Dhanashri Kondap

I have over fifteen years of background in software engineering, and my transition to product management happened organically. I was always more interested in the "why" and "who" rather than just making things work. When I left my previous company and tried to re-enter the market, I found a completely different landscape. For over a year, I relied solely on LinkedIn applications and networking, but nothing stuck.

One of my biggest hesitations about joining was the price point. But when I thought about how much money I was losing every month by not being a product manager at a company right for me, the value proposition became undeniable. There wasn't a single dramatic aha moment; instead, it was many small things that added up — the structured approach, the well-designed coursework, and coaches available daily.

My job actually came through my existing network — a founder reached out directly. The interview process was nothing like big tech; they didn't follow STAR format and shot down my structured stories. But because I had done the homework of deeply reflecting on my experiences, I could have organic, genuine discussions about my work.

What I'd tell my past self is this: look at the value proposition, look at the money you're losing every month, and know that in this program you will never be lonely in your job search.