Intentional Product ManagerReviews of intentionalproductmanager.com

After being laid off, I didn't want to navigate my job search alone, I realized I needed more than just another job, I needed real clarity on what I actually wanted to do next. The program is genuinely well structured, with a clear roadmap and a great mix of specialized coaches, including mindset coaching, an thought-partner, and dedicated experts for mock interviews and story crafting. One of the coaches' biggest strengths is that many are current hiring managers and working PMs, so their feedback on how a story lands felt immediately actionable. One of the best parts was the community. Mock interviews turned into real relationships, and we ended up swapping job leads, prepping techniques, and even learning how to use AI in the job search together. The result speaks for itself: after a tough product sense interview pushed me to really lean into the program, I ended up with multiple job offers and accepted a product strategist role that's a genuinely great fit, one that leverages my skills and sets me up for the next stage of my career. One honest caveat: this isn't a passive program, you have to be proactive and drive your own progress. They hold you accountable, but you have to initiate. I'd especially recommend this to mid-level PMs going through a career pivot who want real clarity on the type of role and company they're aiming for, and the preparation to actually land it.

I joined IJS at a point where I wasn't desperate for a new job — I'd just gotten married, had a stable role, and honestly wanted to take things slow. But I knew I wanted to operate at a bigger scale and work for a company whose mission I genuinely believed in. That clarity, plus IJS's structure, is what got me from a comfortable job to my current role at a leading fintech firm . I'd been through-and-through data analytics and BI for over a decade, and this was the first time in my career I was actively job searching instead of moving through referrals. I thought the hard part was already done — I'd built the experience. Turns out translating 16 years into a 3-minute story that keeps a hiring manager engaged is its own skill entirely, and it's not simple. The mock interviews with the coaches — who are strict, and rightly so — were tough, but that's exactly what made my real interviews feel just as high-stakes and prepared for. What actually moved the needle was learning to modulate the same story depending on who I was talking to — a UI/UX person versus an engineer versus a fellow PM versus a director. That structure, combined with the resume and LinkedIn work, is what kept my profile from getting lost in a pile of applicants when I reached out to my hiring manager directly on LinkedIn. And the community is real — not just marketing language. Someone in the program did a mock interview with me while on a family vacation in Spain, no obligation, just because we were both in IJS. Another member spotted how transferable my background was to a role I was applying for, in ways I couldn't have articulated myself. I went in expecting competitors and came out with people I'd now call friends. On ROI: the negotiation coaching alone paid for the program. Forget the new role — just the way I negotiated made the investment worth it. My advice to anyone on the fence: write down where you are, where you want to be, and how long you're willing to try getting there on your own. If you can't get there alone, look at real testimonials, not just cost — look at the gap this can close for you. I knew on day one I needed the structure, and IJS gave me exactly that.

**The unlock for me was clarity.** I had engineering and MBA degrees from elite universities in India and the US, a software engineering background, and almost a decade of experience at companies like Amazon — yet I wasn't cracking interviews. The program helped me realize why: I was applying broadly instead of owning who I am. IPM brought me clarity that I am an AI, data governance and platform PM. That meant saying no to 98 jobs that didn't align with that brand, and saying yes to only the 2 that did — but showing up to those 2 so prepared that I could impress anyone in the room, including the CEO. That clarity, combined with rigorous mock interviews with coaches and a community of genuinely accomplished PMs, is what helped me land my role as Principal PM at a Fortune 50 company. A few things that stand out about IPM: **The community is exceptional.** These are not just peers — they are highly capable PMs who push you in ways you can't replicate alone. Mock interviews with community members are as valuable as the ones with coaches. **The program stays current.** I learned about Claude, AI coding tools, and the latest shifts in product management here. It keeps you ahead of the curve, not just prepared for interviews. **The structure continues after you land.** Once you find the job, they help you do it better — through IPM Alliance and ongoing coaching. That's rare. The investment is well worth it. I plan to stay part of this community for my own continued growth — there is always more to learn and improve.

After the program, Shobhit sent an email about how we can get 50% refund by posting a prototype on LinkedIn tagging him and leaving a review on here, no timeframe. After having done both and proofs shared with Shobhit on email requesting the promised refund, my email is being ignored since past 4 months. BTW the program was not worth it.

I found the Intentional Product Manager program very helpful. The program is very structured, but the biggest thing for me was the accountability the program created over several months. It forced me to focus, practice consistently, and sharpen how I communicated product thinking and leadership experience. The content was practical and especially useful for product sense, behavioral, and strategy interviews. The mock interviews and coaching also helped me identify weaknesses that I was not seeing on my own. Before the program, I was struggling to reach the offer stage. After four months, I ended up receiving multiple offers. The skills I learned also transfer to the job itself, which is even more important. If you're willing to put in the work and appreciate a structured approach, IPM is an excellent program.

Highly recommend. What made the difference: a structured process that actually works, access to experts who are smart and genuinely passionate, and a program that evolves with AI — so the content stays relevant. The mindset practice alone built a confidence that went well beyond interviews.

As an experienced product manager and leader, I found IPM a high quality program and community. IPM provides several things: 1. modules that detail each phase to enable you to craft your best narratives, stories, and cases 2. direct feedback across a team of experienced coaches across recruiting, job search, and product 3. strong community of product professionals Leveraged properly, you will accelerate your job search. On my end, I received an offer within 2.5 months of joining. During the program, I was able to receive personalized attention and group help that drove measurable impact immediately at key phases (within 2-4 days of application of help). IPM stays nimble and has been ahead of the Gen AI wave, including new modules and community activity regarding how PMs can best "PM" AI-products. Obviously, you will have to put in work to obtain results, but if you are looking for a robust PM program and community to give you the tools to accelerate your journey - I would highly recommend IPM.

Life changing experience. I joined at a time when I was particularly feeling low. The program, the community, and the coaches enabled me to reflect on my experience and bring my best self to the table. The result = An offer in 3 months with me needing to decline several other companies chasing me + Me restarting the new chapter with a lot of confidence and more tools than before. Super grateful.