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Ask HN: How can I prepare for PM interview?
Hi,
For software development position I passed technical interview. Next step is project manager interview. I know that I missed different opportunities because I fail this part of interviews. Technical part is piece of cake but this kind of interview is my soft spot. How can I prepare this interview ?
Thanks.
- taprun 11y agoI'm guessing the answers to every question is one of the following: 1) I give regular status updates to the PM 2) I communicate problems as early as possible 3) I estimate work based upon past experience with similar tasks 4) I always think not just about estimates but also risk 5) I am constantly looking to provide trade-off suggestions to maximize project ROI Source: I'm a PM
- airframeng 11y ago6) make decisions based on the company's interest rather than your own interest.
- sandworm101 11y ago7) Ensure my superiors are kept aware of project status. 8) Remain available to vet marketing or other presentation documents on short order.
- nceruchalu 11y agoRead Microsoft Zen of PM: http://microsoftjobsblog.com/zen-of-pm/ http://microsoftjobsblog.com/zen-of-pm/ Source: Was a Microsoft PM
- 10dpd 11y agoNote Program Manager != Project Manager != Product Manager IMO Program Manager < Project Manager < Product Manager.
- JSeymourATL 11y agoCome with your own questions for the interviewer. This should be a two-way dialogue. You want to understand the Hiring Execs biggest priorities and specific challenges. What does success look like to him? Ask: Imagine we're having a review meeting 12-18 months from now. It has been a really successful year. What would be the top 2-3 things that we accomplished together? His answers will open up the conversation, full of insights.