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Okta Product Director on Building Confidence and Curiosity in Product Management
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Okta Product Director on Building Confidence and Curiosity in Product Management

How can product managers develop the courage to make bold decisions and stay ahead of the curve? In this episode of Product Talk hosted by Justin Leibow, Okta Director of Product for Identity Management Vijay Pitchumani shares his insights on building confidence in decision-making and maintaining a curious learning mindset as a product manager. Vijay discusses his journey from cybersecurity to product management, the importance of bridging the gap between product and sales, and the evolving landscape of identity governance and security. He emphasizes the value of mentorship, team growth, and staying ahead of the curve in an industry driven by rapid technological advancements. Vijay's advice to aspiring product managers highlights the significance of continuous learning, embracing mistakes, and cultivating the confidence to make impactful decisions.

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