I’ve been on RUclips for the past 3 years and this is the first video I’ve ever planned, filmed and edited in one day. It’s a Saturday and I got up at 6am to do all of this! Hoping people find it useful and are able to apply as it closes in 3 days! Link to apply- apm.shopify.com Good luck! 🥰
Hi there, great video. Were you switching careers when you initially applied? You mention displaying leadership skills. Does this apply to someone doesn’t have management experience?
Yes, I was switching careers when I initially applied. Not management experience, but showing examples of you leading a group. e.g: -if you’re a new grad, you might have been the lead of your capstone project. You can highlight that in your resume -Leadership position in organizations/clubs/volunteer work -Even as a career transitioner, you’ll likely have examples of you leading team without the management title
Glad you enjoy my videos! 🥰Unfortunately, I don’t know of any program in Nigeria. I’m not very familiar with the Nigerian job market since I never worked there. Hopefully I come across more fully remote North American programs 🤞🏾
Thank you for sharing your experience and tips! :) I have a couple of questions: Do you think it's better to include a portfolio or not in the application regardless of the projects? What was the timeline like after submitting the application (i.e notification for the first interview and so on)? And how did you approach preparing for the interviews (resources or concepts you reviewed)?
1) You should definitely include a portfolio if you have one. Show your awesome work! Note that this isn’t necessary tho, so if you have one that you’re proud of, then it doesn’t hurt to include it. 2) I don’t exactly recall timelines since mine was 1 yr + ago, but I know the cohort start date is April 1, which is close. They’ll also communicate timelines with you as you progress. 3) re:interview. I have resources in my description box.
Hello Tolu, thanks for sharing these beautiful nuggets. Please would you advise someone that has no experience to apply for this or it might be best suited for someone with experience
This article does a good job at summarizing it - www.productplan.com/learn/product-manager-vs-product-owner/ Tl:dr - product management requires more strategic thinking while product owner is more tactical.
Hi Tobi, Really insightful video and it seems like you are a genuine people person, Which is Awesome! Currently, I am a Data Analyst and have been wanting to break into PM. I'm eyeing the Shopify APM role that opened up and would love to hear about your journey more in-depth, I've dropped a request on your LinkedIn. Would you be open to a quick chat? If you're up for it, a peek at my resume would be awesome too - keen to see if my skills could fit.
I’m a data analyst as well. This was incredibly helpful. However I am also curious about the non-technical side of the APM program and the attributes they’re looking for.
@@VictoriaWElise lol, nice to meet you ! I’m actually indecisive because I’m fresh into my data analyst career and want to know if PM is a worthy switch, seems like a pretty cool job.
@@hamzaiqbal2512Yes I’ve been wondering the same thing. I think it’s worth a shoot submitting an application and continuing to follow Tobi to learn more about the PM side of things. I know it definitely offers more stability I heard however I don’t want to to be bored with mundane tasks each day. Hopefully we both find our path in this industry! 😊
Glad you found it helpful! Unfortunately, I don’t have the capacity for a chat as I have hundreds of such requests. What else would you like to know about my journey? Perhaps I can consider adding it to my video request list. As for if your skills will be a fit, pls check the application qualification section - www.shopify.com/careers/apprentice-product-manager---spring-cohort-----_c6b33d9b-1eec-4f46-9164-ff91c5d53bb1. They highlighted skills they are looking for.
I applied a few days ago, my only fear is it states the candidate would work remotely in the US or Canada and I am in the Uk 🇬🇧 😭😭🤦🏽♀️. Hmmm it seems like such a greattttt opportunity
Thank you so much for this video. I wanted to know how much salary is paid and what is the cohort size ? How many of the participants were hired ? How can I connect with you on LinkedIn?
Glad you enjoyed it! I’m not on the hiring team. These are details the recruiter would be able to share with you when you get further down the hiring process.
I applied with a referral for my first, didn’t get to the interview stage. Didn’t use a referral for my second application and got it, so perhaps the application itself is what matters and referral may not be as important as people make it seem.
I missed this application by one day but I know it’s in God’s plan that I found you because you stated that you applied for it for the spring and you were rejected and then you applied for the fall and I just wanted to ask when did the fall application open up for the shopify APM program? Since the spring 2024 is closed I’d like to know how long I should wait until the fall one is posted so I can apply for that one. Thank you so much.
Hello! Thanks for this great video. Please how long after you application did they get back to inviting you for an interview? And also did you get a notification that your application was in review before getting the interview email ?
Hi Tobi, thank you so much for the video! Do you think it matters whether to schedule the first interview earlier or later in the available time frame? Could you share your experience and whether you think time is an important factor?
Hello Tobi! Thank you for this video, it was very insightful. Do you have any advice for the small and large group case study. What to expect and how to prepare. I really appreciate it, thanks 😊
Hi, I wouldn’t know what to expect. But in terms of preparation, you can find links in my description box under the interview section. I have general PM interview resources listed there. Also, cracking the PM interview book is a great one!
I believe they also highlighted what to expect for the interviews and what they are looking for in their info session video - drive.google.com/file/d/1kSQsmHQDIQOSw86nc4fY4EwvrIJIxNkB/view
@@TobiDerin thank you! Can I also ask, is the pay in USD or CAD, and does it include benefits. I understand if you can answer for this cohort, but what was your experience (pay and benefits).
@@boluoresegun4713 things are subject to change, but with most global companies, pay is based on the country you’re in. So if you’re in Canada, then will likely be Cdn, if you’re in US, then USD. Benefits as well can be subject to change, so you can find out more details by asking the recruiter or contact during the hiring process.
Thank you for taking the time to make this informative and inspiring application Tobi. I stumbled across your LinkedIn profile and I’m grateful! Definitely going to apply. The only thing I’m torn on is non-technical vs technical (which I have data analyst experience) 🤞🏽
Glad you found it useful! Oh, that can be tricky. Do you think you’ll cover most of the things listed under technical with your data analyst experience? like “Willing to sharpen your technical skills and dive deep into technical concepts / In lieu of formal technical training, you have built something cool from scratch” If you’re somewhat confident that your application will be strong compared to others, then you can go for it. By others, I mean software developers as I’d assume most technical track applications will be from software developers. I’d apply for whichever I feel the most confident in. I think both tracks will be competitive.
@@TobiDerin yes I think I definitely have more experience do the technical application. I was just curious as to what attributes might stand out if I went for non-technical. Thank you so much
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I’ve been on RUclips for the past 3 years and this is the first video I’ve ever planned, filmed and edited in one day. It’s a Saturday and I got up at 6am to do all of this! Hoping people find it useful and are able to apply as it closes in 3 days!
Link to apply- apm.shopify.com
Good luck! 🥰
Thank You, Tobi, for the video. I sent you a message on IG, on LinkedIn and email for a referral. The video gave me an insight as well.
Hi there, great video. Were you switching careers when you initially applied? You mention displaying leadership skills. Does this apply to someone doesn’t have management experience?
Yes, I was switching careers when I initially applied.
Not management experience, but showing examples of you leading a group. e.g:
-if you’re a new grad, you might have been the lead of your capstone project. You can highlight that in your resume
-Leadership position in organizations/clubs/volunteer work
-Even as a career transitioner, you’ll likely have examples of you leading team without the management title
omg! so happy I found this video :) thanks tobi 🙏🏾
Happy to help!
I’ve been following you on all socials for a longtime now. Love your contents. Please share remote APM programs and openings for Nigerians.
Glad you enjoy my videos! 🥰Unfortunately, I don’t know of any program in Nigeria. I’m not very familiar with the Nigerian job market since I never worked there. Hopefully I come across more fully remote North American programs 🤞🏾
Hey girl. I’ve been trying to find out what product management bootcamp(s) you’ve joined. Please share.
Thank you for sharing your experience and tips! :) I have a couple of questions: Do you think it's better to include a portfolio or not in the application regardless of the projects? What was the timeline like after submitting the application (i.e notification for the first interview and so on)? And how did you approach preparing for the interviews (resources or concepts you reviewed)?
1) You should definitely include a portfolio if you have one. Show your awesome work! Note that this isn’t necessary tho, so if you have one that you’re proud of, then it doesn’t hurt to include it.
2) I don’t exactly recall timelines since mine was 1 yr + ago, but I know the cohort start date is April 1, which is close. They’ll also communicate timelines with you as you progress.
3) re:interview. I have resources in my description box.
Hello Tolu, thanks for sharing these beautiful nuggets. Please would you advise someone that has no experience to apply for this or it might be best suited for someone with experience
Hi, my name is Tobi.
New grads can also apply! There have been successful new grads.
What’s the difference between Product owner and product manager?
This article does a good job at summarizing it - www.productplan.com/learn/product-manager-vs-product-owner/
Tl:dr - product management requires more strategic thinking while product owner is more tactical.
Thank you for a very informative and helpful video Tobi, I'm glad I found your channel!
Hi Tobi,
Really insightful video and it seems like you are a genuine people person, Which is Awesome! Currently, I am a Data Analyst and have been wanting to break into PM. I'm eyeing the Shopify APM role that opened up and would love to hear about your journey more in-depth, I've dropped a request on your LinkedIn. Would you be open to a quick chat?
If you're up for it, a peek at my resume would be awesome too - keen to see if my skills could fit.
I’m a data analyst as well. This was incredibly helpful. However I am also curious about the non-technical side of the APM program and the attributes they’re looking for.
@@VictoriaWElise lol, nice to meet you ! I’m actually indecisive because I’m fresh into my data analyst career and want to know if PM is a worthy switch, seems like a pretty cool job.
@@hamzaiqbal2512Yes I’ve been wondering the same thing. I think it’s worth a shoot submitting an application and continuing to follow Tobi to learn more about the PM side of things. I know it definitely offers more stability I heard however I don’t want to to be bored with mundane tasks each day. Hopefully we both find our path in this industry! 😊
Glad you found it helpful!
Unfortunately, I don’t have the capacity for a chat as I have hundreds of such requests. What else would you like to know about my journey? Perhaps I can consider adding it to my video request list.
As for if your skills will be a fit, pls check the application qualification section - www.shopify.com/careers/apprentice-product-manager---spring-cohort-----_c6b33d9b-1eec-4f46-9164-ff91c5d53bb1. They highlighted skills they are looking for.
Hi! I love your content very inspiring! Is there anyway I can reach out to you get some help with my application?
Happy to hear that you find my content inspiring!
Unfortunately, I currently don’t have the capacity to assist with applications.
I applied a few days ago, my only fear is it states the candidate would work remotely in the US or Canada and I am in the Uk 🇬🇧 😭😭🤦🏽♀️. Hmmm it seems like such a greattttt opportunity
Oh. It’s only for people who reside in US or Canada. Hopefully they open it up to other locations for future cohorts.
@@TobiDerin hmmm, hopefully 🤞
Thank You for this video and For Sharing. God Bless You
Thank you so much for this video. I wanted to know how much salary is paid and what is the cohort size ? How many of the participants were hired ? How can I connect with you on LinkedIn?
Glad you enjoyed it!
I’m not on the hiring team. These are details the recruiter would be able to share with you when you get further down the hiring process.
Thanks this video helped! Do you do mock interviews?
Thank you for this video Tobi! It came right in time when I needed it 🙏🏾
You're so welcome!
Same here
did you blind apply. can referrals be used for this?
I applied with a referral for my first, didn’t get to the interview stage.
Didn’t use a referral for my second application and got it, so perhaps the application itself is what matters and referral may not be as important as people make it seem.
Hi Tobi! I recently applied to the 24 APM program. Would you be able to help me with getting an interview?
I missed this application by one day but I know it’s in God’s plan that I found you because you stated that you applied for it for the spring and you were rejected and then you applied for the fall and I just wanted to ask when did the fall application open up for the shopify APM program? Since the spring 2024 is closed I’d like to know how long I should wait until the fall one is posted so I can apply for that one. Thank you so much.
Hello! Thanks for this great video. Please how long after you application did they get back to inviting you for an interview? And also did you get a notification that your application was in review before getting the interview email ?
Hi Tobi, thank you so much for the video! Do you think it matters whether to schedule the first interview earlier or later in the available time frame? Could you share your experience and whether you think time is an important factor?
Hi what are the salary details of the APM with Shopify?
Hello Tobi! Thank you for this video, it was very insightful. Do you have any advice for the small and large group case study. What to expect and how to prepare. I really appreciate it, thanks 😊
Hi, I wouldn’t know what to expect. But in terms of preparation, you can find links in my description box under the interview section. I have general PM interview resources listed there. Also, cracking the PM interview book is a great one!
I believe they also highlighted what to expect for the interviews and what they are looking for in their info session video - drive.google.com/file/d/1kSQsmHQDIQOSw86nc4fY4EwvrIJIxNkB/view
@@TobiDerin thank you! Can I also ask, is the pay in USD or CAD, and does it include benefits. I understand if you can answer for this cohort, but what was your experience (pay and benefits).
@@boluoresegun4713 things are subject to change, but with most global companies, pay is based on the country you’re in. So if you’re in Canada, then will likely be Cdn, if you’re in US, then USD. Benefits as well can be subject to change, so you can find out more details by asking the recruiter or contact during the hiring process.
Can I apply as a Nigerian?
As long as you’re legally allowed to work in USA or Canada, then you can.
This video helped.
Thank you for taking the time to make this informative and inspiring application Tobi. I stumbled across your LinkedIn profile and I’m grateful! Definitely going to apply. The only thing I’m torn on is non-technical vs technical (which I have data analyst experience) 🤞🏽
Glad you found it useful!
Oh, that can be tricky. Do you think you’ll cover most of the things listed under technical with your data analyst experience? like “Willing to sharpen your technical skills and dive deep into technical concepts
/ In lieu of formal technical training, you have built something cool from scratch”
If you’re somewhat confident that your application will be strong compared to others, then you can go for it. By others, I mean software developers as I’d assume most technical track applications will be from software developers.
I’d apply for whichever I feel the most confident in. I think both tracks will be competitive.
@@TobiDerin yes I think I definitely have more experience do the technical application. I was just curious as to what attributes might stand out if I went for non-technical. Thank you so much