Prodcast: Career in tech, immigration and job search in the US

This episode is from a live session I did with the Women in Product USA community as a guest speaker, where we talked honestly about what is happening in the PM job market right now. The short version: tech unemployment is at 5.8% , the highest since the dot-com bust. The average PM job search now takes close to five months . And yet open PM roles are at a three-year high. Both things are true at...

In this episode, the guest is John Benjamin II, founder and CEO of Sociable Society, a U.S.-based talent agency that represents job seekers in a “sports agent” style model. With more than 12 years in recruiting, John has helped companies hire and candidates land opportunities by negotiating compensation, improving positioning, and opening access to roles that never make it to public job boards. We...

My guest in this episode is Nkem Nwankwo, Senior Director of Product Management at Greenhouse. We broke down how applicant tracking systems (ATS) actually work, why they don’t automatically reject candidates, and which common myths keep job seekers stuck. We talked about how Greenhouse is reshaping the hiring experience and why the team built My Greenhouse — a new portal where candidates can manag...

In this episode, we host Alex Russell, a Product Manager at Microsoft Edge and former Google Chrome team member for over a decade. Alex is also known for creating Dojo, an early revolutionary cross-browser JavaScript framework. The conversation covers Alex's unconventional career path, from dropping out of college to becoming a key figure in web development. We discuss his experiences working on o...

In this episode with Tatyana Sanikovich, HR Advisor & Leadership Coach, we discussed the challenges of transitioning from an individual contributor to a manager in the US, including the skills required for this transition. We emphasized the importance of leadership qualities, such as inspiring and motivating others, and essential skills like problem-solving, decision-making, and communication....

In this insightful video, David Kimball, a Senior Talent Director at Candidate Labs (hires for such well know companies like Notion), shares his experience and valuable advice for job seekers in the tech industry. He discusses the current job market situation, the importance of networking, and how to stand out as a candidate. David emphasizes the significance of having a clear and compelling story...

In this interview, I share my journey of starting and growing a podcast. I discuss how I organically transitioned from writing an article about job searching in the US to launching a podcast, experimenting with topics, formats, and platforms to find my niche. I emphasize the importance of consistency, patience, and passion when creating a show, as well as the value of networking and audience feedb...

In this interview by Rufeda Ali, I shared my journey transitioning from marketing to product management and provides valuable advice for aspiring PMs. We've discussed the importance of developing a product mindset, building skills through side projects, and showcasing achievements in resumes and LinkedIn profiles. We've also emphasized the significance of networking, persistence, and inner...

📊 How to Become a Business Analyst with a Six-Figure Salary? 💵 I had a great conversation with Eno Eka, a business analysis expert  and the founder of the Business Analysis School in Canada, discussing how to build a successful career in this field. Here are the key insights from our discussion: ▫️ A business analyst identifies the company's needs and potential solutions, recommends the opti...

In this interview, I speak with Bosky Mukherjee about the common reasons candidates fail product management interviews and strategies we can use to increase our chances of getting hired. We discuss the important PM skills like full-stack thinking, storytelling, data analysis, and influencing stakeholders that hiring managers look for. Bosky provides specific advice to help PM job seekers avoid mis...

Recruiters View: Product Manager Job Market in 2023. The product manager (PM) career is still attractive and lucrative in 2023, despite the challenging job market. According to a recent survey by Indeed, the average salary for a product manager in the United States is $113,975, with the top 10% earning over $190,000. And the demand for PMs is only expected to grow in the coming years. However, the...

Moving to a new country and starting a new career can be challenging, especially for immigrant managers who must adapt to a different management style and culture. How to be a good leader in the US and how to acquire American leadership skills? Who is the leader in the US? What are their main responsibilities and challenges? What are the key characteristics of a successful leader? How is the leade...

Join us for an inspiring interview with Nikita Gupta, the visionary behind Careerflow. AI. In this exclusive conversation, we'll embark on a remarkable journey that spans continents and industries. Nikita's career story began as a software developer in India and took her to roles as a recruiter at tech giants like Uber and Amazon, as well as large advertising firms like TBWA. However, her...

Networking is the foundation of a successful life. Networking helps us not only start a business, advance in our careers, and find a job, but also to simply live well and prosper. Don't be afraid to meet new people, especially online. Set a goal to meet at least one person, write at least one post on social media. You never know when you will get a return on your investment, but it will defini...

People are struggling with the job search now. A lot of people were laid off. There's a very high competition. How to look for a job during this tough time? How to stay positive? How to protect your mental health? How to deal with rejections? How to change or adjust your career development and job hunting strategy? This is not about you! Don't blame yourself! Interview with Anna Bakhvalova...

Looking to kickstart your career as a product manager? Wondering if a startup or a larger company like Apple or Google is the right fit for you? Look no further! Join us for an exclusive interview with Polina Marchenko, a Product Leader, Founder of two startups, and Product coach. In this video, we'll explore the key goals and responsibilities of a product manager at a startup, the skills and...

What's the best way for Marketing manager to become a Product Manager? Which skills do you already have and which skills do you need to develop? My personal story is a transition from marketing. As a marketing manager you've already known your Business and your Users. But you need to dig deeper into Technical side of your product. Watch this video: https://youtu.be/ZyBeTX18WjQ Schedule a c...

What do you need to become a Product Manager if you have Engineering, Marketing, Sales, Business owner, Entrepreneur, Customer Success, Design, QA and other backgrounds? What's the best transition to be a PM? Is technical skills required? Do you need to code to be a PM? Watch a video: https://youtu.be/py5cmIChMvM Schedule a career session with me http://www.annanaumova.com/ Support channel on...

In late 2022, Amazon laid off a significant number of employees, including 10,000 in November and 9,000 in January of the following year. Between this two layoffs the company offered some employees a "voluntary severance" package. However, there was a miscommunication around the details of the offer, causing confusion among some employees. Despite this, Victoria decided to accept the &qu...

Welcome to our new episode about ATS or Applicant Tracking System. In this video, we'll be exploring everything you need to know about ATS, including how it works, why companies use it, and why it's essential to create an ATS-friendly resume. Joining us today is professional resume writer Tanya King Floyd, who will be sharing her expertise on how to optimize your resume for ATS. We'll...