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...