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Vlad Gasan: 5 Things Every Product Manager Should Learn

Updated on: 16 December,2021 04:28 PM IST  |  Mumbai
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Vlad Gasan is a product management expert who helps other product managers become more highly sought after and reputable software engineers, designers, VC investors, and technology thought leaders.

Vlad Gasan: 5 Things Every Product Manager Should Learn

Vlad Gasan

He has helped many clients secure product manager roles at reputable tech firms, with a six figure salary in under 4 months.


Here are 5 tips every product manager can learn from Vlad:


 


  1. Possess a range of skills

Vlad has many skills that constitute his expertise. His blend of software engineering and product management experience gives him an edge over his competitors. He understands how products are built from a technical standpoint. Additionally, he has other soft skills such as critical thinking and analytical skills.

Product managers should also consistently work to refine their leadership skills. This skill will help them support and motivate their team. They also need to have problem-solving skills as well as time management and communication skills.

 

  1. Focus on customer solutions

Every product manager should have the ability to solve customers’ problems. They should be able to match the right solution to a problem while remaining objective. Product managers should be able to solve customers’ issues, but they also should solve the issues in the right way.

Vlad has a solution-first mindset which matters most to him when it comes to his customers. He has helped more than 50 people make transitions through his coaching system and helped many others globally land a job in product management.

 

  1. Do what others are not doing

Do you want to gain an edge over your competition? Then do what your competitors are not doing. Your situations, obstacles, and skills are unique and they can all be used to leverage yourself against your competitors

Vlad focuses on e-commerce, marketplaces, business intelligence products and experimentation. Having worked with top tech companies eBay, he gained extensive knowledge and experience specializing in marketplaces, e-commerce, and online communities.

 

  1. Know the 3 P’s

Patience, passion, and persistence are qualities every product manager must-have. Patience is the ability to be calm, tolerant, forgiving, understanding, persistent, composed, and tranquil. Your sheer persistence will give you the ability to translate your goals into tangible results.

Passion is also a crucial component while carrying out your role as you will inevitably come up against challenging moments.

 

  1. Work as a team

Working as a team has many benefits. Vlad’s team works together closely to ensure the right products are shipped to their customers. Teamwork helps facilitate creativity and generates better ideas. Also, teamwork improves productivity and brings better business results - because when we work together, we also learn together.

 

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