Recent Product Manager Interview Questions

Adarsh S. - "Hey, Thanks for the question - it’s an interesting real-life existing problem wherein a few of my friends and colleagues who have tried to work and travel have faced these issues at their respective airBnBs. Cool so this is the rough backbone structure that we can follow and ofcourse we can add meat later on to it and pivot if required. So here it goes: First would like to lay out the broader mission of Airbnb + WHY this is needed as to why we are doing this and then some clarific"See full answer

Adarsh S. - "Hey, Thanks for the question - it’s a fantastic challenge with real-world impact. Cool so this is the rough backbone structure that we can follow and ofcourse we can add meat later on to it and pivot if required. So here it goes: First would like to lay out the broader mission as to why we are doing this and then some clarification questions and then probably try to segment users via single or different approaches, then will pick which permutation makes sense as the target segment, then ge"See full answer

Raviraj P. - "i) Understanding the Scope: Clarifying Questions: Target Audience : i) Who are the target end customers?: High net worth individuals, businesses, mid/low worth individuals, ii) Who are the target auctioneers: i) Large auction houses, mid/small size auction houses Auction Capabilities: i) Offline/online/Hybrid bidding, ii) The platform should be a white label offering for auction houses or we will host the platform Key Features: What are the mandatory features in the MVP? i) live bidding, prox"See full answer

XYZ - "We have observed that DAU have been declining, while MAU has remained constant. Activity is define as: Logging in. Viewing content. Posting content. Interacting with other users (likes, comments, etc.). Daily Active Users (DAU): This measures the number of unique users who engage with Instagram on a daily basis. It indicates how frequently users interact with the platform and reflects its daily stickiness. Monthly Active Users (MAU): This measures the number of unique users who en"See full answer

Vivan B. - "Feedback would much appreciated as I have not practiced many product strategy questions Clarifying questions Can we assume this is the first time Google has entered the elevator market? Or are there prior elevators to this one? Let's assume first time Is this a large elevator for industrial use like heavy goods/freight etc. or is it an elevator for apartment blocks and commercial premises? Let's assume passenger elevator Is there a geography for this launch? Let's assume the US"See full answer

Aniruddha N. - "To determine which features go into a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), I focus on balancing user needs with business goals, while keeping technical feasibility in mind. My approach usually includes these key steps: 1. Understand the problem deeply: I start by identifying the core user problem we’re solving—whether that’s through user interviews, support tickets, usage data, or stakeholder input. The goal is to figure out what success looks like for the user in the most basic but valuable form."See full answer

Anonymous Minnow - "First, lets dive deeper into the question. I would ask - What are the top challenges facedtoday? What user segments work well, and what do we want to focus on? What do we know about competitors, and what can we learn from them? What user flows have the highest engagement in VR today? Are we focusing on consumer use cases or enterprise? Are we tackling activation or retention, or do we want to increase engagement? To build a strategy here I would target this from four differe"See full answer

Surinder P. - "My day starts with an in-depth review of key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Net Promoter Score (NPS), CPH, IR, Busy, Wrap, and some other metrics. (Non-compliance like Chat disconnection, Bump process, pro-active adjustments, production hours, break adherence). This initial analysis helps me identify any immediate areas that need attention. I then check my calendar for any scheduled client calls to ensure I am prepared with the necessary updates and information. It's essential to keep th"See full answer

Shashank S. - "Prioritizing competing features involves evaluating and comparing different features to determine which ones to implement first, based on their relative importance, value, and impact on the product and users. Here are some steps to help prioritize competing features: Define the goals and objectives: Identify the product's overall goals, target audience, and key performance indicators (KPIs). This will help you understand what features are most important to achieve these goals. **Gather"See full answer

Apurv K. - "!! FEEDBACK WELCOME !! Clarify question By art we mean visual art, e.g. paintings? - Yes Is this a solution to create art on Instagram or to showcase existing art on Instagram? - Create art Why build this, Engagement or Acquisition? - Engagement Reframe: We want to increase Instagram engagement through creation and sharing of art with followers. Talking about the space The Internet has over time continuously reduced barriers to creative expression. From blogging to Twitter"See full answer

fuzzyicecream14 - "App I Don’t Like: Electrify America What Electrify America Is Supposed to Do Electrify America is an app designed to help electric vehicle (EV) owners locate, access, and pay for fast-charging stations across the U.S. The app provides real-time station availability, allows users to initiate and monitor charging sessions, and offers membership plans for discounted rates. Ideally, it should enable a seamless charging experience, especially for long-distance travelers relying on i"See full answer

Harish K. - "So for launching Netflix's first ads program involves introducing a lower-priced ad-supported tier to attract price-sensitive users and boost revenue without loosing existing subscribers. Tier Structure: Offer a "Basic with Ads" tier priced 30-40% below Standard, with 4–5 minutes of ads/hour. Ad Experience: Use pre-roll, mid-roll, and pause ads, ensuring relevance and minimal disruption. Tech & Partnerships: Partner with ad-tech providers for scalable delivery and build a sa"See full answer

Shanti informatics - "Step 1: Clarifying Questions How is CTR defined in this context? Is it the CTR from homepage to content, or CTR for ads, trailers, or recommendations? Is this a Netflix-wide trend, or is it specific to a region, device type, or user segment? When was the drop observed? Is there a pattern (e.g., seasonality, new competitors, recent UI changes)? Has there been a recent update to the homepage UI, recommendation algorithm, or pricing model? **Step 2: Root"See full answer