How to break into Product Management

Breaking into product management can feel like a catch-22: companies want PM experience, but you need a PM job to get it. In this live session, I’ll show you how I made the move using my own background in [your field, e.g. engineering / marketing / operations / design], and how you can do the same with the experience you already have. We’ll cover what PMs actually do day to day, how to find the PM skills hidden in your current role, and how to build a portfolio and story that hiring managers take seriously. I’ll share what worked, what didn’t, and the mistakes to avoid. There will be plenty of time for live Q&A, so bring your questions and your background. Who it’s for: Students, early-career professionals, and career switchers who are curious about PM or actively trying to land their first role. No prior PM experience needed. Livestream outcomes By the end of the session, you will: Have a clear picture of what the PM role involves and whether it fits you Know which of your current skills and experiences transfer to product management Leave with a practical, step-by-step plan for your first 90 days of the transition Know how to position your resume, LinkedIn, and personal story for PM roles Learning objectives Attendees will be able to: Explain what product managers do, and how the role differs across startups, big tech, and service companies. Identify the PM-relevant skills in their own background (prioritization, stakeholder management, data-driven decisions, customer empathy). Choose the best entry route for their situation: internal transfer, APM/associate roles, a startup, or a side project. Build proof of PM skills without the title, through case studies, small projects, and product teardowns. Prepare for the PM hiring process, including common interview types such as product sense, execution, and behavioral rounds. Avoid the common mistakes that keep first-time applicants from getting interviews.