Has anyone gone from Consulting -> Group Product Manager or Director of Product?

I made the switch to become GPM, managing a team of 4 senior PMs. I am wondering if I should try to get reps as an IC by taking a lower level role at a more reputable company or continue on the people management journey and lateral later.

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GPM roles are hard to come by in this market. Continue in the role unless you are finding it difficult to lead other PMs and set strategy/direction. Build products on the side to get reps as an IC.

Why are you thinking about doing this?

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