Leading Without Authority/Certainty: A Journey of Growth Hey everyone! As a Platform Product Manager with over two years of experience under my belt, I’ve been reflecting on my performance reviews from this past year. One key takeaway stood out: while I excel at leading projects when I fully …
Continue ReadingOnly 0.04% People Have Solved My Way: The Journey to the Top In the world of coding challenges and algorithmic puzzles, achieving a unique solution that only a minuscule fraction of participants can replicate is no small feat. Recently, I found myself in a position where only 0.04% of people managed …
Continue ReadingQuarterly Career Thread: Navigating the Path to Product Management In the fast-paced world of tech, the journey to landing a product management (PM) role can often feel daunting. Whether you’re making a career switch, facing layoffs, or simply looking to advance in your field, the challenges …
Continue ReadingQuestioning the Product Management Landscape As product managers, one of the most compelling questions we often encounter is: “How many products are you managing in your role?” This seemingly simple inquiry quickly reveals the complexities and nuances of product management. It opens up a …
Continue ReadingRunning Long-Term Planning for Your Team In today’s fast-paced business environment, organizations often grapple with the challenge of setting effective long-term goals for their teams. Maxim Schepelin, in his insightful article, sheds light on the common pitfalls and provides valuable …
Continue ReadingCelebrating a Milestone: 500 LeetCode Questions in 7 Months Hello everyone! I’m excited to share a significant milestone I recently reached in my programming journey. After starting my LeetCode adventure just seven months ago, I’ve successfully solved 500 questions on the platform! 🎉 My Journey So …
Continue ReadingTook Me a While to Reach Here but a Long Way to Go! Reaching milestones in our journey can often feel like a double-edged sword. On one hand, it’s a moment of celebration; on the other, it serves as a reminder of how far we still have to go. Recently, I hit a personal milestone that has got me …
Continue ReadingWeekly Rant Thread: Share Your Frustrations and Get Support Welcome back to our weekly rant thread! This is a space where you can express your frustrations, share your struggles, and find support from others who understand what you’re going through. Remember, you are not alone! The Job Market …
Continue ReadingWhat Would You Pick? Ads/Public Company vs. Growth/Pre-IPO: A $150K Difference in Compensation In today’s competitive job market, it’s not uncommon to find oneself in the enviable position of having multiple job offers. As an Engineering Manager, I find myself in this fortunate …
Continue ReadingWhat’s Going On with Platform Product Management? In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the role of platform product managers has become increasingly complex and often misunderstood. If you’ve ever worked at a sizable organization, there’s a good chance you’ve encountered product managers …
Continue ReadingNavigating the Hiring Process: Advice for Securing a Side Job Candidate In the ever-evolving job market, the need for specialized talent can arise at any moment. Recently, I found myself in the position of helping to recruit a specialized nurse for a side job. With my extensive network and years of …
Continue ReadingAI is Overhyped? Especially for Recruiting Processes? In recent months, there’s been a growing conversation around the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in various industries, particularly in recruitment. As someone deeply invested in the recruitment process, I can’t help but feel …
Continue ReadingAm I Naive or Just Holding to My Values? A Recent Experience in Talent Acquisition After being laid off and jobless for the past four months, I’ve been eager to find the right opportunity to step back into the workforce. Recently, I interviewed for a recruiter position that seemed like a great …
Continue ReadingAnyone Solved This Problem? In the world of programming and software development, encountering challenges is part of the journey. Recently, I stumbled upon a discussion that piqued my interest: a user posed a question with the title “Anyone solved this problem?” which sparked a flurry of …
Continue ReadingAnyone Up for Learning DSA in C++? Hey everyone! As we dive deeper into the world of programming, one of the most crucial skills we can develop is a strong understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA). Recently, I’ve embarked on this exciting journey using C++, and I thought it would …
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