Engineer turned Product Manager and shifting to Dubai | My life's story

Hey guys! A lot of you have asked me what my life's journey been like and how I decided to move from an engineer profile to that of a product manager, did MBA help in that journey and how I managed to move to Dubai.
This video is an honest coffee conversation where I share my life's story on how I am a software engineer turned product management professional and what experiences made me take those decisions.
I also share my life's learnings and hope that this helps all those who are thinking if an MBA helps in transitioning into a Product Manager role and how software engineers like myself can move into the world of product management.
#productmanagement #softwareengineer #mba

[@LearningAndGrowingInLife]

Loved learning about your story, thanks for sharing.

[@mansi8132]

You should keep making this kind of candid videos along with product management concept videos, etc.

[@jeevankurian9148]

Hi there , wishing you best in life. When you were talking a positive vibe was coming because even after juggling between career choices you were and you are positive. Thank You for sharing your journey.

[@ismoilabdurakhmonov6313]

Thank you so much for the video. It was great from start to end. One interesting moment was when you talked about how you felt as a failure as a PM. I also feel sometimes this way, and I think it's ok. I think this is how we grow. Not everyone can be perfect from day one. It is more important that we learn and continue on our path.

[@techproductgirl]

Exactly! It Is important that we give ourselves the space to be human and not expect perfection on day 1.

[@smitjoshi24]

Inspiring!

[@niranjanbasavaraj5561]

Hey, thanks for sharing such insightful journey ! I recently began as a Data Analyst and aspiring to get into PM after couple of years, but honestly am too confused as to which path would be the best to gain most exposure and job opportunities. Since I've found a lot of people on LinkedIn and KZbin lately breaking into PM through various ways, some of them going to US for Masters in programs like engineering management, information management, or data science because PM seems to be more widely recognized there in US as compared to India. Can you share your opinion on this after having worked with various people in this domain.

[@techproductgirl]

Hey Niranjan! It all depends on where you want to build your career. If you want to move to the United States then it makes sense to go pursue a course from there. If you are interested in building it in India, then I’ll recommend pursuing a course from one of the Indian top colleges like IIMs or ISB.

[@sauraodalvi2502]

Would really like to listen to more such stories regarding your interview prep or any work experience. Also, super awesome video!

[@techproductgirl]

Thanks Saurao!

[@priyapatel8711]

Super relatable 😊

[@sarahsywonders]

Nice experience ❤

[@yournabi]

Hi Aarushi, it's good to hear about your switch to prod mgmt. I am an experienced Proj Mgr working in UK (moved from India in 2017). I am interested in pursuing careen in prod mgmt, however I can't do full time course like you did. I know about prod mgmt but don't have qualifications to show. Can you suggest any other ways of acquiring the qualification/skills from any courses/certifications, that are well respected in the industry?

[@techproductgirl]

Absolutely. You can do certifications like cspo/pspo. However what works best is doing some internships/projects. Try reaching out to series a or seed funded startups. They are more likely to take a chance of candidates with no experience

[@nivedhansenthilkumar964]

Can you let us know the product manager who inspired you? (the one you mentioned who is in uber)

[@vishal.shetty]

Thank you Aarushi for sharing your journey. Would like to know more about interview preparations. I am a developer with 10 years of experience and wanted to switch to PM. You also switched from tech to PM so I am a bit inspired and motivated.

[@techproductgirl]

Happy to be of help Vishal! I’ll share a video about my journey while preparing for interviews as well!

[@vishal.shetty]

@@techproductgirl Thank you :)

[@hpk3643]

Hi Arushi I'm from automotive engineering background with the same industry experience, how should I make transition into pm roles.Could you please help product manger aspirants from this background by making video Thank you👍🏻

[@sunnyside6357]

That was really helpful!

[@techproductgirl]

Glad I could help!

[@naziyahasan7406]

Is moving for product manager MBA is compulsory,?

[@DeepakKumar-ts8nu]

You are soo cute product manager 😍

[@naziyahasan7406]

How is job market for product owner in UAE?

[@SlayerYT2]

Hey Aarushi, wow it's all the same story as mine, but I'm still unemployed. I would like to get some information as I have 7 years of Automotive PM experience. Is it possible I could connect with you and get some helpful information.

[@techproductgirl]

Hey! I’ll be happy to answer your concern here!

[@VVSingh-ff1qc]

Your story is really fascinating ❤ Can you please tell how Btech graduates from tier 3 colleges become product Manager without mba?? Is it possible?

[@techproductgirl]

Hmm. My suggestion would be to intern your way into it. Find opportunities in analytics and get it. As engineers we are good with data. Use it

[@VVSingh-ff1qc]

@@techproductgirl I am currently in my final year from electrical engineering Can you suggest a roadmap with some points ?

[@shivakumar2395]

hi there iam a undergrad how can i pursue my passion as a product manager in tech especially mobile phone industry say apple,one +,samsung as u said u had to switch roles in between to find the right product manager role for me it seems ichave decided since my childhood my obseesion with apple iphones so plz do reply and i want to pursue the required course in abroad is mba good or masters if masters then in what?

[@techproductgirl]

Hey Shiva! Do you mind telling me why Product management is a passion for you? Why not startup or anything else?

[@shivakumar2395]

@@techproductgirl firstly thank u for ur reply hope you don't mind my typing skills in above 😅 cmg to the? Why am I passionate about PM 1.I don't know what was PM till yesterday I came to know that through PM i can be part of a companies product journey where my true interest lies 2.my obsession with gadgets(mobiles,laptops,basically techetc) they excite me, even more when I think as a customer point of view as a user I think I really know the insights of a product how it should be what features it must be loaded with in order to meet companies targets as well as customer needs at a shot. 3.I have been following the trends of sales strategies for the launching price across all mobile platforms quite a time 4.even while iam texting my phone Mi11 annoys me it worth 30k doesn't provide a good typing experience it's haptic feedback motors sucks which can be changed by compromising others features like cam 5.that was regarding mobiles I have same kind of interest in other platforms as well like Netflix, KZbin, nike etc if i can put all together anykind of product to be successful it really needs good strategy in each and every fund right through marketing teasing the product to it's launch date overall providing good experience to users for the price they pay that's how a company stays in competition with others and further innovate new things I want to be part of that community 6.this is out of context but sometimes I feel I could be handy to top film production houses if we consider it as a product how to create a buzz with what might be a poster shorts etc and hovering audiences mind till release with all the stuff making them believe that the film has something to offer they book tickets that booms first week collections I came to know that Netflix also hires content product manager crt if am wrong yeah that r my thoughts

[@techproductgirl]

Thanks for the long reply Shiva! You sound like someone who is really excited by tech and wants to do something there. My friend focus on getting more experience within the domain. While product is one way, there are other too. Coding, marketing and entrepreneurship are all ways as well. My suggestion to you would be to go out to the big bad world and see how it works. Dont focus on the role but on the experience just yet

[@shivakumar2395]

@@techproductgirl thanks a ton to u Aarushi I'll definitely take ur suggestion my another ? Is I always wanted to pursue higher studies abroad for the tech keeda I have and the domain I want to land up in is it that I should do an MBA or a masters degree

[@techproductgirl]

@@shivakumar2395 honestly shiva. Getting masters is not a bad idea. But I’ll recommend get some experience first.

[@shujarahman1477]

Hello Arushi, what is the market in Dubai looks like for Test Manager jobs ????

[@techproductgirl]

Test managers are typically needed in larger tech/it firms. There are hardly any firms like that in Dubai. So I’d say it is limited

[@shujarahman1477]

@@techproductgirl Hello Arushi, thanks for the reply. Hows Dubai market for Performance Testing Engineers ?

[@adityapandey2262]

Would really appreciate if you can help for transitioning from Cyber Security engineer to APM OR PM role. Also, luv your videos.

[@techproductgirl]

Thanks for your support Aditya! Honestly, it does not matter which kind of engineer you are, my advice for you remains the same!

[@sushma3952]

Hi Aarushi, I am a PM in India, looking for opportunities in Dubai, could you give an insight on what’s the best way to find those

[@techproductgirl]

Hi Sushma! I’d recommend that you apply via linkedin. Other platforms like naukri etc dont really work.

[@parthMehta-wn9jr]

​@@techproductgirl on similar questions,can you help us with things possible from your end 1.linkedin ok we shall use ,but would you help us with website other than LinkedIn and tags to be used like product or pmo . 2.request to connect india pm with dubai pm 3.request to post on your community with open opportunity. 4.request to help us know avg exp and avg pay of different level of exp. 5.how often can you switch in dubai in same profile and opportunity market, suggestions better is banglore or dubai?

[@ayushii5942]

omg you are so cuteee

[@samrudhishinde3107]

.Hello I hope you are doing well :) I’m looking for a job at Dubai. It would be great if you could help me with this

[@techproductgirl]

What are your doubts?

[@nammi895]

So much divine intervention, do you know God personally 😅

[@techproductgirl]

Hhaha! To be honest, in retrospect, God is around to make things happen - you just need to know what you want!

[@Bigdaddy-bd5qd]

I wonder why did she make this video. Everything ' gas'

[@coco.x_x]

What kind of mba did you pursue mam ?

[@techproductgirl]

I did a general Mba

[@Learn_er_kratika]

MBA specialisation?

[@techproductgirl]

I did a general MBA