103: Is the U.S. Digital Corps a Path to Impact and Product Management?

How To Succeed In Product Management | Jeffrey Shulman, Red Russak & Soumeya Benghanem

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In this episode of the How to Succeed in Product Management Podcast, marketing professor Jeff Shulman welcomes Charles Stewart, Chris Kuang, and Jamie Lambert, CSPO, LSSGB to talk about PM roles and opportunities in the U.S. Digital Corps. The U.S. Digital Corps serves as an impactful avenue for individuals interested in public service and various tech-related fields, including product management. This program is designed to offer a meaningful platform for talented professionals to contribute their skills and expertise to government initiatives. Whether you're passionate about digital transformation, user-centered design, or product management, the U.S. Digital Corps provides a unique opportunity to make a difference in the public sector while helping to shape the future of government technology.

Disclaimer: All opinions of the speakers are their own.

What to Listen For:

• 00:00 Intro
• 09:25 U.S. Digital Corps PM Opportunities
• 13:38 PM Roles and Responsibilities in the U.S. Digital Corps
• 15:55 Tech and Design in Public Service
• 18:01 Aligning Stakeholders and Overcoming Challenges
• 22:36 The Power of Curiosity in PM
• 24:04 Serving The Government
• 27:02 Introducing PM Practices in the Public Sector
• 32:44 Opportunities for Both Early Career and Seasoned Professionals
• 37:41 Finding Your Niche in Public Service
• 41:05 Job in The Public Service as a TV Show
• 42:28 Eligibility Criteria for Public Service Fellowships
• 45:30 Mastering the U.S. Digital Corps Assessment
• 47:01 Final Thoughts