Nikhyl Singhal, VP of Product at Meta, shares insights from his impressive career at major tech firms and startups. He emphasizes the importance of long-term thinking in career progression and warns against the pitfalls of short-term decision-making. Nikhyl discusses the unique challenges faced by product managers, including the need for mentorship and community support. He also offers wisdom on navigating promotion hurdles and the significance of building a compelling career narrative while adapting management skills as one evolves from individual contributor to leader.