You should be extremely clear about the 'what' and the 'why' - Padmakumar PK Nambiar , Oracle
PadmaKumar Nambiar (PK) is an industry titan with 30 years of experience in product development, including the last 8 years at Oracle. Speaking as a juror and mentor, PK highlights the critical shift needed for professionals transitioning into product leadership: moving from execution to vision.PK notes that the IPL gathering is "first of its kind" due to its specific focus on mid-career professionals and aspiring product leaders.
- Veteran Mentorship: The session provides a rare opportunity for those "worried about switching careers" to get direct tips from industry veterans.
- The Industry "Flavor": Unlike standard college sessions, this initiative is built around real-world insights that help students navigate their first job or career pivot.
His core advice centers on the intellectual ownership of a product. He argues that a Product Manager's value isn't in technical implementation, but in strategic clarity.
- The Pain Point Test: If your solution didn't exist, who would suffer? If it does exist, who gains?
- The Society Ripple Effect: A PM must look beyond the immediate user. Will this be adopted by millions, or could it adversely affect a section of society?
- The "Delta" Factor: Always ask what incremental value (the delta) you are adding to the existing ecosystem.
Key Takeaway:
- According to PK, the division of labor in top-tier companies is clear:
- Engineers own the "How": They worry about implementation and technical constraints.
- Product Managers own the "What" and "Why": The product is "your baby." You must justify its existence and define its purpose.
- Ask the "Whys": Continuously questioning the need for a feature is what separates a great PM from a mediocre one.
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