What does it take to build a supportive community for women and nonbinary people in male-dominant fields? In this episode, Old Girls Club founder Mallory Contois and host Kt McBratney delve into the unexpected parallels between relationships and business success. Mallory shares her take of the roles of support networks, partners, and friendships in achieving professional goals. Can who you choose as a partner impact your entrepreneurial journey? How important is context when it comes to who's giving you advice?
In this conversation, Mallory discusses her evolving purpose centered around lifting others, her recent wins in treating her passion project as a business, and the importance of community and human connection. She reflects on missed opportunities in her field, shares insights on learning from mistakes, and digs into why surrounding yourself with the right people matters. This conversation is packed with personal stories and reflections that highlight the interplay between personal growth, community building, and professional development.
Key Themes & Takeaways
The Power of Supportive Relationships Mallory reflects on the importance of choosing the right life partner and community, explaining how the people you keep close can influence your mindset, motivation, and career trajectory.
Advice vs. Input Mallory explains her approach to advice—viewing it more as "input" or "perspective." She emphasizes the value of contextualizing others' feedback within her own goals and experiences.
Balancing Play and Rest Whether spending time with her fiancé in New York or retreating to her parents' home in Connecticut, Mallory believes in balancing play with moments of quiet solitude.
Being Open to Growth and Change Her journey from COO to founder, product roles to community leader, shows a willingness to take risks, reframe personal limits, and stay open to life’s unexpected directions.
Resources & Links
Learn more about Old Girls Club, a community for women and non-binary people in male-dominated fields
Connect with Mallory Contois on LinkedIn and her personal website
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