Preparing for a Google interview can be challenging. Here are the best books to help you navigate the process and increase your chances of success.
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By Gayle Laakmann McDowell and Jackie Bavaro, this book offers frameworks and practice problems crucial for aspiring Google APMs. A must-read for interview preparation.
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Written by Lewis C. Lin, this book provides exemplary answers to PM interview questions. Compare your responses with the published answers to refine your strategy.
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Authored by Gayle Laakmann McDowell, this book is essential for technical interview prep. Focus on the “Systems Design” chapter to understand technical concepts for APM interviews.
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Don Norman's book offers insights into user-centric design principles. Essential for PMs to understand design decisions and create user-friendly products.
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Dan Olsen’s book provides a step-by-step guide to building successful products, emphasizing product-market fit and iterative development. Great for aspiring Google PMs.
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By Marty Cagan, this book is a comprehensive guide to building tech products that delight users. Essential for understanding product management principles.
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Matt LeMay’s book offers practical advice and real-world examples for effective product management. It covers key skills and techniques for aspiring PMs.
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John Doerr’s book introduces the concept of OKRs (Objectives and Key Results), a goal-setting framework used by Google to drive focus, alignment, and engagement.
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Nir Eyal’s book explains the psychology behind user habits and how to create products that people can’t put down. Important for PMs focused on user engagement.
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By Jeff Gothelf and Josh Seiden, this book focuses on the Lean approach to user experience design, integrating UX with Agile development. Valuable for PMs working on iterative product development.