Summary

In this episode, the panel discusses the evolving landscape of interviews for Technical Program Managers (TPMs), particularly in light of recent changes due to COVID-19 and the rise of AI. They explore the importance of storytelling in interviews, the use of AI for preparation, and the significance of maintaining an achievement log. The conversation also touches on the differences in interview expectations between large and small companies, the balance of technical depth versus breadth, and strategies for demonstrating stakeholder management skills. The panel concludes with advice for candidates on how to navigate the interview process effectively.

Keywords

Keywords

TPM, interview process, AI in interviews, stakeholder management, technical program manager, COVID impact, achievement log, hybrid work, interview preparation, career advice

Chapters

00:00 Navigating the Evolving Job Market

01:36 The Anatomy of TPM Interviews

04:33 The Impact of AI and COVID on Interviews

12:24 Crafting Your Story for Interviews

18:06 Leveraging AI in Daily TPM Tasks

21:58 Interviewing in a Hybrid Work Environment

25:27 Expectations in Different Company Sizes

26:55 Interview Structures: Big vs. Small Companies

31:32 Technical Program Manager Expectations

37:41 Demonstrating Leadership and Stakeholder Management

43:18 Improving Interview Performance: Dos and Don'ts

47:16 Resilience in the Interview Process