Professional Background
Aakash Gupta is a seasoned product management leader with over 16 years of experience building and scaling products that millions of people use. His journey in PM began as an individual contributor and culminated in his role as VP of Product at Apollo.io, a unicorn sales intelligence platform valued at over $1 billion.
At Apollo.io, Aakash led product strategy for multiple teams, driving significant growth in user adoption and revenue. He pioneered the company's AI-powered features, positioning Apollo as a leader in the AI-driven sales intelligence space. His work directly contributed to Apollo's rapid ascent from startup to unicorn status.
Throughout his career, Aakash has specialized in AI and machine learning applications in product management, earning him the moniker "The AI PM Guy" among his peers and followers. He's built products across B2B SaaS, consumer apps, and enterprise platforms, giving him a comprehensive understanding of product management across different contexts.
Beyond his corporate achievements, Aakash has become one of the most influential voices in product management education. His newsletter reaches over 190,000 subscribers weekly, and his content across YouTube, LinkedIn, and Twitter has amassed a combined following of 700,000+ aspiring and experienced product managers seeking guidance on career growth, interview preparation, and mastering the craft of PM.
Teaching Philosophy
Aakash's teaching approach is rooted in a simple belief: theory without practice is worthless. Unlike traditional courses that focus on frameworks and concepts, Aakash emphasizes actionable strategies that deliver immediate results in your job search.
- Personalization Over Generic Advice: Every student receives customized feedback on their specific situation, background, and goals. No two PM job searches are identical, so the guidance shouldn't be either.
- Live Learning and Real-Time Feedback: Aakash conducts live sessions where students can ask questions, receive immediate critique, and iterate on their approach. This interactive format accelerates learning and prevents common mistakes.
- Results-Driven Approach: Success is measured by outcomes, not completion. Aakash guarantees 2+ interviews when students follow the program, demonstrating his commitment to actual career results rather than just education.
Students consistently report that Aakash's direct, no-nonsense teaching style cuts through the noise and delivers clarity on exactly what they need to do to land their dream PM role.
Why Aakash Created This Course
After years of creating free content and helping thousands of PMs through his newsletter and social media, Aakash noticed a consistent pattern: talented people were struggling not because they lacked skills, but because they lacked a structured system for the PM job search.
He saw brilliant engineers who couldn't translate their technical skills into compelling PM narratives. He met experienced PMs who were applying to hundreds of jobs without a single callback. He coached career switchers who had the potential but didn't know how to position themselves competitively.
The problem wasn't a lack of resources. There were plenty of PM courses, interview prep books, and YouTube tutorials. The problem was the absence of personalized guidance and accountability. Generic advice doesn't work when every person's situation is unique.
Aakash created this course to fill that gap. By combining structured curriculum with personalized coaching, live feedback sessions, and guaranteed outcomes, he built a program that delivers the personalized support that aspiring PMs desperately need. His goal is simple: get you hired, not just educated.
What Students Say About Aakash
Rashi SinghaniaDirector at DeepSky“Aakash helped me focus on my unique strengths and switch from broad applications to strategic outreach. His personalized advice made my job search more effective and innovative.”
Dennis WhipplePM at Venmo“I applied Aakash's techniques and landed 148 interviews and 5 offers. His strategies helped me stand out and secure my dream role at Venmo.”
Areas of Expertise
AI Product Management
Specializes in AI/ML applications, building AI-powered products, and landing AI PM roles at top companies.
Job Search Strategy
Expert in strategic outreach, resume optimization, and positioning yourself for PM roles at FAANG+ companies.
Interview Preparation
Proven frameworks for product sense, behavioral, metrics, and technical PM interviews at top tech companies.
Read Aakash's Complete PM Interview GuideProduct Strategy
Deep expertise in 0-1 product development, scaling products, and driving growth through strategic product decisions.
Career Transition
Helps engineers, designers, and professionals from other fields successfully transition into product management.
B2B SaaS Products
Extensive experience building and scaling B2B SaaS products from early stage to enterprise adoption.
Learn Directly from Aakash
Get personalized coaching, live feedback, and proven strategies to land your dream PM role in 12 weeks.