Free Lesson
PM Job Search: Interview Referrals - Network Vs. Apply
30 min
Feb 26, 2026 12:00 PM
Virtual (Zoom)
In this video
What you'll learn
Who Lands Interviews?
Is it better to apply, get a referral, or be introduced to the hiring manager?
Different Referral Types
Not all referrals are equal. You don't want checkbox referrals, you want an advocate or recommendation.
How to Network for a Referral
Most job seekers request referrals poorly. Learn how to secure referrals with better outreach - warm and cold.
Job Search Strategy to Land Interviews
Leverage and combine tactics to increase your chances of landing and passing interviews.
Why this topic matters
If you want to land a top tech job in this market, don't only apply to open roles.
You need a job search networking strategy.
Discover jobs before they are posted. Land interviews when other applicants are being ghosted. Learn insider information to help you pass the interviews instead of being roasted.
You'll learn from
David Speigel
2x Product Director. Grew teams to 10+. Coached 100s of PMs. Kellogg MBA.
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