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Event Recap: Product Predictions - From Corporate Theatre to Strategic Tool

The Toronto Product Management Association (TPMA) hosted its November event, "Product Predictions: From Corporate Theatre to Strategic Tool," in partnership with Electric Mind, who shared their inspiring journey of evolving from a deep engineering focus to offering holistic product solutions, aligning perfectly with TPMA’s mission to elevate product management craft across the GTA.

End-of-Year Reading List for Product Managers: Sharpen Your Skills for 2025

As we approach 2025, staying ahead in the fast-moving world of product management has never been more critical. Keeping up with the latest trends, strategies, and techniques is essential for crafting exceptional products and driving meaningful change. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, curiosity and continuous learning are your most valuable tools.To help you level up, The Product Recruiter has curated an end-of-year reading list for product managers. These must-reads cover a range of topics, from building better products and managing complexity to making smarter decisions and embracing agility. Make 2025 the year you thrive with these transformative insights!

The Power of Identifying the Right Problem

"Is solving problems the ultimate product management skill? Not quite. The real game-changer lies in uncovering the right problems to solve." When I stumbled upon a LinkedIn post claiming that “solving a problem is an invaluable skill,” I paused to reflect. While this is a fair argument, I believe it only scratches the surface. The ability to solve problems is important, but the true superpower lies in identifying the right problems to solve.

Crafting a Product Manager’s Resume: Do’s, Don’ts, and Differentiators for 2024

Standing out in today’s competitive product management field can be challenging, especially when every resume on a hiring manager’s desk claims impact and expertise. To help you highlight your most compelling accomplishments, we’ve teamed up with The Product Recruiter to bring you this practical checklist—targeted specifically for Product Managers aiming to land that next interview-worthy role.

Breaking into Product Management: Essential Career and Resume Tips

Navigating a career in Product Management comes with its own set of challenges, especially when you're at the beginning of your journey or making a transition. Whether you're a New Canadian adjusting to the North American job market, someone trying to pivot into product management, or an early-stage PM eager to prove your value, having the right mindset and strategy is critical.

Empowering Change in Health Tech: Lessons from Product Manager

The path to becoming a successful Product Manager can be as varied and unique as the products a PM creates. In the tech industry, product management involves a blend of strategic thinking, user empathy, and cross-functional collaboration. For aspiring PMs, understanding the diverse experiences and insights of seasoned professionals can be incredibly valuable in charting a successful path.

Event Recap: The Art of the Career Pivot: Turning Challenge Into Opportunity

The Toronto Product Management Association (TPMA) recently hosted an inspiring evening on the art of career pivots, featuring insights from seasoned product leader Joey Benedict. Held at Rose Rocket’s lively office space, this event was a full house, with many attendees joining their first TPMA gathering. Andrew Williams, TPMA board member and Director of Product at Vertical City, set the tone, highlighting TPMA’s journey and its foundation of community-driven growth through passionate members, sponsors, and volunteers.

Event Recap: David vs Goliath: How Product Teams Take on Industry Giants and Win

In the modern business landscape, small, agile product teams often find themselves facing off against well-established industry giants. But how can these Davids stand a chance against the Goliaths of their industry? Find out the valuable insights on just that in this blog recap!

Six Product Marketing Traits Leaders Look For

In today’s competitive job market, securing a Product Marketing role is more challenging than a year ago. However, Product Marketing remains essential for business success, with companies continuously investing in this area.If you’re looking for your next role, here are six key product marketing traits that recruiters, talent acquisition professionals and tech startups are actively seeking.

Scaling a Product Career: Insights from Sorren Isler, Lead PM at VTS

In this TPMA interview, we meet with Sorren Isler to get her expert insights on scaling a product career and the nuances within product management. As the Lead Product Manager at VTS, Sorren oversees the full lifecycle of mobile and digital products, focusing on building cohesive, cross-functional teams that thrive on collaboration and innovation. With a rich background that includes pivotal roles at Ecobee and LoyaltyOne, Sorren has a reputation for tackling complex challenges head-on and fostering an environment where creativity and teamwork flourish.

Insights from some of the top Product Craftspeople in the Industry.