AI Reality Check: Myths and Realities for Product Management

Tired of AI buzzwords and thought leadership that sound more like sci-fi fanfiction than real product work? Cut through the hype and get the real talk on what AI actually means for product and product-adjacent professionals.

In this no-BS session, OCPM's Marketing Director and Senior Product Manager Cosette Dwyer will tear down the inflated promises, questionable claims, and straight-up myths that have dominated AI conversations in product management. If you've sat through one too many "AI will change everything" pitches that conveniently skip over the messy reality, this talk is your antidote.

Have your own burning questions, spicy AI take, or AI story to share? Drop it in the OC Product Managers group, fill out this form, or reach out to Cosette Dwyer directly.

No tech background or laptop required. Just bring your skepticism, curiosity, and maybe your best “AI ruined my roadmap” story.





Some possible topics:

• WTF even is AI anyway? Hint: it’s not just ChatGPT, and it’s been around way longer than you’d think.
• AGI? Singularity? Turing test? LLM? AI automation? We’ll decode the jargon and play a little buzzword bingo along the way.
• Do PMs really need to know AI? Does every product need AI in it? Did AI kill PRDs/Agile/etc? We’ll break into groups to share how we’re using (or avoiding) AI and swap practical tips.
• Is AI a cybersecurity nightmare or asset? Can PMs use AI in regulated industries? If AI & cybersecurity were a couple, their relationship status would be “It’s complicated”.
• Are bots eating resumes? Do PMs need to be able to vibe code mid-interview? Will bots take all the jobs? The facts around AI in hiring, job searches, the big Workday lawsuit, and deepfake applicants. Come with your own AI job app horror stories! 👻