Dhiman: PMs who turn inputs into strategic choices advance faster
Vikrama Dhiman · A framework for PM skill development | Vikrama Dhiman (Gojek) · May 12, 2024 · at 23:02
Vikrama Dhiman, Head of Product at Gojek, explains how individual contributor product managers can elevate their artifacts and strategic influence to accelerate career growth.
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“Some product managers, what they bring to the table is arguments, what they bring to the table are debates, what they bring to the table are pushbacks, while others Are able to channelize the questions, channelize the inputs, channelize the direction, and convert that into strategic choices, which can then shape discussions, which can then shape direction. Be the latter, and you will rise faster in your career.”
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