“the experienced pm interview: challenge accepted” - hadas sheinfeld @producttank tel aviv,...
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Hadas SheinfeldAugust 2016
@hadassheinfeld
The experienced PM interview:
Challenge accepted
IntroBeen interviewed - ~100 timesInterviewed - ~ 150 candidates (f2f)
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DisclaimerThe opinions expressed today are my own.The stories and examples I give today are from my own experience.I do not represent Google, or any other company/organization.
Today we will talk aboutInterview preparationInterview rulesPersonal questionsProfessional and Trick questionsThe exerciseTips for women
Preparation
- The product - The market- The interviewer
Remember: Experience = Expectations
Interview Rules
- Be on time, be polite, be yourself- Don't invent, don't exaggerate
Personal Questions...Tell me a little about yourself
- Be focused and concise- Summarize the most important career
steps- Answer the obvious questions before
being asked- Finish with what you are currently
looking for- Prepare “the next paragraph”
Personal QuestionsWhy do you think you are right for this position?
- Past - Present- Future
- Experience/Interest/Passion
Personal QuestionsWhere do you see yourself in 5-10 years?
The truthThe whole truthNothing but the truth
....almost
Personal QuestionsWhy did you leave your last job?The truthThe whole truthNothing but the truth
… almost
Professional QuestionsWhat is Product Management in your eyes?What are your favourite parts of the PM position?
- Be prepared- Be honest - Don’t have a good answer? Compensate
Can you give an example of where you showed leadership?Can you give an example of a creative solution you suggested?Describe a product that you like/do not like
Trick QuestionsYour worst traitWhat would people working with you, say about you?
- Be prepared- Be honest - Be positive
Salary Expectations
Tell me about a feature/product you owned, that failedTell me about a person you had a hard time working with
The ExerciseWhat are they looking for?- Structured thinking- Product management best practices (who are
the users? what is the need? what are the challenges?)
- Creativity- Business understanding- Get things done
Define your limit
Special Tips for WomenSend your CV!Own your successes“Selling mode”
Lean In - Sheryl Sandberg
To SummarizeRemember it’s a two way process!
Preparation Preparation Preparation- General preparation - your story- Rehearse!- Specific preparation for each interview - Learn from your mistakes
To Summarize
Every interview is an opportunity.Use it.
Questions?Let’s stay in contact!
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