TPM 101

Core TPM Skills That Are Not Emphasized Enough

I recently posted about TPM core skills on LinkedIn. I have seen many TPMs who are hyper focused on perfecting their technical skills and...

7 More TPM Myths That You Should Know

Myth-Busting Edition - Part 2 It is so disheartening to hear the misconceptions around the TPM role. Many TPMs get dejected by the lack...

Common Mistakes in TPM Resumes

A resume is the first impression that a candidate makes on a prospective employer. The value of a resume will never diminish even if we...

Why you need a Mentor, a Coach and a Sponsor

I have been fortunate to have some good mentors, sponsors and coaches through my career. In fact, I wish I had engaged them earlier in my...

How to transition from Engineering to TPM

I have received many requests from folks who want to transition to the TPM role from engineering roles.I often ask them about the...

How to build the “T” in TPM

The “T” in TPM is very crucial and differentiates TPMs from other types of program managers. TPMs work with subject matter experts on a...

Demystifying TPM Responsibilities - Part 3 - Collaboration

This is the last part in the Demystifying TPM Responsibilities series. You can read Part 1 and Part 2. In this last part, I will focus on...

Demystifying TPM Responsibilities - Part 2 - Communication

This post is a continuation of my previous post on Demystifying TPM Responsibilities where I focused on the program management aspects of...

Demystifying TPM Responsibilities - Part 1 - Planning

If you are looking to find a new TPM opportunity, you have probably looked at many TPM job descriptions posted on LinkedIn and other...

What is a Technical Program Manager (TPM)?

A Technical Program Manager (TPM) is a special type of program management role often found in the tech field. The definition of TPM...

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