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Vivian L.
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Manager of PMs, Product manager, Manager of TPMs, Product operations manager, Program manager, Technical program manager
Company iconAmazon, Google, LegalZoom, Microsoft
Interview coaching company icon482 clients  (23% rebook rate)
Star icon4.87  (130 reviews)
BriefcaseExperience
2024-Present: Stealth AI Startup, Co-Founder 2020-Present: Kalena Advisors, Founder & MD, Seattle 2021-22: LegalZoom, Director of Product Management 2019-21: Beaze, CEO 2016-19: Google, Product Manager 2014-16: Amazon Web Services, Senior Technical Product Manager 2007-10: Microsoft, Program Manager
I bring 17+ years of product and program leadership experience from FAANG and top-tier tech companies, with a track record of launching zero-to-one products and scaling billion-dollar platforms including Google Ads and AWS Managed Services. I've coached 800+ professionals-many transitioning into Product-and have deep experience in interview preparation, offer negotiation, and navigating complex workplace challenges. As both a former hiring manager and operator, I provide actionable guidance grounded in how decisions are made inside top companies.
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I provide 17+ years of product leadership experience from FAANG and top tech companies, and have interviewed thousands of candidates and hired for 10+ roles. I've coached 800+ professionals - many transitioning into Product from Engineering, Program, Marketing, Sales, Legal, Support, and Operations. My clients have landed...
Improve your resume Improve your resume
I've helped 800+ professionals (Product Managers, Program Managers, Engineers, and more) craft resumes that stand out at FAANG-level and top-tier startups. As a former hiring manager for 100+ roles, I know what recruiters and hiring panels look for - and what gets skipped. I'll highlight your strengths, quantify your impact, and...
Negotiate your offer Negotiate your offer
I've coached 250+ Product Managers, 150+ Program Managers, and 85+ Engineers in negotiating offers from $180K to $1.8M USD in total compensation. Having hired ~100 individuals myself, I know exactly how compensation decisions are made - and how to navigate them. I'll help you strategically leverage market data, cost of living,...
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Whether it's stepping into new leadership, difficult stakeholders, burnout, or PIPs, I've coached 100s of Product Managers and Program Managers through real-world work challenges. With 17+ years at FAANG-level companies and hiring manager experience, I know how to approach complex dynamics and bureaucratic red tape to help you...
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Eric · Product manager
Prepare for interviews · General discussion
It was great to work with Vivian. She provided me with excellent constructive feedback and an actionable improvement plan.
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Anonymous · Product manager
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Sean · Product manager
Prepare for interviews · Product strategy mock interview
Vivian is an incredible coach who goes beyond just refining your answers—she also sharpens your overall presentation and presence. She quickly identified my nervous habits and gave me actionable guidance on how to improve. Her coaching style is phenomenal—insightful, supportive, and effective. I wish I could give her 50 stars!
Sean got an offer at Logo of Rollease AcmedaRollease Acmeda
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Dilip
Negotiate your offer
Vivian provided exceptional support during my salary negotiations with a FAANG company. She carefully evaluated both my current compensation and the new offer, helping me understand where my compensation should realistically fall. She also clarified tax brackets, which gave me a clearer picture of my take-home pay. Thanks to her guidance, I successfully negotiated an additional $25K in compensation. I highly recommend Vivian for anyone seeking expert salary negotiation coaching.
Dilip got an offer at Logo of AmazonAmazon
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Mark · Product manager
Prepare for interviews · Behavioral mock interview
Vivian is the best coach I’ve ever had. She uncovered weaknesses I hadn’t noticed, even with feedback from peers and mentors. She pointed out that I often focused on the ‘what’ rather than the ‘why,’ and together we explored the context behind my actions, leading to more logical and impactful responses. She always comes prepared with a practical framework that’s easy to apply. What sets her apart is how she rewrites my stories in real time, showing me the difference between good and bad, which is far more effective than just giving advice.
Mark got an offer at Logo of AmazonAmazon
Arrow pointing to right Vivian replied  •  Apr 02, 2025
Hi Mark, Thank you so much for selecting me as your coach. I enjoyed working with you and appreciated your openness to feedback on behavioural questions and stagecraft. I'm so glad to be a part of your product leadership journey and hope that the final offer letter worked out in your favor :) Can't ... Show more
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