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Wayne is a Principal Product Manager at Instacart with 10 years of experience in enterprise and consumer products. He brings a nontraditional path into product management and experience coaching product professionals on career growth. He helps product managers clarify career goals, prepare for interviews, and plan their next career steps.
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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.
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.
Lite Plan • 7 months
5 out of 5 stars
Standard Plan • 1 month
5 out of 5 stars
I loved getting mentored by Wayne over the last couple months. I achieved my short term goals and am looking forward to the next chapter of my career. Wayne is a great coach who can help you navigate your product career and help establish clear thinking and a plan to achieve the goals.
Standard Plan • 1 month
Weekly small talk to help you grow your career and become more effective in product management and tech. Click to …
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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.
Wayne Chen
Principal Product Manager at Instacart
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One-off sessions with Wayne
One-off sessions are a great option if you're looking for specific advice on a certain topic.
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What's included in the trial?
Every trial is a little different–here's what Wayne says about their trial:
We'll meet for a quick call (usually under 30 minutes) where we:
- Break the ice and introduce ourselves
- Discuss your goals and how I can support you
- Coordinate logistics like time zones, meeting frequency, and communication methods
