Summary
In this episode, the panel discusses the evolving landscape of interviews for Technical Program Managers (TPMs), particularly in light of recent changes due to COVID-19 and the rise of AI. They explore the importance of storytelling in interviews, the use of AI for preparation, and the significance of maintaining an achievement log. The conversation also touches on the differences in interview expectations between large and small companies, the balance of technical depth versus breadth, and strategies for demonstrating stakeholder management skills. The panel concludes with advice for candidates on how to navigate the interview process effectively.
Keywords
Keywords
TPM, interview process, AI in interviews, stakeholder management, technical program manager, COVID impact, achievement log, hybrid work, interview preparation, career advice
Chapters
00:00 Navigating the Evolving Job Market
01:36 The Anatomy of TPM Interviews
04:33 The Impact of AI and COVID on Interviews
12:24 Crafting Your Story for Interviews
18:06 Leveraging AI in Daily TPM Tasks
21:58 Interviewing in a Hybrid Work Environment
25:27 Expectations in Different Company Sizes
26:55 Interview Structures: Big vs. Small Companies
31:32 Technical Program Manager Expectations
37:41 Demonstrating Leadership and Stakeholder Management
43:18 Improving Interview Performance: Dos and Don'ts
47:16 Resilience in the Interview Process
