
Product Dave | Breaking into Product Management
Get expert insights, actionable strategies, and real-world advice to transition into Product Management in the form of weekly emails. Learn how to build PM skills, gain hands-on experience, and navigate the job search with confidence.
The Notion Doc That Landed Me the PM Role in a New Country
Hey friends,
Here’s something I’ve never shared publicly before:
📄 This is the exact Notion doc I sent that helped me land my PM role at Kajabi — before I even had an interview.
It’s not a case study.
It’s not a portfolio.
It’s just a collection of real product ideas based on my experience as a K...
May 04, 2025
breaking into product
product management
tools
How to Find a Product Manager Job That's For You
If you’re a Business Analyst, Designer, Engineer, or Project Manager trying to break into Product Management, there’s a question that probably haunts you every time you hit “Apply”:
“Is this even the right PM role for me?”
You’re not alone.
The #1 Thing That’s Blocking You: No Clarity of Direct...
Apr 01, 2025
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career transitions
product management
How Much Do Product Managers Actually Get Paid? 💰
Hey Friends! 👋
If you’re thinking about a career in product management, you’ve probably wondered:
🤔 How much do PMs actually make?
🤔 Does it pay better than other roles like software engineering or consulting?
🤔 What’s the long-term earning potential in PM?
Let’s break it down.
🌍 PM Salaries De...
Mar 16, 2025
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career transitions
product management
What do Hiring Managers Look for in a Junior PM?
Hey Friends! 👋
If you’re applying for a junior product manager role, you might be wondering:
🤔 What skills do hiring managers actually look for?
🤔 How do they evaluate candidates?
🤔 What separates an Associate Product Manager (APM) from a Product Manager (PM)?
I’ve hired a lot of junior PMs, and...
Mar 11, 2025
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career transitions
product management
What Skills Do You Need to Be a Product Manager?
Hey Friends, 👋 One of the most common questions I receive is: “What skills do you need to be a Product Manager?”
If you’ve ever researched this, you’ve likely encountered many competency lists, frameworks, and contradictory perspectives. 😵💫
Some companies emphasize techni...
Mar 09, 2025
askdave
career transitions
product management
What Does a Product Manager Actually Do? 🤔
Welcome to Ask Dave #001, where every week I answer your biggest questions about breaking into Product Management! Got a question?
>> Drop it here, and I’ll tackle the top ones each week. 📥
Without further ado, here’s this week’s question:
“Hey Dave, can you tell me what a Product Manage...
Feb 23, 2025
askdave
career transitions
product management
Want Your First PM Job? Stop Sending Out Your Resume. Do This Instead!
If you’re not getting callbacks, it’s not just your resume — it’s your approach!
Breaking into product management is tough, but what’s even tougher is watching smart, ambitious people make the same mistakes over and over again — mistakes that hold them back from landing their first PM role.
I...
by David Wang —
Feb 17, 2025
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A Realistic Plan To Help You Break Into Product Management
Expect to Land a Role within 8 - 9 Months
LinkedIn envy will tell you that Breaking into Product Management is an overnight success. Great for clicks, terrible for your mental health.
If you have zero knowledge, expect to land a role in 6–12 months. However, if you possess transferable skills, re...
Feb 08, 2025
breaking into product management
career advice
product management