Product Management Coaches, Events, and Resources

Growth-oriented product leader with over 14 years of experience building, launching, and scaling successful D2C and B2B products globally across high-growth startups, Big Tech, and Fortune 500 companies. Successfully coached and mentored 15+ aspiring + current PMs to the next level. Whether you are pivoting into Product or want to level up your skills, I'm here to help.

With over a decade at Microsoft as a Senior Product Manager and PM Manager - after transitioning from software engineering - and with offers from other companies like Meta, I know what it takes to land offers at MAANG companies. I’ve interviewed 100+ candidates at Microsoft and my own INC5000-listed company, and I’ve coached 60+ aspiring and current PMs to success. Whether it's breaking into product management, pivoting from another role, or landing offers at top tech companies like MAANG, I provide actionable, personalized guidance to help you achieve your goals. Ready to level up your PM career? Let’s connect and make it happen.

Seasoned product manager whose landed APM roles at Salesforce, ServiceNow, and Capital One, where I've shipped products impacting millions of users and driven hundreds of millions in value. I understand how to navigate tough job markets to help aspiring PMs nail their interviews, craft compelling product narratives, and develop the frameworks that allow you to stand out. Whether you're prepping for APM interviews, pivoting into PM from engineering, or trying to break into product at a top company, I'll share the real frameworks, stories, and feedback that helped me gain an edge.

I’ve led PM teams across hypergrowth startups and big tech, from launching seller tools at TikTok to turning a marketplace division profitable at Bukalapak. Along the way, I found that one of the most fulfilling parts of my job wasn’t just building products, it was helping PMs and my team members level up, gain clarity, and operate with more confidence and impact. Coaching feels like a natural extension of that. I’ve been in their shoes before, navigated messy orgs and pivots, and scaled teams globally, so now I want to help others accelerate their journey without burning out or feeling stuck!

You are your biggest product. My job is to help you land the PM role you want by packaging your story so companies can’t ignore you. I’ve coached 50+ candidates into PM offers at Google, Capital One, Persona, Palo Alto Networks, and other top companies by keeping coaching practical, collaborative, and brutally useful. I treat your goals like they’re mine and give feedback you can actually apply immediately. I’m currently a Product Manager at LinkedIn working on Premium Growth, and previously was a PM at HubSpot where I drove $75M+ in ARR after starting as an APM out of college and getting promoted in a year (a process that usually takes 2–3). Outside of work, I run @CareerParth with 6M+ TikTok views and have spoken at schools like Northwestern Kellogg and Pitt. People describe my sessions as focused, fun, and confidence-building—I make the PM job hunt feel a lot more winnable.

I've interviewed with most of the major APM programs (Google, Salesforce, Microsoft, Atlassian, Duolingo, etc), receiving multiple offers. Generally, I am best at coaching behavioral and product interviews. While I love working with clients of all backgrounds, I especially love helping college students break into APM programs. Since joining Leland, I have had an 80% success rate helping clients land APM roles.

Avinash Mahalingam brings 14+ years of strategic product management , product coaching and business development experience across diverse global industries in USA, Canada and India, led AI platform innovation at RBC and earlier led several 0 to 1 Products at Amazon. He's passionate about empowering product professionals with practical insights gained from building and scaling successful products. He currently is the Co-Founder and CEO for an AI-powered Holistic Wellness Platform and leads a Product Management Course on Maven. Key Experiences & Expertise: 1- He led AI platform product development for an internal developer platform at a major Canadian bank, offering first-hand exposure to the intricacies of building and scaling AI-powered products. 2- At Amazon Freight, Avinash spearheaded the product strategy and launch of 4 0-to-1 products in billing and payments, demonstrating a proven ability to navigate the complete product lifecycle from inception to market. 3- A highly-rated mentor (4.9/5) who has guided 50+ product professionals 1:1 on career growth and skill enhancement, bringing a wealth of experience in nurturing product careers. 4- He Co-led product management courses for 60+ individuals in live cohorts.

Hello and welcome to my profile! With extensive experience in product management and engineering roles at top tech companies like Salesforce and Palo Alto Networks, I bring a wealth of knowledge to help you break into and excel in the product management field. As a Senior Product Manager, I have led cross-functional teams and driven product strategies that align with business goals, giving me firsthand insight into what it takes to succeed in this competitive industry. My background in International Business and Global Leadership, combined with my technical expertise, allows me to offer comprehensive coaching tailored to your unique career aspirations. Whether you're looking to refine your product management skills or navigate the transition into this dynamic field, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and chart a path to your success!

Welcome to my profile! I’m a Senior Product Manager with experience at PayPal and Microsoft, and an empathetic, results-driven coach. I’ve coached 30+ individuals through product management interviews, helping them think critically, structure their stories, and navigate ambiguity with confidence, many of whom have gone on to land roles in Big Tech and beyond. My background spans multiple business functions within tech, giving me a holistic understanding of how product teams operate and how hiring decisions are actually made. I specialize in identifying patterns quickly, getting to root causes, and helping candidates translate complex experiences into clear, compelling narratives for behavioral and product case interviews. My coaching style is collaborative, intentional, and transformational. I’ll bring structure, constructive feedback, and practical tools, but I also expect you to engage, reflect, and do the work. This is a partnership: I’m here to help you sharpen your thinking, build confidence, and develop the mindset of a strong product manager, not just memorize frameworks. Whether you’re breaking into product management or aiming to level up, I’ll meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity, purpose, and momentum.