20 Product: Lenny Rachitsky on The 3 Key Roles of the Product Manager, 5 Skills All The Best PMs Have, When To Hire Your First PM, How to Structure the Hiring Process for PMs & What Leaders Can Do to Make Their PMs Successful
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Hire with Purpose: Understanding Product Roles
When building a startup, understanding the distinction between product roles is crucial. The title 'Head of Product' often signifies an early-stage role, while 'Chief Product Officer' indicates a seasoned professional with extensive experience. As a founder, it is important to assess the timing of hiring senior product managers. This typically becomes necessary when the company reaches a Series A stage or when there are approximately a dozen product managers. Senior product officers excel in organizational design and the recruitment of top talent, particularly as the product organization scales and expands.
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