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EPISODE · Mar 4, 2025 · 1H 13M

The Brutal Truth About Product Management with the Swag Wala PM

from Builders · host Mahmoud Khodor

Are you an aspiring Product Manager or a seasoned professional looking to sharpen your craft? In this engaging episode, Shravan (a.k.a. Swag Wala on YouTube) shares actionable insights, timeless wisdom, and practical strategies to elevate your product management game. We cover everything from cracking PM interviews to mastering the art of building impactful products. 🚀🔑 What you'll learn in this episode:- Why you DON'T need an MBA to become a Product Manager.- How to embrace failure as a stepping stone to growth.- The importance of being a generalist over a specialist in today’s world.- Combining emotional intelligence with technical skills for PM success.- Strategies for building trust and credibility in your first 90 days.- The future of Product Management: Why "PM" might not exist as a title in 10 years!Whether you're starting your PM journey or refining your craft, this episode is packed with actionable advice and deep insights.👋 Find Shravan here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/shravantickoo/📌 Chapters for Easy Navigation:00:00 – Why You Don’t Need an MBA for Product Management02:00 – The Evolution of the PM Role07:30 – How to Embrace Failure and Build Resilience15:00 – The Power of Being a Generalist in a Specialist World23:00 – Building Your PM Portfolio and Network30:00 – What to Do in Your First 90 Days as a PM45:00 – Leveraging Empathy with Cross-Functional Teams55:00 – How AI Is Transforming the PM Role1:05:00 – Building Communities with Strong Core Values1:10:00 – The Philosophical Side of Product Management🔔 Subscribe for more actionable PM insights!

Are you an aspiring Product Manager or a seasoned professional looking to sharpen your craft? In this engaging episode, Shravan (a.k.a. Swag Wala on YouTube) shares actionable insights, timeless wisdom, and practical strategies to elevate your product management game. We cover everything from cracking PM interviews to mastering the art of building impactful products. 🚀🔑 What you'll learn in this episode:- Why you DON'T need an MBA to become a Product Manager.- How to embrace failure as a stepping stone to growth.- The importance of being a generalist over a specialist in today’s world.- Combining emotional intelligence with technical skills for PM success.- Strategies for building trust and credibility in your first 90 days.- The future of Product Management: Why "PM" might not exist as a title in 10 years!Whether you're starting your PM journey or refining your craft, this episode is packed with actionable advice and deep insights.👋 Find Shravan here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/shravantickoo/📌 Chapters for Easy Navigation:00:00 – Why You Don’t Need an MBA for Product Management02:00 – The Evolution of the PM Role07:30 – How to Embrace Failure and Build Resilience15:00 – The Power of Being a Generalist in a Specialist World23:00 – Building Your PM Portfolio and Network30:00 – What to Do in Your First 90 Days as a PM45:00 – Leveraging Empathy with Cross-Functional Teams55:00 – How AI Is Transforming the PM Role1:05:00 – Building Communities with Strong Core Values1:10:00 – The Philosophical Side of Product Management🔔 Subscribe for more actionable PM insights!

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