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An inside look at how Figma builds product | Yuhki Yamashita (CPO of Figma)

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Figma Product Manager Interview Process

The Figma product manager interview process focuses on several key areas. One aspect is the ability to tell compelling stories and communicate effectively. This is assessed through questions about handling controversial product decisions and discussing big problems. The interviewer looks for candidates who can present these issues as existential and interesting. Another important aspect is the ability to navigate UX conversations. Candidates should be able to explore solutions and move up and down branches of exploration quickly, demonstrating a command of different perspectives. Overall, the interview process aims to assess storytelling and communication skills, as well as the ability to navigate complex problem-solving discussions.

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Yuhki Yamashita is Chief Product Officer at Figma. Prior to Figma, he was Head of Design of Uber’s New Mobility efforts, and before that a product manager at Google and Microsoft. Adding to his impressive resume, Yuhki also taught introductory computer science at Harvard. In today's episode, we talk about operationalizing quality, the case against OKRs, and how Figma isn't just known for product-led growth, but also for building a community of empowered users. Yuhki also shares why he thinks storytelling is key to being a great product manager, owning the "why," and the potential impact of Adobe's acquisition of Figma.

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Where to find Yuhki Yamashita:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/yuhkiyam

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuhki/

• Website: https://www.figma.com/@yuhki