PM Job Search Tips During Layoffs

Name: PM Job Search Tips During Layoffs
Uploaded: 2023-06-26 12:31:10
Description: During a market with layoffs, it is important to stand out and differentiate yourself from other applicants by reaching out directly to the founder of small and mid-sized companies to bypass the screening process and potentially secure a product management job.

This article is a summary of a YouTube video "Looking for a PM job? | What works during Layoffs" by Balaji Rao

TLDR During a market with layoffs, it is important to stand out and differentiate yourself from other applicants by reaching out directly to the founder of small and mid-sized companies to bypass the screening process and potentially secure a product management job.

Key insights

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In a competitive job market, it may be necessary to find alternative ways to land a PM job, such as bypassing the official hiring process.
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Taking the extra mile is crucial in the job search process to stand out and increase your chances of success.
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Reaching out directly to the founder of a small or mid-sized company can help bypass the screening process and increase your chances of getting a product management job.
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Sending a full application through cold email or cold message to the founder can increase your chances of getting a response and potentially securing the job.
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Landing multiple interview opportunities is the best way to secure a PM job in the current market.

Timestamped Summary

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Getting a product management job in a market with layoffs is challenging due to high competition, so it's important to stand out and differentiate yourself from other applicants.
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It's difficult to find product job opportunities through job boards during layoffs, so it's better to find alternative ways to get into early or mid-stage companies rather than larger companies.
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Take the extra mile when applying for PM jobs at mid-size and small companies to increase your chances of getting hired without relying on job boards.
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Applying for PM jobs can be challenging because the people screening applications often have little product knowledge and rely heavily on previous experience.
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Reach out to the founder of small and mid-sized companies through a cold email or message on LinkedIn expressing interest in the product and providing insights to bypass the screening process and potentially secure a PM job.
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Reaching out directly to the founder of a company can help you bypass screening levels and stand out from other applicants, even if you don't have the strongest profile.
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Increase your chances of getting a product opportunity by bypassing the screening process and going directly to the interview stage.
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Applying for jobs and internships during layoffs requires a nuanced approach, and it's important to share this helpful advice with others in the same situation.