My career began by building technology products as an engineer, creating solutions like WMS, OMS and inventory platforms that helped businesses run better. Over time, I moved into product management, shifting my focus from writing code to understanding customers deeply and building products they truly needed.
As I grew, I started leading teams of product managers, helping them grow the way I once did—teaching them how to understand user problems, set priorities, and deliver meaningful products.
An elevator pitch serves as the foundation for longer discussions. Don't just have a 30-second version. Have 5- and 20-minute versions too. If you capture someone's attention, you want to keep them engaged after that first minute.
Hands down the best article I found about crafting one's career message.
Thank you Nikhyl!!
Love it, thanks for crafting and sharing such a thorough and practical article Nikhyl, appreciated it.
Really well done. You're providing so much value with these articles Nikhyl
My career began by building technology products as an engineer, creating solutions like WMS, OMS and inventory platforms that helped businesses run better. Over time, I moved into product management, shifting my focus from writing code to understanding customers deeply and building products they truly needed.
As I grew, I started leading teams of product managers, helping them grow the way I once did—teaching them how to understand user problems, set priorities, and deliver meaningful products.
Super concrete and valuable ideas! and that Gowri Rao Krishnamurthy is a rock star!
This is super helpful. Thank you.
This is an excellent articulation on how to craft your career message. Thanks Nikhyl!
An elevator pitch serves as the foundation for longer discussions. Don't just have a 30-second version. Have 5- and 20-minute versions too. If you capture someone's attention, you want to keep them engaged after that first minute.