Services
$350 / month
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Free 7-day trial
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Ongoing calls + chat
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No lock-in
Month to month, no contract.
MentorCruise summary
Wayne is a Principal Product Manager at Instacart. He has ten years of experience working on enterprise and consumer products. He helps product managers clarify career goals, improve resumes and interview approaches, and plan their next career steps.
Based on 5 verified mentee reviews
- Reviewers often praise his support in clarifying career goals, identifying next steps, and building a clearer career direction.
- Two reviewers value his interview preparation, including feedback on interview strategy and ways to present their strengths.
- Two people mention his detailed resume feedback, including specific examples and practical areas to improve.
About
I am Wayne Chen, a Principal Product Manager at Instacart with ten years of experience in enterprise and consumer products. My journey into product management has been anything but straightforward, and that has shaped my passion for helping others with their career growth. Here’s what you can expect from me:
• Candid, No BS Advice: I believe in keeping it real—no fluff, just straightforward, transparent advice to help you succeed in your career.
• Learn from My Experience: Breaking into product management from a non-traditional background wasn’t easy, and I’ve learned a lot the hard way. I’m here to share those lessons to help you avoid the same pitfalls.
• Mentorship I Didn’t Have: Early on in my career, I struggled to find the mentorship I needed. Most of the challenges I faced weren’t covered in books or online articles—they were the kinds of real-world issues you learn through experience. My goal is to offer the mentorship I missed so you have the guidance to find the right answers more easily.
• Supporting Your Growth: Whether you’re aiming to break into product management or looking to level up in your current role, I’m here to provide practical insights and support your journey to the next level.
Let’s chat and grow together—and grow your career together.
What mentees say
5 out of 5 stars
Great resume review session! The feedback was very valuable and helpful, Wayne helped me identify areas where I could improve my resume and provided helpful insights. His feedback went beyond the surface and he provided examples. I wish I booked the session earlier!
Afsaneh
Session: Resume Feedback
5 out of 5 stars
Wayne has been incredibly helpful in supporting my career development. He’s helped me clarify my career goals, think through next steps, and build a much clearer direction. He’s also taken the time to review my interview approach and provide thoughtful, actionable feedback that has really improved how I prepare and perform.
Thao
Lite Plan • 7 months
5 out of 5 stars
Rizq
Standard Plan • 1 month
Get to know Wayne
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Article 5 min readProduct Small Talk | Wayne Chen | Substack
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What happens when you start
You tell Wayne your goals. They see exactly what you want to work on before session one.
You meet within days. Wayne reviews your application and books your first session, usually within a day or two.
You leave with a plan. Concrete next steps and a weekly rhythm from your very first week.
