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Ramp PM Take-Home Practice
Land a job at Ramp! Work through a real Product Manager take-home project using the strategies you need to impress and get the offer.
Product Management Week (July 7-10) Kickoff
Join us for Leland's Product Management Week (July 7-10) Kickoff! Come hear from Top PM Experts Alec S. (Capital One), Nina S. (Mercor, MasterClass, Instagram), Shreya P. (LinkedIn), and Parth S. (HubSpot)! You’re invited to a week of actionable career and application prep designed to help you break into or advance in product management. Throughout the week, we’ll host a series of virtual sessions led by top Leland coaches and experienced PMs. You’ll get tactical guidance on everything from landing your first PM role to acing interviews, refining your resume, and how to effectively network within the field.
Inside a PM Interview: Live Mock + Breakdown
Ever wonder what actually happens in a product management interview? In this interactive session, you’ll get a front-row seat to a live mock PM interview—no scripts, no fluff. Watch as experienced product manager Mike M. (Former Atlassian APM, now PM at Leland) interviews expert coach Kate X. (PM at Capital One, former Consultant at Accenture). You’ll walk away with a clearer sense of how to structure your answers, avoid common mistakes, and show up with confidence when it’s your turn in the hot seat. It’s one thing to read about interview strategy—it’s another to see it in action.
Pivoting to Product Management
Thinking about making the move into product management but not sure where to start? Join Nina S. as she leads this workshop designed for career switchers looking to break into PM roles, whether you’re coming from consulting, engineering, design, operations, or something else entirely. She'll cover topics such as what hiring managers look for, how to translate your past experience into product-ready language, and smart ways to build relevant skills before you apply. You’ll leave with a clearer sense of what it takes to pivot—and how to position yourself for success in the PM job market.
UX Design Ideation Techniques
Learn proven ideation techniques like Crazy Eights and mind mapping to generate innovative solutions and create better user experiences.
Your PM Career Starts Now - Powered by Leland
If you’re serious about breaking into product management, this session is your launchpad. Join expert product manager Mike M. as he dives into what it really takes to land a PM role, covering everything from the skills top companies look for to how to strategically navigate the recruiting process. You’ll get insights into the realities of the PM role, tips on standing out as a candidate, and guidance on building a path that aligns with your background and goals. Whether you're pivoting careers or starting from scratch, this is your moment to take the first step with clarity and confidence.
How I Broke Into Product Management Without a CS Degree
Think you need a computer science degree to land a PM role? Think again. In this candid session, you’ll hear firsthand from Niina A. about how she broke into the field without a technical background—and what she learned along the way. She'll unpack the strategies that worked, the obstacles faced, and the key moves that helped her stand out. You’ll walk away with actionable tips on how to highlight your strengths, close skill gaps, and make the leap into product—no CS degree required.
How to Tackle Technical Interview Questions Panel
Technical interviews often feel like the most unpredictable part of the product hiring process, but there are clear ways to prepare and stand out. In this panel, Leland coaches Zen L. (PM at AWS, former SWE at Amazon and Microsoft) and John K. (AI Product Leader at Microsoft, ex-BCG and Bank of America) will break down how to approach technical questions with structure, confidence, and clarity. You’ll hear firsthand how candidates are evaluated, what strong answers actually sound like, and how to stay calm under pressure when faced with unfamiliar problems. If you want to sharpen your thinking and improve your technical communication, this session is a must.
Dark UX Patterns
Learn to identify and avoid deceptive design practices. This guide helps UX designers create ethical user experiences that build trust, not frustration.
Wireframing
Learn the fundamentals of wireframing. This guide covers how to create low-fidelity layouts to quickly test ideas and build the foundation of great design.
UX Design Deliverables + Definitions
Learn about the key deliverables in the UX design process—from personas to wireframes—and what they mean for your projects.
UX Design Internship Interviews
Learn how to prepare for UX design internship interviews. This guide covers common questions, portfolio tips, and how to stand out.
Soft Skills as Designers
Master the essential soft skills—from communication to collaboration—that will help you become a more effective designer and a stronger team player.
What is Usability?
Learn the core principles of usability and why it's essential for creating user-friendly products. This guide covers the 5 key components of great design.
UX Levels
Understand the different levels of a UX design career, from junior to senior. Learn the skills and responsibilities at each stage of your journey.
What is Freelance Design?
Get a complete overview of freelance design. Learn how to build a business, find clients, and manage your projects to succeed on your own terms.
Whiteboarding Interviews for UX Designer
Master the art of whiteboarding interviews. This guide helps you prepare, structure your approach, and confidently solve design problems on the spot.
How to Evaluate a PM Offer
Don't get stuck on salary alone. Learn the key factors to consider when evaluating a PM job offer, from leveling to equity to company culture.
Sample Cover Letter - Product Manager
Cover Letter focused on how mission and the particular role align with previous experience. Pulling in how to add value to the organization.
Example MBA Product Manager Resume
This example comes from an MBA Graduate who secured offers at Capital One and a financial startup.
