Has anyone else struggled with ‘stealth’ scope creep? I’m not talking about the obvious ‘let’s add more features’ kind, but the subtle shifts. Like the small tweaks here and there that eventually completely change the original idea. I’ve been trying to be more intentional about spotting it early and shutting it down. How do you keep projects from quietly ballooning into something way bigger than intended?

Is it a mistake to leave PA before I make senior? I’m constantly stressed and don’t think I can make it through another busy season

Anybody work remotely in North Dakota for a firm in HCOL?

Hello,
Why there is so much of hatred towards Kyndrl all over . Is it really such a bad company .

Anyone here with experience as a Product Manager? I’ve close to decade of consumer lending experience including Sales/Advisory, Supervisor and Underwriting. I have have been looking to pivot into a more impactful role this year. I am due for an interview for a Product Manager next week. The company ticks all my boxes but the job description a bit vague. I will be grateful if anybody willing to share what the day role looks like and what I need to look out for in an interview. Thanks. Cheers.

Heard consulting is going through really difficult times in Canada.....

Got a call for spm (l6) at Amazon. Any decent prep guides? Also what TC should I be targeting with 11+ yoe (5 relevant) and t1 acads?

Current tc 45 + equity
Offer of 60 + equity

Size question. When you buy ovecoats do you buy thinking of wearing over jacket / suits or just shirt? The fit and size will change depending on what you do.

Looking for recommendations for an on-demand t-shirt print shop. I’m interested in printing various designs and artwork :)

Boss2 (American): “Why can’t I just do THIS?”
Boss1 (American): “Because it just complicates things! Why do you have to go and throw a spanner in the wheel?!”
Boss3 (British): “Spanner in the wheel?? You’re mixing up your metaphors. It’s spanner in the works.”
Boss2: “What’s a spanner?”
Boss3: “In ENGland where we speak ENGlish, it’s the item you mistakenly refer to as a wrench.”
Boss2: “So – a wrench in the works?”
Boss3: “Yes, it’s a tool that screws everything up …like you.”

Anyone from Leidos? Anyone? ...... *crickets*

Hello - has anyone tracked ads, or creative, date sent, etc? If so, what database did you use?

How to make a leap from UI/UX into product design? What skills should a PD have? With 5 YOE and I still feel like a junior. I have a good eye for visual design, but I'm a bit scared of the business strategy, analytics and testing part. Where do I start to learn those skills? I know the basics of testing and conducting workshops, but I don't know how to develop those skills further. My company focuses on UI and I haven't been lucky to land a PD job. Do companies really look for all those skills?

I’m currently working in due diligence and have a long term goal of moving into corporate HR. What skill sets would be most useful and what books/ thoughts leadership should I read to develop into a HR leader?

What will be in hand salary per month for fixed pay 20 LPA in EY GDS after tax deduction?

IBM: 14Lpa
DBS BANK: 18 LPA
Need your suggestions for long term
Tech: Java Microservices Yoe:4

How can one overcome anxiety when presenting?

Just booked flight to Hong Kong. Best SPG/Marriott to book on points? Trying to find proximity to good nightlife, restaurants, and public transportation. (Cont.)

I screwed up. I’m a newb and didn’t know how mileages work and my gold status w AA is about to expire. I travel weekly and idk whether I should fly w/o status or pay $400 to extend it. Thoughts? 😭

Do you need an engineering degree to go into product management? I have a bachelors degree and a Masters degree in Digital Transformation, and I work as a C (soon to be SC) im Tech Strategy and Transformation. What are the next steps I should to to pivot into PM? (certifications, types of projects, etc)

Anyone at Google willing to give out a referral? I’m looking at some Product/Strategy roles. DM me.

MD mentioned the possibility of getting funding for a PM program/certificate since we’re newly shifting to managing some solutions as products; anyone have any experience/recommendations?

I need your honest advice one which options below is better for career projection into leadership roles:
Staying in cybersecurity consulting and moving up the ranks or exiting to product management at a Faang and then no idea what?
Like when you become product manager at a Faang what your career into leadership look like?

Feel like I missed the boat years back to get into Director of Product role. Back in the day there was only Senior in between a Director role, now there’s Lead and Group levels, so much hierarchy now.

What are main differences in career/salary trajectory and WLB for a product manager vs product marketing manager?

Current SC with ~3YOE looking for a jump to tech. Just wrapped up interviews with AWS non-tech role slotted at L4. Current base is $115k. Can anyone provide insight into the band for L4 at AWS? I’ve provided the recruiter with my ideal range and am continually reminded to make sure I look at the “full compensation package”. Anticipate receiving offer within coming days. TIA.

Recently accepted an offer for a manager in Bizops in Ad sales for a tech firm. Curious about the growth opportunities in this area. What do folks do after 2-3 years in such roles ?

I have a mini case interview coming up for a product management position with Capital One. Has anyone done the mini case with Cap One and can I ask you for any advice/insights?

Anyone currently working at Peloton and able to provide a reference for a Senior Product Manager role? Thanks!

If I did good on the first two interviews but just “okay” on the more technical third interview do you think I still got the job?

Have worked previously as business consultant, pm in banking domain (10 years) and now as Product manager for a Bank(1 yr) - what are the chances FAANG would be interested in my profile for product manager/ project manager profile?

I just recently joined a company (a month in) and I’m realizing that I may not be a good fit. Should I, at least, give it a chance or start looking for a new role?

Hi, i will be joining a startup soon to work as a product manager. What are some good books/materials/courses I can read in the meantime to prepare myself better for the job?

Any recommendations on offline coding bootcamp in US?

What’s the difference between strategy & ops vs product management?

Seeking advice on career paths within tech after bizops. Currently in bizops and former consultant, and while the work is fine I’ve realized that bizops feels similar to consulting and in the long term I’m looking for a role that has more ownership and ideally more analytical. Does anyone have any advice/anecdotes on other roles that may be suitable, and what it takes to get there? Thank you!

After 3 rounds of Apple interviews, recruiter has requested a call. Do we think it’s more likely a rejection or an offer?

Hi folks..i am from sales and account management experience. I am looking to move to product management and engineering in Google/ twitter/ Microsoft/meta.
What's the right steps and is it possible?