How I decided what company to work at as a Product Manager ✨COMPANY REVEAL✨

hiya! it's been some time in the making, but i finally figured out where i'm working next. i spent a lot of time reflecting on how i want to intentionally spend my time in my career. i've got a couple of helpful frameworks that i use to filter through the opportunities. 34 interviews later, i got 4 job offers and i finally said yes to one of them! aaaaaaaaaaaa!
yours,
chlo・ᴗ・
📚 chapters 📚
0:00 - intro
0:26 - what happened after quitting
2:17 - what i look for in my next role (framework)
5:30 - the offers i got
6:26 - how i decided between the offers (framework)
10:12 - the company i said yes to!
11:21 - what's next for chlo? (special unichlos shout-out)
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[@chloeshih]

so pumped to have started at my next job. here's a little vloggo for my 1st week at work: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqTUfXxqnZerirM

[@sangeethsushmakonumuri8298]

Great work ! Please share how you prepared for PM interviews.

[@anoshameyers1617]

I would love to see your linkedin to see your path to where you are now

[@chloeshih]

@@anoshameyers1617 It's linked in the description!

[@anoshameyers1617]

@@chloeshih Thank you! I love your videos theyre great!

[@hellomayuko]

so freaking happy and proud of you for this big change! 💖💖💖

[@chloeshih]

I knowwwww!! thank you so much, girl~ you and scott were literally the first people i saw after i accepted the offer haha

[@yankeepirate8927]

Delighted to hear of your rapid slam dunk. I had a feeling your talent would soon raise spirits sunk, in a toxic TikTok culture clash who could learn a thing or two from an online corporate team who really cares about me&you. Before you had your very first day a brand new customer has come your way, eager to hear what Discord has to say and hoping much laughter comes your way. THAT'S a corporate culture that can actually save planet Earth; who values all life and cherishes our worth. So I hope you don't forget me & a few poems that I sent, because I do honestly believe as we all bake and freeze, and the climate crisis brings humanity to its knees, it'll be people like you who speak words kind&quite true, who share uplifting stories, and sometimes sing the blues; you're our best hope for survival in a twisted global village quite bent; and as I thought when I first heard you speak; you're truly heaven sent.

[@TechwithLucy]

You’re a huge inspiration Chloe! 💕 It’s so great to see you bounce back from your hardships and receive all these offers!! Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us ☺️

[@Sam-gu6ub]

Hi Lucy!!!!

[@chloeshih]

Hi Lucy!! Thank you so much!! It was actually a long process of bouncing back, but i've made progress for sure! Thank you for supporting me along the way ~

[@kellyxia3850]

HUGE CONGRATS, CHLOE! You are such a ray of sunshine and inspiration! I love your positivity and advice for women in tech. I'm currently job searching for a product-related role in SF, and your videos have helped me so much! Super excited for you and can't wait to hear more about your journey at Discord!

[@chloeshih]

thank you kelly!! btw if you're looking for product roles, i've started posting openings in my discord: discord.gg/XdVeydfuma i get a lot of outreach because of linkedin, so i thought it might be useful to pass along the opportunities for people who are interested. anyways, just thought that might be helpful! best of luck on your search!!

[@luistamborrell429]

No matter what happens we are all behind you!!! Thank you so much for the advice you’ve given to many of us in the past 🤘🏽 and we are extremely proud of how much you’ve accomplished already!

[@chloeshih]

Thank you Luis for your support!!! I'm super glad these stories and share-outs are helpful to y'all out there ~~ wishing you all the best!

[@tueda14]

I work at Discord. Yeah your team is crazy, definitely the biggest memers. You’re gonna love it here.

[@chloeshih]

lmaooo thank you so much for the heads up hahah. i appreciate the confirmation xD i'm looking forward to upleveling my meme-ing skills.

[@chan90s]

Started using Discord extensively recently - Loving it and can also think of too many product improvements. Would love to catch up with you on a short call. Meanwhile can you please refer me for Summer'23 internship? I'll ping you on LinkedIn

[@alinaflorinasavu2130]

massive congratulations, Chloe! Discord is such a great fit for you! Inspiring to see how you navigated the muddy waters and how you are now ready for a positive change

[@chloeshih]

Hi Alina!! Yes, I'm so pumped! I think it'd be a great place too. :) Super excited for this next chapter!

[@chelseapena2209]

The three things you are looking for while job searching are exactly what I needed to hear. I have recently started to look for another role. Its been forever since I looked for a new job. Congrats on the new job :)

[@stephanieshoo7656]

I really appreciate how honest and open you are about the entire process💙💙💙 - it's coming at a perfect time as I am about to start my own PM career

[@chloeshih]

I’m super glad!! Lmk what questions or topics you’d want me to cover!

[@seeamshahidnoor]

This is a fantastic & insightful framework. I feel happy to see you thrive. Good luck!

[@chloeshih]

Glad the framework is helpful!!!

[@svetanzrus]

This is such perfect timing, I’m looking for a new PM role atm, and really wanted to see how you’d go about picking the right fit. Thank you 🙏😘 and congratulations on the amazing new role

[@chloeshih]

Of course! Happy to chat further in the #career-chats channel on my discord server! discord.gg/XdVeydfuma Besides the areas I listed in my decision matrix at 6:49, I made sure that the companies were remote friendly and related to communities, creators, or video in some shape or form. I've seen PMs go the generalist role (where they join like a Facebook or Google and are able to lead strategy with frameworks) or the specialist role (where they dedicate the majority of their careers to a specific industry area). I'm more of the latter, so I've always kept in the same fields!

[@mukhtar7200]

WE LOVE TO SEE IT 🥳 Discord has one of the best product experiences in the industry. You’ve made the right choice!!

[@chloeshih]

Thank you!!! 🥰🥰🥰 I appreciate your support!! Very excited

[@Soul.Munchie]

your editing skills are so talented! congrats!!! excited to see your journey

[@chloeshih]

Haha omg thank you so much! These videos take forever to edit xD

[@minhtuhuynh2]

ugh what a queen! Congratulations on your new role ❤️

[@Jelisa.C]

Congratulations Chloe! 🥳 Praying for beautiful transition and settling phases! So happy for you and PROUD of you for negotiating! I must learn your ways. Lol

[@chloeshih]

Hi Jelisa! Omg yes the negotiation process was so tiring. I think I hopped on about 4-5 additional phone calls with each company after I got the offers during this phase. I'll definitely share what I do!

[@joannemilktea2245]

Congratulations Chloe!! I'm so excited for you to start a new chapter in your career - I wish you all the best, and it sounds like you've got the support from the team to thrive vigorously. I'd love to hear more about your PM interview experience/advice as I am just starting to gear up for a switch! :)

[@chloeshih]

Hi Joanneeee 💖💖💖 Girl of course! I have so many approaches and frameworks that I've learned from the interview loops. It'll take me some time, but those videos shall be done! Rooting for you on your switch! 💪💪💪

[@angelberlanga8891]

omg chlooo congrats on the new company! hope you have the best experience working there and lots of new learning 🥳

[@chloeshih]

Yayyy!! Thank you angel!!!

[@multyiseul1852]

Congratulations Chloe!🎊 I love your calm and beautiful voice🥰 I will wait for your next videos!!!

[@mandaaa5312]

Working in a big tech company currently and your first video resonated with me so well. Thank you for your courage and transparency and best of luck in your new journey!

[@chloeshih]

I’m glad the first video resonated with you!! Hope you’re doing well now~~

[@afimuha288]

恭喜恭喜! I am super happy with this news! Praying for your success and keep motivate others!!

[@khl1389]

I am incredibly happy that I’ve landed on your channel. I am new into this business world and this video is teaching me a lot! Thank you so much!

[@vthota]

Massive congratulations! And thank you for sharing all the tips and insights when interviewing and the next role framework. Super useful as I start looking for my next role!

[@chloeshih]

Hi Varun!! Thank you!! Glad these tips have been helpful to you!

[@rhkilis]

Congratulations on landing! Super excited for you and your future! I think it's pretty clear from your interviewing experience what a difference an excellent hiring manager makes. The best managers will go to bat for you because they know that they need the best talent and that their talent should be compensated fairly. Looking forward to the great things you do at Discord!

[@chloeshih]

Arsonal!!!!! 🥰🥰 thank you!!! You’ve been there in the streams when I had been going thru the interview phase. Thanks for being there during the everyday moments too! I’m pumped for my new manager and can’t wait to launch cool products together!!

[@chondasaine4331]

Congratulations!! So happy that you got what you wanted!!!

[@saibellekhaibah333]

Your introducing key topics, and areas for me to think about and prepare for ! Your videos are so valuable

[@chloeshih]

I’m so glad!! Thanks for watching as well!

[@EricaVainTV]

yasssssssss this is so awesome!!! im so happy for you

[@chloeshih]

Thank you!!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@yccn410]

Congratulations on your new job! Love how transparent about your resignation from TikTok, your job search, and new update! Good luck :)

[@chloeshih]

Ahh thank you! Wasn’t easy, but I appreciate it a lot!

[@FilipLjungberg]

When you speak the truth, magic happends. I am new to your channel but love the energy! Keep being authentic and you, and you will rock the world!

[@AngeloIbarrola]

loveeeee can’t wait to see you grow at your new company!!

[@chloeshih]

Thank youuuuuuuu!! 🥰🥰

[@charlimarieTV]

congrats Chloe!!

[@chloeshih]

Ahh thank you Charliiii!!!

[@blazeken1781]

Ohhhh I’m so happy for you! You are a very courageous woman!!

[@chloeshih]

Thank you so much!!

[@raymondchen7084]

Thanks so much for making this video Chloe!

[@shesaint_]

This is an amazing framework to find the right company for you! I recently got an awesome offer from a large tech company and am finalising all the on-boarding stuff prior to my start date. I'll definitely be sharing a variation of this framework with my manager! Thank you :3

[@Da1NOnlyKirk]

Congrats on the new role! You deserve the new opportunity, and I can’t wait to see where it takes you!

[@chloeshih]

Thank you so much Kirk!! :D Looking forward to this next step ~

[@MikaR]

this is awesome!!!! congrats Chloe!!!

[@oliviaxmeng]

Thanks so much for sharing it. Watched this Sunday morning. Love that you shared process on how do you make decisions, i certainly overlooked this before.

[@chloeshih]

Woo!! Thanks for watching! I’m glad you found the framework helpful!

[@hannahc8436]

So excited you, Chloe!! Thank you for sharing these milestones with us. Can’t wait to see what this next chapter holds for you :) Also, editing is on point!

[@chloeshih]

Hi Hannah!! Thanks for watching and supporting as well! Brings me so much joy. I also am wishing you all the best in your current chapter too! Re: Editing - ahhh thank you! I learned how to do some 3D swiveling and added that in this time. Editing takes so long though, so I truly appreciate you calling that out haha ~

[@kayteeflick]

YOU ARE AMAZING!!!

[@kwcdude]

Congrats on your new company! All the best & have fun!

[@nerissalin725]

they're so lucky to be working with you! Forever cheering for you

[@chloeshih]

Omg Nerissaaaaaaa!! Thanks, girllll

[@mariaisabellh9191]

Love the video, so interesting how you navigate yourself through the process!

[@chloeshih]

Thank you! I’m glad it’s insightful!!

[@danielle5780]

Congratulations! I think it’s so great that they were comfortable with you asking for references. We are conditioned to believe that they’re interviewing us, and forget we’re also interviewing them

[@chloeshih]

Yeah that part was a pleasant surprise! They embraced it and happily responded back. It was a big part of the decision!

[@dyuk.4542]

You go girl!🥳🥳🥳 cant wait to hear more about the interview experience and the onboarding! x

[@chloeshih]

Heck yeah!! Will def share!!

[@Wonder.Winnie]

Congrats on the new company, sounds super exciting & fun! :D

[@chloeshih]

Thank you very much!!

[@kitd3836]

this is amazing! thank you for sharing!!! best of luck with your new adventure, look forward to more of your helpful tips and experiences!

[@chloeshih]

Thank you for watching as well!! More videos to come!

[@awkwardturtle2212]

Glad to find your video and channel at this time. I'm currently undergoing interviews and wondered how to go about it. Thanks and congrats for your new role 😁👏✨

[@chloeshih]

Good luck on interviews!! Will def share more on how I tackle those!

[@lizziethelemon]

I'm so happy for you Chloe! I literally screamed when you said Discord! I think it's a great fit for you! Very proud of you!

[@chloeshih]

Yesss!! I'm super happy with the move. It's been a few months since then and things have been going well! :D

[@DebraWilderMeditation]

Excited for the interview video because thus far that’s nothing like what I’ve said for next role question in tech interview.

[@jeshtermonster]

Congrats Chloe! You’re a big inspiration!! - from a fellow Taiwanese studying in the US right now

[@chloeshih]

Hi Jessie! Thank youuu!! And yay Taiwanese friends

[@OliviaGriselda]

I learnt so much from your sharing! Thank you Chloe and wishing you all the best in your journey with Discord! 🙌🙌

[@chloeshih]

I’m really glad! Thank you for your wishes!

[@siliconying1]

Congratulations Chloe! All the best to your new career.

[@chloeshih]

Thank you Cherry!! :D

[@KajaKubicka]

very inspiring! I love your channel Chloe! Keep going! :)

[@rhondawallace3486]

I am so happy for you! Congratulations on the new job. :)

[@chloeshih]

Thank you so much!! 🎉🎉

[@findingfocusRN]

Hey your last video blew my mind! When you talked about having a formal career development conversation with your managers before and consistently during your tenure at a company I was amazed at how obvious that was and how few people likely do it. Could you talk about that more? I think that would help so much considering most of KZbin tech is breaking into tech roles and you rarely if ever see how to excel WITHIN a company. Just found your channel from that video and this one, subbing immediately!!

[@christineincolour1650]

Congrats Chloe! New subscriber here- just found your channel today. Love your push for BIPOC representation, and also speaking on self advocacy!

[@chloeshih]

Hiya!! Welcome welcome ~~ ah yes I’m about that! DEI really makes a great team and culture. Thanks for dropping a comment!

[@HappinessTheBrand]

So happy for youuuuu 💛💛💛💛💛💛💛

[@vigneshward]

Just saw this video.. congrats on the new role and as always thanks for sharing it with so much humility! Love your videos ❤️

[@chloeshih]

Thanks so much!!

[@belenaguilar1348]

Happy for you! Best of luck! Keep us posted

[@chloeshih]

Of course! Will definitely keep in touch with this wonderful community :D

[@francesannorboakye2986]

Your animations are so on point👍🏾…very relevant to your speech

[@grace.h.park.]

CONGRATS!!!!!

[@ImoleayoAdeyoju]

They are lucky to have you Chloe! Congratulations Beautiful !!!!

[@chloeshih]

Aww thank you so much Imoleayo!!

[@careeryoungpros7269]

thanks for sharing the decision making matrix and congrats on the job offers!

[@chloeshih]

Of course! Happy to help!!

[@thebokchoyboy]

Congrats and good luck with the new job!

[@chloeshih]

🥰🥰🥰

[@naomiz9270]

So glad to be stumbled upon this video, I’m currently looking for jobs and these are exactly what I needed to consider for my career. Will be applying for roles at your new company! Thank you for posting this video!

[@thatguyintech]

congrats chloe!!

[@jackychamp]

9:05 looking forward to that video. congrats for the new job!

[@NhaTranTran]

Congrats!!! Good job!!

[@chloeshih]

Thank you so much, NhaTran! 😀

[@cherryblossom123ism]

I’m impressed by Chloe’s speaking skills. Very articulate and easy to listen to.

[@chloeshih]

Thank you!! :D

[@mariashum7486]

Amazing!! Congratulations!!!

[@jennyshufutinskaya6873]

yay! congrats!

[@PixelatedJem]

New sub here! I watched your previous video and this one, and it's great to hear that Discord is still doing well within the company! I know a few people there and always heard positive things. Congrats on the new role!

[@chloeshih]

Wooo thanks for subbing! I’ve heard great things about it too - very pumped!

[@JoshIsOnAMission]

I dont know you but Im rooting for you!!! 4 offers!! that's amazing!! congrats on your new journey

[@jujuapples7283]

I know I'm late and only started watching your videos but I felt so happy for you when you said you joined Discord! Thanks for sharing the whole journey!

[@chloeshih]

Ahh I'm so glad too! It's been a few months since I've started and I've enjoyed my time here a lot. :) Thanks for being here with me!

[@coraliefe18]

Hey Chloe, I just discovered you with your video about Tik Tok and now I'm watching this one, so happy that you bounced back!! I don't know if I want to get into tech but nevertheless, you are inspiring and motivating to me! I'm still an intern, I hope that after college I'll be able to choose between multiple offers just like you ;-;

[@Msj23244]

Congrats Chloe!!! Thank-you for the amazing vids on product. Could u pleasseeee post how you prep for interviews!!!

[@chloeshih]

yes i will most definitely!! :D career tip content in the new year coming soon!

[@selma-5449]

Best of luck Chloe ♥️

[@nehakandpal3151]

Don't remember bad memories and start your new journey and motivate us ✨ . You are stronger 💪 and talented We believe you and we are always with you ❤ Love from india 🇮🇳

[@chloeshih]

Hi Neha!! Thank you for the lovely message 💖💖 Love from California ~

[@nehakandpal3151]

@@chloeshih thankyou maam it really means lot to me really you are my biggest motivation ever ❤ really wanna meet you once yeah I have told you this before in instagram 😅 but i really ment this I am 17 and really really wanna be a product manager in future and i really love love love your informative videos 📹 ❤ thanks for motivating us and lots of warm wishes to your new journey ❤ 😊 .

[@TheD3vilx]

Thanks for sharing! Relevant and relatable so I learnt a great deal from what you shared here... Looking forward to the next vids!!

[@aesthete7227]

*congarts 🎉 I wish you all the best 💕*

[@arturfrenger]

Wohoo! Huuuge congratulations 🎉🎉🎉 Discord sounds like an awesome fit 😊😊

[@chloeshih]

Ayye Artur!! :D :D Thank youuu!! I'm pumped for Discord!!

[@udemeasian]

So happy for you Chloe! Watching from 🇳🇬🎉🎉

[@saibellekhaibah333]

As an aspiring Product Manager applying to tech companies your videos are very inspiring

[@lukesimms99]

Congrats! Have worked a ton with the Discord partnership team and they're amazing! Great people working over there.

[@chloeshih]

Thank you, Luke!! I'm excited to meet them!! :D

[@pamelamelendez3151]

Congrats!! Your videos are extremely insightful! Would love to know how you prepped for your product interviews, negotiation, and tips on how to succeed in product management. Looking forward to more videos :)

[@chloeshih]

Omg yeah I will definitely share videos on this. Super big topics!!

[@kallected07]

Wonderful! Congrats!

[@Blanco287]

Congratulations 💕💕💕💕💕

[@daveytheg]

Yayyyy - I'm so happy for you!! I interviewed with Discord a few months ago for an open PM role and my recruiter ghosted me 👻. I'm glad your experience was better than mine 😅

[@chloeshih]

Oh no!! Dang what that’s not great. My experience was pretty great. Sorry to hear that happen. Plenty is great companies out there right now though!

[@etsukofly]

I would love to see more interview prep content and examples !! 🌷

[@chloeshih]

hi etsuko! yes - they'll be coming right up next year!

[@_felicia]

Just me now googling current openings at Discord. But really congrats Chloe!! 🎉

[@chloeshih]

Hahah omg yay!!

[@jarrellyapp8426]

Hi Chloe, I love your frameworks and videos. You brought up a very good point on identifying the quality of leadership, people and culture within a company. Couldn’t agree more! However, one question that I have is, how do you typically assess the quality of the leadership and culture of companies that you are in the midst of interviewing with? It takes time to truly understand a company’s culture, and personally, I typically only understand a company’s culture once I have began my employment with them. I find that most recruiters or hiring managers only sell you the good stuff during the interview stage, so I typically take what they say about their culture with a pinch of salt.

[@Thesieinside]

Congrats Chloe!

[@Heylinni]

OOO I use a super similar weighting process for career options! Btw, found your channel through Catherine (a mutual friend) and I’m loving your content 😍😍😍

[@chloeshih]

Hiii! Oh yes haha I think it’s a common consulting framework? And woo! Not sure which Catherine but yay for mutual friends!!! 🥰🥰 I’m so glad you enjoy the videos ~~

[@gracietam95]

Can’t wait for your next video on how to deal with uncomfortable topics such as salary negotiation. I believe it will help many non-confrontational people like me...

[@chloeshih]

It honestly is so so so uncomfortable, but I’ve learned a lot and will share!

[@MattSoeth]

Congrats! 🎉

[@Meyaislam]

YESS!! Very interested in PM interview prep video, please and thank you :)

[@trannguyen6692]

wow, congrats!!!

[@avrillovugne]

As always, liked the video before watching

[@chloeshih]

AWW thank you

[@davidschoi]

you look happier already from the r&r!

[@1bjobrien]

Great video. How do you recommend buying time between different job offers? Some companies expect you to make a decision immediately and even retract offers if you take too long to give them an answer. Some times you feel forced to accept the earliest offers. I’m currently interviewing so your advice on this would be great!!

[@chloeshih]

So you can say: 1. You’re waiting for another offer, so you need time to make the best decision. 2. You need time to talk to your family (about benefits, location, commitment) or your mentors 3. You need to take time to think through your finances (for ex you might want a high cash offer if you’re planning on buying a house) 4. You can ask to get a few calls set up with other members of the company 5. Ask for references of the hiring manager

[@JesusMyIshi]

Really love how strategic you are with your career and you’re always going for beget and better