What Does It Really Take to Break into FinTech Product Management?
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Hi Everyone,
I hope you're all doing well.
I'm currently working as a Senior Project Coordinator at Deloitte USI in the Tax domain, and I'm planning to transition into Product Management, preferably in the FinTech industry. I would genuinely appreciate guidance from professionals who have made a similar transition or are currently working in Product Management.
A little about my background:
Graduation: B.Sc. (CBZ)
Post Graduation: MBA (Finance & Marketing)
Experience:
2 years as a Project Coordinator at EY
2.5+ years (currently) as a Senior Project Coordinator at Deloitte USI
I have a few questions:
What technical and non-technical skills should I develop to become interview-ready for FinTech Product Management roles? I'd appreciate guidance on what I should learn from scratch and in what order.
Could you recommend any courses, books, newsletters, YouTube channels, or other resources that genuinely helped you prepare for Product Management interviews?
How difficult is it to transition into Product Management without prior PM experience? What are the biggest challenges, and how can I improve my chances of making a successful switch?
If you've made a similar career transition, I'd love to hear about your journey, mistakes to avoid, and any advice you wish you had received when starting out.
Thank you in advance for your time and guidance. I truly appreciate any insights you can share!