainable competitive advantages that protect long-term success.
Worksheet: What is Your Tech Stack?
This worksheet helps you map out and reflect on the tools, platforms, and technologies you use most, giving you a clearer picture of your current tech stack and how it supports your work.
Land a Role as a Shopify APM - Applications Open Now
The Shopify Apprentice Product Manager (APM) cohort for Winter 2026 is open now and this workshop is your live chance to give your application the edge. In this session, coach Rahim D. (Senior Product Manager at Atlassian, former Product Lead and Hiring Manager at Shopify) will break down everything you need to nail the Shopify APM application before it closes. You’ll get real-time strategies for crafting your story, acing the case interview, and highlighting the right experiences even if you’re early in your product journey. Applications close September 26, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST, so this is time-sensitive—plus, you can book personalized 1:1 coaching with Rahim by visiting his profile to sharpen your resume, mock interviews, or application responses before you hit submit.
Crack the Behavioral Interview: Tell Stories that Win PM Offers
Join expert coach Elana A. to learn how to transform everyday experiences into compelling narratives that captivate your audience and drive results. Whether you're preparing for an interview, pitching a product feature, or leading a cross-functional discussion, this workshop will equip you with the tools to craft stories that spark excitement, influence decisions, and leave a lasting impression. By the end, you'll have a structured approach to telling stories that not only showcase your skills and vision but also inspire action and engagement from stakeholders. The workshop aims to help people breaking into product have the tools to present their most authentic selves to recruiters and highlight the value they drive.
AMA with Former AI Product at Amazon and RBC
Curious about what it takes to break into AI product management—or how to grow your career in the rapidly evolving world of AI? In this AMA session, you’ll have the chance to hear directly from Avinash M., a Leland coach and former AI Product Lead at the Royal Bank of Canada. Avinash will share his journey leading AI initiatives at scale, what companies are really looking for in AI PMs, and how you can build the skills and experiences that set you apart. He’ll also take your questions on everything from landing interviews to navigating technical conversations as a PM. Whether you’re early in your career or looking to pivot into AI, this is your chance to learn from someone who’s been at the forefront of the field.
Find Your Superpower: Win in the Fast-Changing PM World
The product management world is evolving faster than ever—and the best PMs know how to adapt, stand out, and lead with their unique strengths. In this workshop, Sunny S.—a Product Manager at Atlassian who has coached 100+ professionals into roles at top tech companies—will share how to identify and leverage your personal “superpower” to thrive in today’s competitive PM landscape. Drawing from years of experience in tech and product hiring, Sunny will walk you through how to position yourself for growth, sharpen your storytelling in interviews, and build a long-term career that plays to your strengths. Whether you’re breaking into product management or aiming to level up in your current role, this session will help you find your edge—and own it.
Becoming an AI Product Manager without a technical AI background
Building a career as an AI Product Manager doesn’t require a formal background in AI—you just need the right mindset, strategic tools, and storytelling prowess. In this session, you’ll learn how product leaders transition into AI-focused roles by understanding what separates successful AI PMs from generalists: how to build cross-functional credibility, spot high-impact AI use cases, and weave strategy into technical conversations—even without a machine learning degree. Leading the session is Jiahong X., a Wharton MBA and current Meta product leader steering generative AI in advertising, with prior product roles at Google. Drawing from experience interviewing over 300 candidates and helping 50+ land roles at FAANG and beyond, Jiahong brings real-world frameworks, clarity on how to shift into AI PM roles, and actionable next steps—so you can strategically plan your path and begin making an impact in the AI space.
How to Land Your First Job in Product Management (November 2025)
Breaking into product management can feel daunting, especially if you don’t come from a traditional PM background. In this session, expert coaches Vaibhav G. (Microsoft), Zen L. (AWS), and Britton O. (Uber) will walk you through the steps to land your first role—covering how to position your skills, build relevant experience, and navigate the recruiting process with confidence. You’ll learn what hiring managers look for in early-career PMs, how to tailor your resume and LinkedIn to highlight transferable strengths, and practical strategies for standing out in interviews. Whether you’re a student, career switcher, or just curious about PM, this session will equip you with actionable tips to kickstart your product management career.
Example Product Management Resume
Resume in LaTeX that has been refined.
Stripe PM Take-Home Assignment Sample
Prompt: Analyze 8 months of churn data, identify key drivers, and propose a roadmap to improve retention.
Nail the Product Interview
Preparation is key for any interview, especially for Product Roles. Listen in on some tips to make sure your examples and experiences shine.
How PMs Influence Without Authority
This resource explains how product managers can influence without authority, using persuasion, relationship-building, and clear communication to align stakeholders and drive product outcomes.
Comprehensive Meta PM Interview Prep Kit
A comprehensive kit with analysis from 18 real mock interviews, AI prompts to simulate real mock experience, and inventory of online resources!
Example Resume: Biomedical Engineer to Big Tech PM
Resume that helped me break into Product Management as a Biomedical Engineer. Optimized with keywords for ATS. Made for career switchers and students
Refinement: Design Critiques
Covers how product managers and designers review and provide feedback on designs to improve usability and align with product goals.
GraphQL
This resource introduces GraphQL, explaining how it differs from REST APIs and how it enables more efficient, flexible data querying for modern products.
AI, ML, and Agents - A Foundational Guide
A practical and beginner-friendly guide to understanding how modern AI systems work, from data and models to deployment and safety.
