There's no "perfect" set of skills for a Product Manager. By definition, product management is a generalist role and the most important skills you need at any given time will vary based on your product, your team, and your tech stack.

Instead of trying to become an expert in every skill (which, c'mon, is cray cray!), I'll talk you through what I recommend instead.

Spoiler - it's NOT to learn SQL.

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Meet Yolanda - She's a SPRINT alum who leveraged the program to land her first official Product Manager title after nearly 10 years working in and around software teams. She's one of the kindest, most ambitious Product Managers I know and it was a joy to reconnect with her. 🫶

If you're trying to transition into Product Management or you're on the job search for your next Product role, this is a must listen episode.

We talk about:

• How she transitioned into the tech industry (from being an EMT! 🚑)
• How building automations at US Bank was a gateway to Product
• Navigating a windy career path of Product-adjacent roles
• Her job search by the numbers (160 applications -> 3 final rounds -> 1 offer)
• The importance of networking and LinkedIn in her job search
• Highlights of the job search, interview process, and offer negotiation
• Her advice for job seekers in this market
• The ups and downs of starting a new job
• Setting goals, staying accountable and building strong trust in a new role

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Learn more about product coaching: www.jesssherlock.com

Confused by all the different Product Manager titles? 😵‍💫

Not sure which job titles to target in your job search? 😩

Unclear on how to get a promotion to Sr. Product Manager or higher? 😰

This episode is for you! 🫶

I decode everything there is to know about growth in your product management career, regardless of job title!

• What is standard in product management job titles as of today
• Why titles are so often misused or inconsistent across companies
• What to do if you think your title is inflated or inaccurate
• Key differences between individual contributor and manager roles
• How to evaluate your role and responsibilities to figure out your path to growth (using the 5 step process that I use with all of my clients!)

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Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jess-sherlock/

Learn more about product coaching: www.jesssherlock.com