This story is part of CNBC Make It's Ditching the Degree series, where women who have built six-figure careers without a bachelor's degree reveal the secrets of their success.
"At that point, I was like, 'Well, how far can I go without a bachelor's degree?'"
Ansley says this proactive approach to her professional growth and networking helped her transition from marketing to product management.
While some companies prefer product managers to have a bachelor's degree in business management, supply chain management or a related field, it isn't always required.
Why product management is a 'great career' for someone without a degree
Persons:
Ansley, Kami Smith, isn't, Smith
Organizations:
CNBC, Tillotson University, University of Texas, Texas Windstorm Insurance
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AskMakeIt@cnbc.com, Austin , Texas, San Antonio, Texas, Houston, BMF, Austin, South, Austin .