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The Hard Truth About Pivoting to Product Management
Some say Product Managers are unnecessary, while others see the role as a perfect recipe for burnout
So you’re thinking about becoming a Product Manager? Let me tell you something — this role is much more complex than most people think. But don’t worry, I’ll break it down for you.
If you arrived at this article because you’re curious about product management or considering a career change, you’re in the right place. Today, I’ll share with you what this role really entails, beyond the glossy job descriptions and attractive salaries you might have seen online.
What Does It Take To Be a Product Manager?
The first thing you need to understand is that a Product Manager is essentially a polyglot. No, I don’t mean you need to speak French or Mandarin (though that wouldn’t hurt). You need to speak multiple professional languages:
- The language of technology
- The language of design
- The language of marketing
- The language of business
— So I need to be an expert in all these fields?
