Ep18: From Architecture Dreams to Product Manager: Khelan Modi's Journey into the Heart of Tech (Microsoft PM)

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The Hustle Chapters

Phani Sai Ram M

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Ep18: From Architecture Dreams to Product Manager: Khelan Modi's Journey into the Heart of Tech (Microsoft PM)

The Hustle Chapters

27 minutes 23 seconds

1 year ago

Ep18: From Architecture Dreams to Product Manager: Khelan Modi's Journey into the Heart of Tech (Microsoft PM)

Welcome, Hustlers, to another empowering episode of The Hustle Chapters, where we uncover the stories behind the innovators shaping our future. Today, I'm thrilled to present the story of Khelan Modi. Dive deep with me into Khelan's transformative journey from aspiring architect to a Product Manager at Microsoft, revealing the passion, pivots, and insights that define success in the tech landscape.

The Pivot from Architect to Technologist: Discover how a single course and sibling advice shifted Khelan's career aspirations from architecture to technology, leading him to the exciting world of computer science and product management.

Internship Insights: Khelan shares pivotal experiences from his internships at Walmart and Microsoft, where he embraced product management roles, uncovering his knack for bridging the gap between technical challenges and innovative solutions.

The Essence of Product Management: Learn about the thrill and challenges of being a PM, where every day is a quest to solve complex problems without a predefined path, requiring a blend of creativity, technical understanding, and strategic vision.

The Future of Product Management: Khelan discusses the evolving landscape of product management, emphasizing the need for a balance between specialized knowledge and soft skills, and cautioning against chasing the PM title for the wrong reasons.

Advice for Aspiring PMs: Get actionable advice from Khelan on how starting small side projects can be a game-changer for aspiring PMs, offering hands-on experience with defining visions, prioritizing features, and understanding user needs.