Product Management Coaches, Events, and Resources

I bring 20+ years of experience with a robust blend of technical, strategic, and leadership expertise to my coaching practice. As a product management executive (VP), I did not take the traditional PM career path. Instead, I leveraged my diverse set of work experiences — spanning engineering, consulting, and product marketing — to showcase my unique strengths and stand out in a competitive field of more traditional PM candidates. Now, I’m here to help you do the same. I specialize in empowering senior leaders to accelerate their careers and achieve meaningful personal and professional growth. Through personalized coaching, I share the strategies and tactics that helped me break into product management, thrive as a leader, and ultimately reach the executive level. My extensive experience includes leadership roles at top companies such as Bill.com, Intuit, LinkedIn, and PayPal, where I honed my skills in product management, marketing, and customer experience. During my tenure at Bill.com as VP of Product Management, I helped drive the company’s revenue growth by over 10x to approximately $1B ARR. I hold an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo. Whether you’re aiming for your next promotion, planning a career change, or preparing for a leadership role, I’m here to help you unlock your full potential and stand out in your career journey.

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.

I take a highly supportive approach to coaching and aim to create an environment in which my clients can be completely open about their worries so I can be the best possible coach for them. That said, you can expect me to be constructively candid – because coaching is about challenging you and accelerating your growth, not making you feel good so I can collect a check. I was an interviewer at both Google and Facebook and have spent many hours "on the other side of the table." I can give you a strong sense for how you might be perceived by hiring managers and recruiters.

James is a product management professional who has received offers from 12 prestigious companies, including Amazon, Microsoft, Comcast, Ameriprise, Mutual of Omaha, Labcorp, and Ancestry. James knows the ins and outs of the most advanced ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) and can help aspiring product managers get the interview. James specializes in comprehensive interview preparation and resume building. James covers product design, product sense, estimation techniques, and behavioral interviews. His hands-on and practical approach ensures that clients are well-prepared for any question they may encounter.

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.

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.

I can help with: 🔥 full PM recruiting process (strategy, resume, networking, behavior + case interviews, and offer negotiation) 💡 transitioning into PM from other backgrounds 🔑 starting a new job strong 📈 leveling up to get promoted 💰 deep dives on fintech and payments 🌎 succeeding in fully remote teams

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.

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from Michigan's Ross School of Business and a robust background in product management at industry giants like Google and Amazon, I am well-equipped to guide you on your journey into the world of product management. My experience as a Senior Program Manager at Google and a Senior Product Manager at Amazon has provided me with deep insights into the skills and strategies needed to succeed in these competitive roles. Let's connect to develop a tailored plan that aligns with your career aspirations and sets you on the path to success!