Hi Guys,

I am considering if the Product Management is good for me. Apart from other things, How is the work life balance for a product manager in Indian Startups?

This might be very critical in deciding to choose a career in Product. So please help answer this question.

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That's a good question.

I can say that the startup dynamics are quite different from an established one. It's the culture which sets a few apart.

Having led teams in both environments, I recommend the following checks before joining one

1. What's the culture like?
If one man calls all the shots, avoid
If there's room to grow the role, good can evaluate
If it is a product first and a customer-centric approach for all, great learning area

2. What's the average lifespan of an employee?
Anything above 5yr+ is good.
Above 7+ is great
Avoid ones less than 3 yrs

One of the best thing to do to yourself will be not to get sold off by the CTC and to evaluate of thr PM job will help you solve something new and exciting.

I personally avoid start-up run by people who only have money in their mind since then excellence takes a back seat and hustle makes your daily routine miserable.



3. How will the role grow into leadership?
More than 3 yrs for promotion, avoid.
1-2, evaluate
Less than 1, join.

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