Career and Interviews

Product ops is a fairly new area to evolve out of the product ecosystem. Learn more about product ops and how it supports product management.

Our product manager attended the Product-Led Summit conference in New York. Check out her invaluable insights for fellow product enthusiasts.

Rivian's senior product designer sat down with the ProductPlan team to discuss his experience with Rivian’s R1T electric truck launch.

ProductPlan is excited to announce that we have ranked on Fortune's great places to work in 2021. Explore how we got here as an organization.

Learn where things stand with gender diversity in the product management space and why greater inclusivity leads to better products.

Learn from Jim Semick, Co-founder of ProductPlan, about how coming from product gave him an edge in his journey as a startup founder.

Annie Dunham VP of Product at ProductPlan outlines the most critical hiring criteria for good product people during each stage of hiring.

Product management vs. Program management. The meaning changes across different industries and organizations. Learn about their key differences.

Learn how to build your sphere of influence in your first 90 Days as a new product manager in 6 steps with this advice from Roxanne Mustafa.

If you have the opportunity to expand your product team, learn when hiring a senior product manager over a junior PM is the right choice.

It's possible to go from customer success to product manager—I’m living proof of it. Learn how I did it here at ProductPlan, and how you can too.

Working at technology companies, I’ve encountered the question: “How do I make the switch from engineering to product management?”

What not only motivates product managers, but gets them excited about their work? We talk to a panel of experts to learn what motivates them.

I’ve come to realize that the most successful and happy people are those who are willing to take risks. Learn how to embrace uncertainty.

We write a lot about the skills that product managers need to be effective. But what is the most under-appreciated product management skill?

Learn how product manager courses can help you gain real product experience developing plans to take a product from concept to market.

An associate product manager plays a key role in delighting customers and advancing the goals of a business, but is still an apprentice.

Gathering your footing in a new PM role at any large company requires developing credibility and support of your developers.

An a product team of one, an individual bears all the responsibility of product management. Learn how to thrive as a lone ranger.

Discover your earning potential by understanding the emerging product manager salary trends impacting the Product field.

All types of products share a few common high-level responsibilities. But Pharmaceutical Product Manager have additional requirements.

Don’t let your product manager cognitive bias be a barrier to your product’s success. Learn strategies to lead you to better decision-making.

For product executives, their firm’s growth from small startup to mid-size means they must change how they work. Read on learn how.

Product operations can help streamline your product team. How do you identify the impact of the role on your product organization?

The product operations product stack helps define how a product team and an organization can communicate and effectively capture data

Here’s one more reason to feel enthusiastic about product operations: it lessens companies’ reliance on outdated product documentation.

Here are the questions we're hearing businesses ask in job interviews to find a great product operations analyst.

Explore the exciting world of product management. And learn whether a product operations career is right for you.

The role of the Chief Product Officer is a multifaceted role that requires these professionals to wear many hats.

Explore how a product owner's role impacts the development of a product and an organization's overall product vision and strategy.

Learning to pitch product operations to your executive team allows you to free up much-needed time and develop better-defined processes.

Do you need an MBA program to be in product management? Explore the pros and cons of getting your Masters in Business Administration.

From product manager to venture capitalist? See how three business powerhouses pivoted their careers.

Why are product managers denied promotions? Let’s explore some of the common causes that prevent your career from advancing.

What makes a strategic product manager? Do they vary at different-sized companies? Let's explore these questions.

What's the secret to product management career happiness? Three veteran product managers dive into what it means to be happy in the role.

We've found that many PMs dislike some aspect of their product management job - but will it be detrimental to your job happiness?

Are product managers happy? We surveyed 2,500+ product managers about what makes them happy at work, and what’s the most frustrating to them.

What is a day in the life of a product manager? Schedules aren't always routine; gain insight into the PM’s daily responsibilities.

Context switching is the silent productivity killer but is tough to avoid. Learn how you can minimize the cost of context switching.

A product manager mentor can help you be successful. We’ll outline the importance of product mentorship and share tips on finding a great one.

Hiring product managers can be challenging for product leaders. Hiring the right PM is all about asking the right interview questions.

What does a product manager job description look like? Click to learn the main responsibilities and skills for a product manager.

A product marketing manager tells the product’s story to the market. What are their key responsibilities and where do they fit in the company?

Why are so many people making the change from project management to product management? Learn our 5 best tips for making the transition.

Product manager turnover is an essential concern for any product team leader. Here’s how to avoid the pitfalls of this process.

Deciding to leave ProductPlan brings a mix of emotions. As I depart, leaving a positive last impression is a key focus.

What is a typical product management salary? We breakdown average product management salaries with negotation tips to help you earn more.

Do you want to manage a product management team? Learn about the different product management roles, like head of product management.

Looking for up-to-date best practices on product management? In this post, we cover 3 key habits of the modern product manager.

Onboarding product managers well is essential. Here are our tried and true tips for onboarding new product managers.

Let's take a look at some of the introverted personality traits that are hidden product management superpowers.

What are the key hard skills that are necessary for product managers to develop? Here's 6 product management skills and the path to success.

Product managers and project managers are similar yet very different. This page discusses the differences and similarities between the two roles in detail.

We chat with Ashok Bania, Director of Product Management at Headspace, to discuss why soft skills are underrated in the product landscape.

What is the difference between a product manager vs. product owner? There is some overlap between the two roles, but they are different.

Understanding how to deal with each stakeholder type will help both your products and your product management career.

Don’t let your Product Manager career slip off the tracks. Learn the 5 most common mistakes that can hold you back in your career.

Landing a product management job at Google, Amazon, Facebook, Apple, or other top companies can be challenging. Here are some tips.

The role of a product manager encompasses a wide range of responsibilities and experience. Become a more well-rounded product manager today.

Managing distributed product teams can present some unique challenges. Learn 6 tips for working with remote teams.

We put together a list of the best blogs for product managers. Check out our full list and start bookmarking!

There are some fantastic books for product managers out there. Our PM community weighed in with these 6 recommendations.

The product manager career path is an exciting journey with lots of on- and off-ramps. Learn what career path you can follow to plan your next move.

Have a product manager interview coming up? Read a few of our recommendations for the best types of questions product management interviewees should ask.

As a product manager you need manage high stakeholder expectations for your product. That’s a good thing. Here's how.

Discover the 12 things product managers should do in the first 30 days on the job, such as audit customer calls and learn the process.

Take your product team to the next level with these 5 lessons about innovative design thinking and collaboration from IDEO.

Yep, Game of Thrones and the rest of Hollywood has some useful lessons for product management. Here are our top takeaways.

Many fear that the non-technical product managers become obsolete. Read more to learn why product managers shouldn't be concerned.

Do product managers make good startup founders? The short answer is (probably) yes. Here's five key skills you’ll need before making the leap.

When a user complains about your product, or the market just doesn’t respond to it, should you defend it? Here’s what we think.

Here are the 15 best books for product management leaders, covering topics from launching new products to keeping your team productive.

Post-it notes prove to be a useful tool. Let us show you why this product management tip can be so valuable.

Marketing plan examples are easy to find, but how do you find a product marketing plan for your team's needs? We have the plan for you.

Even though there’s no universal program that will make you an expert product manager, there are plenty of sources of excellent product management training.

Product managers and engineers often have tension-filled relationships. But is this necessarily a bad thing? We don’t think so. Here’s why.

Most of what you’ve heard about standard product manager career paths are probably inaccurate. Learn and debunk 3 myths of PM career paths.

What makes a great product manager? We get this question a lot, and if we had to distill our answer to a single theme, it would be balance.

Looking for a product management job? These 4 industries have big money and big problems to solve — perfect opportunities for a product manager.

The right product management job is out there for you. We’ll show you some of the best places to look. Read on for suggestions!

What is a product marketing manager? How is the role different than a product manager? A look at the role, skills, and responsibilities of product marketers

Product management can be a difficult job, and sometimes you’ll need a dose of inspiration. Watch these videos for a little pick-me-up.

Check out our comprehensive list of productivity hacks for product managers. These strategies can help you make the most of your work day.

You’re familiar with the basic product management skills. What other soft skills will play an important role in your career?