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DoorDash·Product Manager·Onsite - Product Sense / Strategy·Intermediate

Intermediate
May 2026

Summary

Did a product sense round for a PM role at DoorDash. One question, focused on post-booking airline experience. Pretty open-ended and I wasn't totally sure where they wanted me to land.

Questions Asked (1)

Q1

How would you improve the worst post-booking experience at an airline?

Product Sense & IdeationAdaptability & Ambiguity
Author's notes

I spent too long trying to pick the 'right' pain point instead of just committing to one and going deep.

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Suggested Approach

Start by clarifying the scope—which post-booking experience (e.g., flight changes, cancellations, delays, baggage issues) and which user segment—then pick the worst based on data or reasonable assumptions. Structure your answer by defining the problem, identifying user pain points, proposing a prioritized solution, and outlining success metrics.

Pro tip: Show empathy by walking through the user journey from booking to travel, highlighting emotional and functional pain points, and tie your solution to business impact like retention or NPS.

1. Clarify and prioritize

Ask clarifying questions to narrow down the post-booking experience (e.g., flight disruption, seat selection, check-in) and choose the one with the highest negative impact based on frequency and severity.

2. Map user journey and pain points

Walk through the end-to-end experience for the chosen scenario, identifying key moments of friction, emotional lows, and unmet needs from the user's perspective.

3. Define the problem and root causes

Articulate a clear problem statement and dig into root causes—such as lack of proactive communication, fragmented systems, or poor self-service options.

4. Propose and prioritize solutions

Brainstorm potential solutions, then prioritize based on impact vs. effort, feasibility, and alignment with company goals. Consider quick wins and long-term fixes.

5. Define success metrics and next steps

Outline how you would measure success (e.g., CSAT, resolution time, rebooking rate) and suggest a validation plan, such as A/B testing or user research.

Key Points to Mention

  • Proactive communication during disruptions (e.g., real-time updates via app, SMS, email)
  • Self-service rebooking and compensation tools to reduce call center volume
  • Personalization based on loyalty status and traveler preferences
  • Integration with partner airlines and third-party services for seamless rebooking
  • Emotional design: reducing anxiety through clear, empathetic messaging
  • Business impact: increased customer loyalty, reduced support costs, higher NPS

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