Top Roles At Top Companies: Insights from Head of Product at Google

The Intentional Product Manager Podcast

In this episode of The Intentional Product Manager Podcast, host Shobhit Chugh sits down with Sachin Kotwani, a Head of Product at Google, to uncover what it truly takes to secure top-tier roles at world-class companies. Sachin shares his incredible journey, transitioning from Spain to Google, and offers actionable advice for aspiring product leaders. Together, they delve into the skills, mindset, and strategies essential for climbing the career ladder and standing out in competitive roles.

Key Topics Covered:

• 00:00 Introduction to Career Advancement
• 00:18 Meet Sachin: From Spain to Google
• 01:24 Transitioning into Product Management
• 03:24 Building & Launching Products at Google
• 03:50 Working at Google: Insider Insights
• 04:47 Breaking into Google: Sachin’s Journey
• 10:00 What Changes As You Rise in Seniority
• 11:13 How to Stand Out for a Group PM Role: Problem-solving, intellectual horsepower, showcasing strengths, and using data effectively
• 14:27 Taking Your Career to the Next Level: Bold Moves for Success
• 16:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

If you're striving to reach the pinnacle of your product management career, this episode is packed with advice you won’t want to miss.

Connect & Learn More:

• Visit Intentional Product Manager to explore more from Shobhit Chugh.
• Connect with Shobhit on LinkedIn.
• Learn more about Sachin Kotwani and connect with him on LinkedIn.

Tune in and unlock the secrets to success in top-tier product management roles!

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