Are product managers really paid more than influencers? In this candid chat with tech PM and content creator Ariel Marie, we break down the real numbers, including how brand deals and salary structures compare in 2025. We also explore how AI tools are transforming product management and social media, and how to balance a demanding tech career with a thriving online presence.

In this episode:

• Salary & compensation comparisons between product managers and social‑media influencers

• How communication skills and personal branding land lucrative deals

• AI tools every PM should know (and how creators use them)

• Balancing work, content creation and personal life

• Ariel’s journey from corporate tech to social media—and back

Resources mentioned:

– Ariel’s Instagram: @arielmarieg

– Hacker Proof HQ newsletter & community

– Free guide: “Tech Career & Creator Income Checklist”

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