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This post is a continuation of my previous post on Demystifying TPM Responsibilities where I focused on the program management aspects of the role. As I mentioned previously, good program management and planning is required for setting up a solid foundation upon which you can execute. A robust communication strategy is integral to the program execution strategy, comprising various communication responsibilities essential for success. Manage communication within the organizati

If you are looking to find a new TPM opportunity, you have probably looked at many TPM job descriptions posted on LinkedIn and other similar sites. Often they list out a set of responsibilities expected from the role. If you want to have a successful TPM career then you must have the required program management skills to accomplish your goals. The core responsibilities in every TPM job description fall under the following categories. Program planning and tracking Communicatio

A Technical Program Manager (TPM) is a special type of program management role often found in the tech field. The definition of TPM largely varies from company to company or even team to team. You have most likely heard of the titles Technical Project Manager and Technical Product Manager, both of which can be abbreviated to ‘TPM’. However, for this topic, I will focus on TPM as in Technical Program Manager. To get an understanding of the TPM role, let’s start with the basics