Product Management Basics + Mini Workshop
Hosted by Lindsay Oishi, PhD
What you'll learn
What is it like being a Product Manager?
A brief overview of what Product Managers in tech do, and how the role differs from Project and Program Management
How to break into Product Management
Hear how I went from PhD to Product, and see real examples of other PMs from unconventional backgrounds.
What do PMs really do?
Using a real example, you'll define a business goal, understand customer problems, and come up with solutions.
Why this topic matters
Curious about Product Management but unsure what it really entails? Whether you're exploring a career in product, looking to break in from an academic or unconventional background, or simply want candid answers about the job, this free webinar is for you! Join us to get real insights, practical advice, and the opportunity to ask your burning questions.
You'll learn from
Lindsay Oishi, PhD
Senior Product Manager at Indeed; Product Advisor and PM Career Coach
Stanford-trained expert in adult learning, recognized Innovation Catalyst at Intuit, and former design thinking researcher at the Stanford Institute of Design. My doctoral dissertation influenced core concepts in the New York Times Best-Selling book, Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life.
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Break into Product Management from Any Background

Lindsay Oishi, PhD
Stanford-trained educator building products in Silicon Valley for 13+ years
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