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Episode #26

This podcast episode features an in-depth interview with Alex, a former product manager at Google, now running a business that helps experienced product managers advance their careers. Alex discusses the benefits and challenges of working in product management within the tech industry, emphasizing the value of having...

This podcast episode features an in-depth interview with Alex, a former product manager at Google, now running a business that helps experienced product managers advance their careers. Alex discusses the benefits and challenges of working in product management within the tech industry, emphasizing the value of having top tech company names on one's resume for career opportunities and compensation. He also touches on the cognitive dissonance experienced by product managers, the interviewing process, strategies for job seekers, and the role's requirements at large tech companies. Furthermore, Alex shares personal stories, including starting his YouTube channel and the impact of his advice on others. The conversation also covers topics like strategic ambiguity in tech companies, the importance of organizational and communication skills, and insights into succeeding in product management roles.

Bio: Alex Rechevskiy was a Group PM at Google and has built and run products and product teams of all sizes. He has also coached and mentored hundreds of PMs at all stages of their careers and helped many clients land product roles at top tech companies. Alex writes on LinkedIn, makes videos on YouTube and runs a group coaching program called the Product Career Accelerator for serious tech professionals who want to grow their career and compensation.Links: Product Career Accelerator: group coaching program for getting into your next product role and growing your product skills & career (https://www.alexrechevskiy.com/pca)LinkedIn for daily product management tips (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexrechevskiy/)YouTube for practical and instructional videos (https://www.youtube.com/@AlexRechevskiy)

00:00 Welcome to the SD Show: A Deep Dive into Product Management

00:27 The Unmatched Benefits of Working in Top Tech

04:39 Alex's Journey: From Google to Guiding Product Managers

04:58 The Realities of Breaking into Product Management Today

05:54 The Genesis of a YouTube Channel for Product Managers

11:02 The Interview Process vs. The Reality of the Job

13:50 Navigating the Complexities of Top Tech Companies

15:47 The Strategic Ambiguity of Monopolistic Tech Giants

19:19 The Culture of Respect at Google

20:09 The Impact of Google's Innovations on Humanity

20:46 The Challenge of Innovation and Risk at Google

23:01 Navigating the Job Market in Big Tech

24:33 Mastering the Job Application Process

31:12 The Interview Process: Strategies for Success

35:58 Preparing for a Product Management Role

38:14 Lightning Round: Personal Insights and Final Thoughts

Episode #26

This podcast episode features an in-depth interview with Alex, a former product manager at Google, now running a business that helps experienced product managers advance their careers. Alex discusses the benefits and challenges of working in product management within the tech industry, emphasizing the value of having...

This podcast episode features an in-depth interview with Alex, a former product manager at Google, now running a business that helps experienced product managers advance their careers. Alex discusses the benefits and challenges of working in product management within the tech industry, emphasizing the value of having top tech company names on one's resume for career opportunities and compensation. He also touches on the cognitive dissonance experienced by product managers, the interviewing process, strategies for job seekers, and the role's requirements at large tech companies. Furthermore, Alex shares personal stories, including starting his YouTube channel and the impact of his advice on others. The conversation also covers topics like strategic ambiguity in tech companies, the importance of organizational and communication skills, and insights into succeeding in product management roles.

Bio: Alex Rechevskiy was a Group PM at Google and has built and run products and product teams of all sizes. He has also coached and mentored hundreds of PMs at all stages of their careers and helped many clients land product roles at top tech companies. Alex writes on LinkedIn, makes videos on YouTube and runs a group coaching program called the Product Career Accelerator for serious tech professionals who want to grow their career and compensation.Links: Product Career Accelerator: group coaching program for getting into your next product role and growing your product skills & career (https://www.alexrechevskiy.com/pca)LinkedIn for daily product management tips (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexrechevskiy/)YouTube for practical and instructional videos (https://www.youtube.com/@AlexRechevskiy)

00:00 Welcome to the SD Show: A Deep Dive into Product Management

00:27 The Unmatched Benefits of Working in Top Tech

04:39 Alex's Journey: From Google to Guiding Product Managers

04:58 The Realities of Breaking into Product Management Today

05:54 The Genesis of a YouTube Channel for Product Managers

11:02 The Interview Process vs. The Reality of the Job

13:50 Navigating the Complexities of Top Tech Companies

15:47 The Strategic Ambiguity of Monopolistic Tech Giants

19:19 The Culture of Respect at Google

20:09 The Impact of Google's Innovations on Humanity

20:46 The Challenge of Innovation and Risk at Google

23:01 Navigating the Job Market in Big Tech

24:33 Mastering the Job Application Process

31:12 The Interview Process: Strategies for Success

35:58 Preparing for a Product Management Role

38:14 Lightning Round: Personal Insights and Final Thoughts

Episode #26

This podcast episode features an in-depth interview with Alex, a former product manager at Google, now running a business that helps experienced product managers advance their careers. Alex discusses the benefits and challenges of working in product management within the tech industry, emphasizing the value of having...

This podcast episode features an in-depth interview with Alex, a former product manager at Google, now running a business that helps experienced product managers advance their careers. Alex discusses the benefits and challenges of working in product management within the tech industry, emphasizing the value of having top tech company names on one's resume for career opportunities and compensation. He also touches on the cognitive dissonance experienced by product managers, the interviewing process, strategies for job seekers, and the role's requirements at large tech companies. Furthermore, Alex shares personal stories, including starting his YouTube channel and the impact of his advice on others. The conversation also covers topics like strategic ambiguity in tech companies, the importance of organizational and communication skills, and insights into succeeding in product management roles.

Bio: Alex Rechevskiy was a Group PM at Google and has built and run products and product teams of all sizes. He has also coached and mentored hundreds of PMs at all stages of their careers and helped many clients land product roles at top tech companies. Alex writes on LinkedIn, makes videos on YouTube and runs a group coaching program called the Product Career Accelerator for serious tech professionals who want to grow their career and compensation.Links: Product Career Accelerator: group coaching program for getting into your next product role and growing your product skills & career (https://www.alexrechevskiy.com/pca)LinkedIn for daily product management tips (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexrechevskiy/)YouTube for practical and instructional videos (https://www.youtube.com/@AlexRechevskiy)

00:00 Welcome to the SD Show: A Deep Dive into Product Management

00:27 The Unmatched Benefits of Working in Top Tech

04:39 Alex's Journey: From Google to Guiding Product Managers

04:58 The Realities of Breaking into Product Management Today

05:54 The Genesis of a YouTube Channel for Product Managers

11:02 The Interview Process vs. The Reality of the Job

13:50 Navigating the Complexities of Top Tech Companies

15:47 The Strategic Ambiguity of Monopolistic Tech Giants

19:19 The Culture of Respect at Google

20:09 The Impact of Google's Innovations on Humanity

20:46 The Challenge of Innovation and Risk at Google

23:01 Navigating the Job Market in Big Tech

24:33 Mastering the Job Application Process

31:12 The Interview Process: Strategies for Success

35:58 Preparing for a Product Management Role

38:14 Lightning Round: Personal Insights and Final Thoughts

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