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November 15, 2024

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How to Study Consistently With A Full-Time Job

Two years ago, Jordan’s daily routine was monotonous, with rushed mornings, workdays of mundane tasks, and evenings filled with anime and gaming. Here’s how a few key changes transformed his life:

- Shift to Productive Mornings: Instead of starting the day in a rush, Jordan began waking up early to study and write before work, using this extra time to build skills.

- Career and Life Improvements: This change led to a new job with a substantial pay raise and the ability to afford a private apartment, creating a fuller and more satisfying life.

Gamified Approach to Self-Improvement:

- Jordan likened self-improvement to completing “quests” in a video game.

- Each new skill, like programming or database management, became a “level-up” toward the ultimate goal of becoming a cloud engineer.

- Finding Motivation Through Goals: The drive to move out of a shared house motivated Jordan to continue studying, as he saw each skill gained as a step closer to a better-paying job and greater independence.

- Structured Habits and Tools:

- By setting a structured morning routine and using tools like time-blocking apps, Jordan formed consistent study habits.

- Tracking progress with tools like Atomic Habits provided a clear sense of advancement, much like gaining skill points in a game.

- Balanced Full-Time Job and Personal Growth: This approach helped Jordan stay motivated and consistent, balancing a full-time job with focused efforts on career development.

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The Disappearing Job Market: Essential Insights for Every Product Manager

In the current market, job seekers—especially in roles like product management—are facing steep challenges. According to Aakash Gupta, hiring for product management roles has become fiercely competitive, with even lesser-known startups seeing hundreds of qualified applicants on the first day for senior positions. This surge in applications isn’t limited to product management; similar trends are seen across engineering and marketing roles, reflecting broader shifts in job market dynamics.

Gupta highlighted an example of a seasoned product manager with eight years of experience who, after applying for over 150 roles, managed only two final-round interviews and ultimately received no offers. Just three years ago, this same professional's job search yielded more interviews and multiple offers after submitting fewer applications. The drastic difference in outcomes underscores the market's unprecedented competitiveness.

Several factors are at play. First, there’s been a significant drop in job availability on platforms like LinkedIn, where product management job postings have plummeted by nearly 90% over the past two years. Meanwhile, layoffs have surged, particularly in tech and venture-backed industries, creating an oversupply of experienced professionals actively seeking roles. This imbalance between a dwindling number of open roles and an increasing number of candidates has made job hunting challenging, even for highly skilled applicants.

For PMs and other job seekers, this landscape demands a strategic approach. With such high competition, standing out in a crowded field is key, whether through tailored applications, advanced preparation for interviews, or leveraging personal networks.