by UW PM
Learning about product management here at the University of Waterloo.
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6/23/2019
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April 1, 2025
<p>This episode flips the usual format. Instead of chatting with someone who’s already graduated, we sat down with Palak Agarwal, a 4A Computational Math student who's navigated multiple PM internships - from early-stage startups to companies like Scotiabank, Arteria AI, and Gamma - and is heading to Microsoft next.</p><p>Join us for refreshingly honest conversation about navigating PM internships, building skills, and what it really means to grow in product. <strong>If you’re a student curious about product management but unsure how to </strong><strong>actually</strong><strong> get started, this episode’s for you.</strong></p><p>We cover:</p><ul><li><p>How the PM role evolves across different companies</p></li><li><p>Actionable ways to grow PM skills when you don’t have the title yet</p></li><li><p>Tips on intentional networking that actually work (even when it’s awkward)</p></li><li><p>How to prep for your first product interviews - "without shortcuts"!</p></li><li><p>Real talk about U.S. co-ops</p><p>Key takeaway? Be curious. Don't take shortcuts. Start before you’re ready.</p><p><br></p><p></p></li></ul><p></p>
January 30, 2025
<p>From starting as a software development intern to becoming a Senior Product Manager, this episode dives into the ups and downs of navigating a career in product management. We talk about the challenges of making the leap from intern to PM, the importance of self-advocacy, and how treating your career like an MVP can help you grow and adapt. There are stories about overcoming setbacks, finding confidence, and the unique perspective of being a woman in tech. It’s an honest and relatable look at what it takes to build a career in product management while staying true to yourself!</p>
December 6, 2024
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