How to Onboard Yourself Fast: A Framework for Navigating New Products

Switching products, teams, or domains is part of every product manager’s journey—but doing it efficiently and effectively is a real challenge. Over the last few years, Anna had to jump into completely new areas multiple times, while still delivering meaningful results quickly.

In this talk, Anna will share a practical framework she developed to onboard into new areas with confidence and speed. We’ll explore how to structure your learning, identify the key pillars of impact early, and avoid the common pitfalls of starting from scratch. Whether you’re stepping into a new role or inheriting an unfamiliar product, this approach will help you build momentum faster and make smart decisions sooner.