How to hire your first product manager

“Be conscious of when and why you’re hiring your first product manager. Yes, they will ensure your product aligns with company strategy and customer needs, but they can also be an unneeded middleman between the founding team, engineers and your customers, which you just don’t need in the early stages of running a company,” says Mike Oliinyk, who led product at both Wise and Wolt before their IPO and acquisition, respectively.

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How to hire your first product manager

Mike Oliinyk, who led product at both Wise and Wolt, gives his top tips for hiring a great product manager

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How to hire your first product manager

Mike Oliinyk, who led product at both Wise and Wolt, gives his top tips for hiring a great product manager