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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
