Taking your Product Management career to the Next Level - with Büşra Coşkuner (Part 1: The Mindset)

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Ever thought of leveling up your product management game? In this conversation, Salva hosts Büşra, an experienced product manager, and product leadership coach, as they explore the multifaceted world of product management and leadership. Together, they unravel the challenges faced by aspiring and mid-to-senior level product managers and discuss strategies to thrive in this dynamic field.
The conversation begins by acknowledging the prevalence of job transitions among individuals seeking coaching. They address the crucial question of whether people seek coaching primarily to advance their careers or to excel in their current roles, ultimately highlighting the diversity of needs in the product management community.
As we debunk the myth that product managers are the sole decision-makers, Bushra emphasizes the importance of having the right mindset, properly testing ideas, and prioritizing communication skills, curiosity, and continuous learning.

Büşra shares her insights into coaching different segments of product managers, from aspiring beginners to seasoned professionals. She reveals the distinct challenges each group faces, whether it's acquiring specific skills, tackling strategic thinking, or navigating their career paths.

She shares indispensable insights from her workshops and courses, aiming to arm product managers with the essential tools and knowledge to thrive in their roles. We also delve into career progression and the potential of transitioning into higher roles, given the right hooks. Rule of thumb? Showcase prior experiences that demonstrate a sound understanding of product management.
The conversation also delves into the critical issue of information overload in the age of social media. Büşra and Salva emphasize the importance of distinguishing valuable, hands-on knowledge from generic advice and cookie-cutter wisdom. They urge listeners to be discerning when it comes to the sources of information and encourage seeking real-world experiences shared by practitioners.

This episode offers a thought-provoking discussion for product managers and leaders at all career stages. It serves as a reminder that success in product management involves not only mastering frameworks but also critically assessing the quality of information in an ever-evolving field.

This is Part 1 of the talk with Büşra - Part 2 deals with the Tools needed to Taking your Product Management carrer to the Next Level
You can contact Büşra Coşkuner on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/busra-coskuner/

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Chapters

1. Taking your Product Management career to the Next Level - with Büşra Coşkuner (Part 1: The Mindset) (00:00:00)

2. Why seeking coaching (00:01:02)

3. Different PM, different coaching (00:05:06)

4. Challenges for Aspiring Product Managers (00:09:50)

5. Challenges for Mid to Senior-Level PMs (00:15:52)

6. The Role of Organizations (00:27:13)

7. Balancing Information Overload (00:38:40)

8. The Value of Real Experience (00:39:24)