#32: Carlos González de Villaumbrosia – Founder of Product School

[1:59] Carlos talks about how he created his first startup while studying Computer Science in Spain and how it grew not just locally but also in Europe and the U.S.

[4:50] Why he created his second startup in Spain, raising money from VC’s, getting accepted to Start-Up Chile, and how he got back to the U.S.

[6:50] Carlos explains what it means to be a Product CEO and why he founded Product School

[10:15] His definition of product management and the three main characteristics that make a great product manager

[18:22] The different roles product managers can have and the two approaches involved in doing product management

[25:38] Carlos describes how you can develop yourself to become a good product manager.

[27:10] More about Product School: Here’s an overview of their application process, curriculum structure, mentorship, and job search assistance.

[34:05} What to expect during product management interviews

[38:00] Carlos illustrates the different career trajectories of product managers, their respective salaries, and various career backgrounds that break into product management.

[45:00] Check out if you’re qualified enough to get into Product School and what you can do now to figure out if product management is something for you.