Got destroyed in a mock PM interview trying to apply standard frameworks to a AI ethics case. Heard some community members use a ‘PM Interview Matrix’ blending product sense with consulting frameworks. Anyone transitioned from consulting-style prep to succeeding in FAANG interviews? What adjustments are non-negotiable?
FAANG hates consultants. drop the frameworks and learn their sacred ‘CIRCLES’ method. it’s just a rebranded market entry framework with emojis. source: failed 3x before swallowing my pride
Critical adaptation: Shift from pure business metrics to user-centric KPIs. While consulting cases prioritize profitability, FAANG wants to see DAU/engagement first. Use the standard frameworks but reweight sections - spend 40% on user pain points, 30% on ecosystem impacts, 30% on monetization. Practice with real product teardowns from StellarPeers’ library.
Had the same wake-up call! I now start every product case with ‘Who’s the user and what keeps them up at night?’ instead of jumping to frameworks. My last interviewer said it showed ‘authentic product empathy’ - turns out that’s code for ‘not using consulting jargon.’