Google PM Interview
Preparing for a
Four interviews types
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Technical
Design
Strategy
Analytics
Questions like should Google compete in a specific market? The interviewer assesses whether you have good business acumen.
Strategy
Questions like "can you design an elevator for blind people"? The interviewer assesses your ability to understand users and propose solutions for their needs.
Design
Questions like "how much revenue does company [X] make"? The interviewer assesses your ability to break down a complex problem into manageable parts and make reasonable assumptions.
Analytics
Questions like "design an algorithm to detect duplicate calendar events"? The interviewer assesses your understanding of computer science fundamentals and technical infrastructure.
Technical
Prepare a framework
Despite the wide range of interview questions, you can use a common framework to answer them.
Ask clarifying questions to understand the problem
Structure your solution - map out specific business goals, user pain points, and user needs.
Propose a solution for key user pain points, also propose alternatives.
Response framework
Evaluate pros and cons of your solution.
Practice with a friend.
Record yourself, then listen to yourself answering (trust me!)
Propose a solution for key user pain points, also propose alternatives.
How to practice
Get plenty of sleep!