Amit Karmakar

I took Product Management interview coaching with Intentional Job Search (IJS) that helped me land a Director of Product Management position in one of my target companies. Coaching with IJS was an outstanding experience that exceeded my expectations. Their approach is thorough, personalized, and very effective. Here are some key points about this program that really made a difference for me:


1. Tailored Preparation Strategy:

At the beginning of the program, IJS conducted an assessment of my skills, experience, and career goals to create a preparation strategy tailored specifically to my target companies and positions.

Provided a comprehensive preparation framework covering various aspects of interview preparation, including elevator pitch, behavioral & situational prompts, product design, product strategy and resume creation.

2. Interview Preparation:

Worked with me to refine my elevator pitch, focusing on highlighting my unique value proposition and key accomplishments.

Meticulously prepared me for situational questions by providing a framework for structuring my responses.

Helped me craft authentic, compelling stories around different behavioral and situational prompts, ensuring they were relevant to the specific job I was applying for.

Guided me in elevating these stories to match the seniority level I was targeting and bringing out details that balanced strategy and execution.

Conducted mock interviews to simulate the actual interview experience and identify areas for improvement. The interview coaches are really amazing and helped in improving the delivery of my stories clearly and concisely.

3. Mindset & Motivation:

Provided valuable mindset exercises to help me overcome imposter syndrome and maintain a positive outlook throughout the job search process.

Regularly checked in on my progress, offering encouragement and motivation to keep me on track.

Created a community of fellow candidates who are going through the program (and the same struggle), which helped me stay focused and motivated.

4. Targeted Job Search Strategy:

Introduced me to a targeted job search strategy that involved tailoring every application to the specific job description and the needs of the position.

Provided guidance on identifying and reaching out to hiring managers and recruiters directly or through networks, bypassing the traditional job boards.

Leveraged their own network within the Product Management community to connect me with hiring managers and recruiters, which resulted in several interviews.

5. Evaluating Job Offers with New Perspectives:

Provided a fresh perspective on how to evaluate job offers, emphasizing the importance of aligning the company's mission with my values and assessing the team culture and manager before accepting the offer.

Helped me negotiate a competitive salary and benefits package, ensuring I was fairly compensated for my skills and experience.

Overall, the experience with Intentional Job Search was transformative. Their expertise, attention to detail, and personalized coaching were key factors in my interview success. I highly recommend them to anyone serious about advancing their career in Product Management and willing to put the work required.