EP18 Product Perspectives from ShareChat, Apna with Mithun Madhusudan, ex-Director of Product

Welcome to the latest episode of the Minimum Viable Podcast by PM School! We were thrilled to have Mithun Madhusudan with us, the former Director of ShareChat and ex-Head of Product at Apna. Mithun has a remarkable journey building products for India's Tier 2 and 3 markets, impacting millions of users.
In this episode, we delve into Mithun's extensive experience and insights:
1. Career Advice for Aspiring PMs: Mithun shares valuable advice for APMs and PM1s with 1-4 years of experience, discussing how to navigate various career paths within product management, whether specializing in a specific domain or exploring diverse product types.
2. Evaluating Potential Employers: Learn how Mithun approaches evaluating job opportunities as a product manager, highlighting key factors like company culture, growth potential, and the role of equity compensation.
3. Challenges in Community Building at ShareChat: Mithun reveals key insights into community building and user psychology in India's Tier 2 and 3 cities, discussing the challenges and successes in product development and monetization, including the launch of Audio Rooms and Gifting.
4. User Lifecycle and Impact at Apna: Explore the user lifecycle for candidates on Apna, the different user cohorts targeted, and the specific problems addressed on both the supply and demand sides of India's job market.
5. Managing Substacks: IndianPivot and ProductRoadmap: Mithun shares his commitment to his Substacks, how he chooses topics, and conducts research each week to provide valuable content.
Join us for an engaging conversation with Mithun Madhusudan, packed with actionable insights and thought-provoking discussions.
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