the old girls club

in Astor's research, they found that women are 3x more confident with their investment strategy when they know what people similar to them are doing with their money. thank you again for your partnership in our event last night, Lindsay Dorf ? may we all continue making money together.

it's our second birthday this week ? ?? current state: - 1,258 members, avg 450 active users/day - 268k messages sent, 90% in public channels - 2,413 biweekly newsletter subscribers with a 71% open rate - 2-3 virtual events/week, 6-8 IRL coffee meetups/month - most popular channels: yell-in-caps-here, help-work, help-personal, help-intros, help-recs ?? software stack: Slack?for primary community hub of conversation Memberful?for member subscription management Disco for member onboarding, member directory and resource hub Mercury?for business banking, paying contractors etc. beehiiv?for newsletter management Waves for message archiving & library Luma?for event management Common Room?for community analytics ? why does it matter? we asked members to tell us about the impact ogc has had on their lives in the past two years- "Someone in OGC hired me to lead partnerships for one of her?clients where she's the fractional CMO" "OGC really and I mean REALLY showed up for me when I was spiraling one night about my anxiety around having kids." "I'm now advising two OGC-founded companies and am an angel investor in one." "I started a coaching community with a former OGCer (150+ coaches worldwide!)" "I'm inspired each day by the badassery that is happening in this group. As a solopreneur, I really?feel?the community" ?? to many more years to come.

while we exist primarily in the virtual world, we had the best time spending time together alongside Parity and DIG. in nyc last night. there were headshots, floor sits, hugs, and lots of asking each other for help. 'twas a beautiful thing ? shout out to our local nyc captains Jori Bell Ruthie Berber Menaka Iyer and Eva McCloskey for their flawless execution, to Megan Zilenziger for her partnership, and to Kesi Johnson for her generosity ??

20 members looking for work that any company would be lucky to scoop:

it's a pillar of ogc to be nearly 100% virtual and async so all our busy members have equal access to everything we do. that being said, when we do happen to hang in person, it's pretty great...

?? this is your reminder that many companies will pay for books, courses, and learning communities for their employees, especially when relevant to their role - many of these benefits are annual and don't roll over. in addition to an annual the old girls club membership ($100), some great options that come recommended by our members are: ?? Books "The Making of a Manager: What to Do When Everyone Looks to You" by Julie Zhuo - Perfect for new managers, this book provides a practical guide to navigating the early stages of management. Zhuo's insights are both relatable and actionable. "The Confidence Code" by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman - A perfect read for understanding and building confidence, especially in a professional setting. "Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us" by Daniel H. Pink - This book is key for understanding what truly motivates your team members. Pink's insights can help you create a more engaging and motivating work environment. "Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office" by Lois P. Frankel - This offers practical advice for women navigating corporate cultures. "Inspired: How to Create Products Customers Love" by Marty Cagan - This book is a gem for product leaders. Cagan, a Silicon Valley product veteran, offers insights into creating products that not only resonate with customers but also align with business goals. ?? Courses Coursera Leadership and Management Courses: Platforms like Coursera offer a wide range of leadership and management courses, many from top universities. Udemy’s Women in Leadership Courses: Udemy has courses specifically tailored for women in leadership, covering everything from communication to negotiation skills. General Assembly Digital Marketing Courses: For those looking to boost their skills in digital marketing, General Assembly offers comprehensive courses. Harvard's Online Learning: Harvard offers online courses in various fields including business, leadership, and communication. Skillshare Creative Courses: If you’re looking to expand your creative skills, Skillshare offers courses in areas like graphic design, creative writing, and more. ?? Some extra tips: Check the alignment: Ensure the courses or books align with your career goals and your company’s values. This increases the likelihood of approval. Document your progress: Keep a record of what you learn and how it applies to your job. This could be useful for performance reviews. happy learning!