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What do hiring managers look for in a Product Manager?
Most (but not all) hiring managers want someone with product management experience, even for first-line jobs. 76\% asked for previous experience in a product management role, averaging 3.3 years. Another 17\% asked for extensive experience in related roles.
What makes a good Product Manager interview?
They want a person who is motivated to do the job, can work with different teams and has the ability to prioritize features that they already know users are looking for. A Product Manager has to be resilient, strategic and insightful.
How do you interview a Product Manager?
Here are some potential questions you might encounter:
- Tell me about yourself.
- How did you hear about this role?
- What interests you about this role?
- What are you looking for in a new position?
- Why do you want to leave your current job?
- What do you like most/least about your current job?
- Why do you want to work here?
What do you look for in a candidate?
9 Tips for Choosing the Right Candidate
- Read Their Body Language.
- Focus on Specific Experiences & Accomplishments.
- Evaluate Their Work Ethic & Attitude.
- Find out If They’re a Life-Long Learner.
- Get Feedback From People Who Weren’t in the Interview.
- Ask Them About Something They’re Passionate About.
What are product managers passionate about?
The one common factor that I have noticed about the best product managers is that they choose to work on products that they are very passionate about. It could be a passion for the technology, for solving a hard customer problem, or for changing the way customers work or play.
What qualities make you a good candidate answer?
You are fit for the job and capable of delivering excellent results. You possess skills that are unique, and likely unteachable, which makes you an above average candidate. You’ll be an asset to the company and a perfect fit for the team.
What do you like the most about being a product manager?
I get to create and build things from scratch This is one of the most exciting things about being a product manager. Just like an architect helps build roads and buildings, I help in creating digital products from the beginning. A product manager is one of the key people involved from the beginning.