Main takeaways: -Understand types of Product Managers and their superpower -Overview of the top 10 successful sectors in tech -Important product considerations/ challenges in each sector

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8. A B O U T M E
Sachin Gupta
Work experience
Payments, eBay (2020 – Present)
Merchandising Systems, Wayfair (2019)
Platforms, Deutsche Bank (2015 – 2018)
R&D, Mahindra Group (2013)
Education
Masters, Duke University (2015)
Bachelors, Thapar University (2012)

9. Knowing what to know to be an
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A. Research Why and what
B. Product fit Know your superpower
C. Industry trends Product considerations
What to expect

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A. Why and what to research?

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Why and what to research?
Competitive landscape The organization itself
Tech industry trends
The role and the product

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B. What is your product fit?

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What is your product fit?
Growth Product Manager Workflow Product Manager
Data (AI) Product Manager Mobile Product Manager
Platform Product Manager
Community Product Manager

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C. What are the top tech
industry trends?

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Define tech company
“You are a technology company if you are in the business of selling technology.“

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Define tech company
“You are a technology company if you are in the business of selling technology.“
“A company that harnesses technology to create a competitive advantage.”

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Valuations

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The top 3 most
successful sectors
1. On-Demand
3. E-Commerce
2. Fin-Tech

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1. On-Demand

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1. On-Demand
Background checks Highly skilled positions
Availability of services Time-punctuality
Cost-efficiency
Convenience
Product considerations

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2. Fin-Tech

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2. Fin-tech
Know your customer Risk management
Blockchain Consumer perceptions
Contactless payment
Regulations
Product considerations

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3. E-Commerce

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3. E-commerce
Cohesive eco-system Prioritize Accessibility
Voice/ image search Personalization
Customer conversations
International markets
Product considerations

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