Does anyone know of entry level product roles? I have about 2 years of experience right now and got laid off in May. I was doing tech consulting previously and want to see if I can make the transition to product. Thanks!

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Your best bet is to go become a BA somewhere. I don’t hire product managers unless they have ba experience

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Yeah, that makes sense. Strategy consulting to product management is the dumbest transition.

I was also in the same position. When transitioning to product, I thought it would be an easy transition based on my tech consulting experience, but that was not the case and entry level roles were limited.

After receiving a lot of rejections, I did a product management course to see if that would help. Luckily, I received a job offer from one of the sponsoring companies.

It is definitely possible though, I think it depends on the hiring company, what type product role you are interested in and how you can demonstrate product experience on your CV and during interviews. As you will be competing with candidates that have worked in product as well since the job market is tough at the moment

Good luck!

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