Product Management Coaches

As a Product Manager, I have helped build the strategy and product to 4x revenue for a startup that then went public via SPAC (Talkspace), and joined as #3 building out the product function at a $1.2B-valued mental health-tech company. Most of my experience is in Consumer Product, but I've also worked in B2B Product.

The Why precedes the How. This is how i have always operated and this is what lured me into Product Management 13 years ago. I have anchored around Platform Product management focussing on building robust Customer Data platforms, Insights Platforms and lately, Dynamic Pricing platforms. Understanding a customers journey, looking for behavioral patterns, generating key insights backed with data and creating experiences by partnering with BU's across the organization is something i thrive in. My philosophy of coaching is to understand what the candidate wants to get out our session, where are they in their career currently and how can i help them reach the next level. I also thrive in enabling my candidates think out of the box and ask the right questions in any conversation.

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.

I bring over a decade of experience managing PM teams, having worked across both fast-paced startups and leading tech companies like Meta and LinkedIn. I’ve also advised early-stage founders on product strategy through the UC Berkeley Accelerator, helping them bring their ideas to life. Currently, I lead peer coaching circles for women PMs through the Women In Product organization, where I’m passionate about fostering community, confidence, and growth in Women.

As a student from a non-target school, I know it's plenty hard to land an APM offer. In fact, I was the first in my alma mater to land an APM. It wasn't easy at all, but if you're ready to work for it, I'm more than happy to help with mock interviews and whatever other advice you may have. I'm really proud to say that I was not only able to get myself an APM offer, but also 4 others who I mocked closely with! I've been a product manager from my own seed-stage startup all the way to a post-PMF company. During this time, I've worked on products that are both B2B and B2C. I've led teams ranging from 6-18 members and shipped products, making an impact of $50M+ I love working on B2C products, and have ample experience in e-commerce and startups :)

Welcome to my profile! With over a decade of experience in product management, I have led transformative projects at top companies like The RealReal, Divvy, Alteryx, and Wayfair. My journey includes spearheading initiatives that saved millions in costs and drove significant revenue growth. I specialize in helping aspiring product managers navigate their career paths, from mastering the fundamentals to excelling in high-stakes roles. Let's connect and craft a strategy to achieve your career goals in product management!

I’ve spent the last 8+ years shaping products that touch millions leading initiatives at Netflix, Instagram, Apple, and Coinbase, where I helped generate over $100M in ARR through strategic product development, storytelling, and AI innovation. But I didn’t start with a perfect roadmap. I know what it feels like to question your path, pivot industries, and break into highly competitive spaces without a clear playbook. That’s why I’ve made it my mission to help aspiring and transitioning professionals confidently enter the product world even if they don’t come from a traditional tech or PM background. I know firsthand that breaking into product management isn’t about memorizing frameworks or speaking in jargon—it’s about clarity, confidence, and storytelling that lands. That’s the edge I bring to my coaching. I’ve helped professionals from non-tech backgrounds rewrite their narratives, optimize their resumes and LinkedIn profiles, and attract recruiters from the companies they once thought were out of reach. People I’ve coached have landed PM interviews and offers without ever stepping into a case study maze. What sets me apart? I don’t teach theory, I teach traction. I focus on helping you position yourself with intention, communicate your value with clarity, and attract the roles that actually fit who you are. No fluff. No guesswork. Just real, results-driven coaching from someone who’s been in the trenches and helped others rise, too. If you're ready to break in or level up in product, I’m here to help you do it powerfully, authentically, and without losing your voice in the process.

My qualifications as a coach are built on deep, practitioner-level experience in AI product management. I spent 9 years at Amazon as a Principal Technical Product Manager, where I led the strategy and development of complex AI and Generative AI products. This specialization is the culmination of a career spanning 25+ years that began in engineering, giving me a firsthand understanding of how to translate technical skills into strategic product competencies—a critical skill for any aspiring AI product leader.   As a former hiring manager at Amazon who conducted over 150 interviews for these roles, I offer a rare, 360-degree perspective on what it takes to build an impactful career in the most competitive sector of technology. My coaching combines this insider's view with my practitioner's expertise to help you navigate your own path to success in AI product management.  

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.

Hey there! I’m Tina, an Associate Product Manager at Zynga working on Harry Potter: Puzzle and Spells. A few years ago, I was in your shoes—trying to break into product management from a completely different background (Civil Engineering, in my case). I know how overwhelming it can feel to pivot into tech, especially when everyone around you seems to have a CS degree or years of PM experience. But guess what? I did it, and I’m here to help you do the same. After graduating from Vanderbilt, I took a gap year to figure out how to transition into PM. I landed internships at Dolby and Electronic Arts, and eventually, my APM role at Zynga. Along the way, I learned a lot about what works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to resumes, networking, and acing interviews. Now, I love helping people navigate the PM hiring process with confidence. Here’s how I can help: - I’ll help you highlight your transferable skills and tell a story that hiring managers love - I’ll share strategies to build meaningful connections and uncover opportunities you didn’t even know existed - We’ll prep for behavioral and case interviews with frameworks that actually make sense (no vague advice here!) I know the PM hiring process can feel like a maze, but I’m here to guide you through it. Let’s turn your unique background into your superpower and land that dream PM role together. Sound good? Let’s chat!