Product Manager VS Project Manager - Key Differences & Which Is BEST for YOU

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Hi All,

Today I'm going to deep dive into the similarities and differences between product managers and project managers.

Questions we'll strive to answer:
1. What is a product manager?
2. What is a project manager?
3. What are the similarities between a project vs a product manager?
4. What are the differences between a project manager vs a product manager?
5. Which role is better: product manager or project manager?
6. How do I decide for myself and based on my career goals which job is a better fit?

I'll also go through a framework on how to think about each role to determine which is better for you:
1. Are you strategic or tactile thinker? Product management is more strategic whereas project managers really focus on the tangible and specific details.
2. Do you like variety in your job or do you want to focus and deep-dive on one topic? Product managers are going to be experts in their products, whereas Project managers will have more variety since their projects will end and they will be given new projects.

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[Basicblissbelle]

This is the best video I've seen so far on the differences between product and project management! The last bit about the nature of the jobs and how it's important to find the right fit for you is spot on! Thank you so much for making this video!

[hoaly]

Ur video is the clearest among others on youtube. Really help me understand what those two roles are and answer all my questions

[saiskumar]

Hi Emma! Thank you for making such an informative video. I have a suggestion, please also make a video on agile and scrum methodology and the key differences in both of them.

[Jackson-kkhr]

I struggled to understand the difference between the two but after watching your video I finally get it. Thanks so much for explaining so well. Keep up the good work.

[Lena_raly]

Oh my god. Your video was super helpful - thank you SO SO MUCH.
Those questions at the end made me realize that I want to pursue Project Management instead of Product Management, and that I've been in the wrong career. I noticed looking back on my resume that most of my experiences have been leading teams and that I naturally asked my coworkers questions about projects that a Project Manager would ask - such as start/end dates, details of the project, expectations, and deadlines - and I enjoyed it lol. Idk why I didn't realize this "calling" before! Thank you again!!

[officialunclefred]

Best video on this topic. Thank you for sharing. I think I now know what path to take.

[inemedandison]

Thank you so much Emma. This is the most explanatory video I've watched differentiating Product/Project Management. Your question prompts have helped me decide which to go for. Thank you.

[RenaRoll]

WOW this video was the most helpful I've seen talking about the differences and similarities between the two roles. I love the end bit too asking questions to see which one you fit with more. I found myself aligning a lot with product management as I answered your questions! Super helpful. THANK YOU

[karinaabreu]

Thanks for this informative video! I'm debating between project management and product management and after reviewing your video I'm leaning more towards project management.

[NicO-cmxo]

Product and Project managers need one another to kick ass. Most of PO will stick a high level timeline that eventually rely on PM to break it down on timeline to deliver. PM will always need PO to set the commercial direction to start running. This is almost always true for large cross functional teams delivering Apps with multi features depending on domain specialist team. The challenge is adapting to changes impacting the rest, like a boat in the storm with all the crew hanging for dear life:). Great video! Thanks.

[cameron.powers]

Awesome video, browse through several other videos before finding yours. Feel like you were the only one to properly answer the question. I have a solid understanding on the difference between Project and Product manager, now I just need to contemplate which one is better suited for me.

[thomasfdfd]

HELPFUL ? Your video just saved me a lot of time. thak you so much

[troublekick]

Thank you for the great content! Really loved the clarity and the scenarios you gave, recently going to move as program manager, after being a technical Delivery manager- though I’ve run multiple projects within technical teams, never really had pmp or formal training. Now working it as it will add value now than had i done this earlier. Looking forward for more content - thanks 🙏🏽
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[anre]

Top Video Emma,

Noticed of late, Product Manager roles are becoming more and more prevalent on job posting boards than the Project Manager ones, & I think it’s because more organizations that make up the hiring ecosystem are of the startup kind than the Enterprise one.

Wish you also touched on the earning potential of both roles, & certifications they also offer as well; Since the Project Management Cert seems to be more widely recognized + I’ve really not seen a popular Product Manager cert, that carries the same regard as the renowned PMP one.

[JenFindsGems]

I loved this video, it’s super informative! Thank you for breaking it down this way— understanding who you would work with is super helpful too. I’m wondering which role is more labor intensive and has a better work life balance 🤔?

[svizzero]

Love your videos! They are concise and on point! Thanks Emma!

[hernanpugni]

Incredible advice, thank you very much!! mega like!!!

[ubcrafts]

It really helpful thanks for the content

[MakeMoneyMovesLee]

Wow! This really helped. I couldn’t decide between the two but after answering your questions Project Management seems like the best fit. *subscribes to channel*