EP 134: Product Management: AI, Jobs, and Developers Headache - Afolabi Oladeinde

In Episode 134, host Olawumi Kolawole (POK) sits down with Afolabi Oladeinde to unpack the realities of modern product management. From landing your very first role and managing engineering friction to navigating AI adoption and long-term career viability, this episode covers the essential playbook for both aspiring and experienced PMs. ⏱️ Timestamps / Chapters 00:39 – Intro 01:54 – How to Land Your First Job as a Product Manager 06:42 – Do Product Managers Care About the Business Side of Things? 09:28 – Do PMs Prioritize Aesthetics of Their Product Over Revenue? 13:31 – Is the Popularity of Product Management Going Down? 15:45 – How Has AI Impacted Product Management? 22:25 – Developers Headache: How to Deal with Developers as a Product Manager 29:48 – Have Books Helped You Become a Better PM? 35:08 – PM Trivia