80 | How to successfully transition from a software engineer to a product manager with Cherita Ousley
Release Date: 06/13/2024
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info_outlineThe software engineer (SWE) to product manager (PM) pipeline is strong in 2024 but does that mean it is a sign for YOU to make that transition? If you’ve thought about what it takes to become a product manager then this is the perfect episode for you. In this episode I chat with Cherita Ousley who is a product manager at microsoft about what it take to sucessfully transtion from SWE to PM. She demystifies the role of a PM and gives you keys to unlock a successful career as a PM.
Cherita Ousley is a multi-faceted professional, blending her roles as a fitness coach and product manager in the tech industry. With a strong passion for promoting healthy living, she advocates for wellness through fitness, mindfulness, and spirituality. Cherita believes that a balanced lifestyle, encompassing physical health and emotional intelligence, is essential for personal fulfillment and productivity. Her approach to leadership is marked by kindness, empathy, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact and forging genuine connections.
In this episode we talked about:
- how cherita went from kinesiology to software engineering (SWE)
- if coding boot camps are still worth it in 2024?
- pros and cons of coding boot camps
- the hardest part about transitioning into tech with a non technical SWE background
- the challenges of working in tech without a CS degree
- how to know when it’s time to switch from SWE to PM in your career
- what to do before switching to a PM
- the difference between the mindset of PM vs SWE
- the day to day lifestyle of a PM
- how to build your professional career & network in tech
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PM Resources:
https://www.amazon.com/Cracking-PM-Interview-Product-Technology/dp/0984782818
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