It's Not A Job, It's A Mission

Dear Readers,

I am writing to share with you the story of why I built Playbook, the leading professional network and edtech platform, and how my personal experiences influenced my journey.

Playbook was not just a business idea for me - it was a deeply personal mission. As a young person, I often felt lost and unsure of how to navigate the world of work and build a career. I wished for a tool that would provide me with guidance, support, and a sense of direction.

This is why I built Playbook for the 13-year-old me. I wanted to create a platform that would help young people discover their passions and learn about different career paths. I wanted to provide them with resources and tools to help them build the skills and knowledge they needed to pursue their dreams.

As I got older, my own career journey became more complicated. I found that there were many gaps in my knowledge and skills, and I struggled to find the support I needed to bridge those gaps. This is why I built Playbook for the 22-year-old me. I wanted to create a platform that would help young professionals like myself navigate the complexities of the job market and build successful careers.

As I continued on my career journey, I realized that there were many other people who could benefit from the type of support and guidance that Playbook could offer. This is why I built Playbook for the 37-year-old me. I wanted to create a platform that would help professionals at all stages of their careers - whether they were just starting out or looking to make a change.

Ultimately, my personal experiences and struggles drove me to create Playbook. I wanted to create a platform that would provide others with the guidance, support, and resources that I wish I had when I was starting out. I hope that Playbook can help others find their path and achieve their dreams, just as it has helped me.

 I want to delve deeper into my personal experiences at each stage of my life that influenced the development of Playbook.

When I was 13 years old, I lacked role models and access to information about different careers. I was unsure of what my options were and how to pursue my passions. This is why I built Playbook with resources and guidance to help young people discover their interests and explore different career paths. I wanted to provide them with access to mentors and role models who could help them navigate the complexities of the professional world.

At 22 years old, I was navigating a different set of challenges. I was confused about managing my finances, making good choices about friends and mentors, and dealing with self-doubt. This is why I built Playbook with resources and guidance to help young professionals learn how to manage their finances, make wise choices about the people around them, and overcome their fears and doubts.

As I grew older, I encountered new challenges. At 37 years old, I was struggling to balance my career with my responsibilities as a mother. I was learning how to manage my energy levels, take care of my health, and say no to commitments that weren't aligned with my goals. This is why I built Playbook with resources and guidance to help professionals at all stages of their careers learn how to manage their energy levels, prioritize their health, and negotiate their work-life balance.

Each stage of my life has taught me valuable lessons that have influenced the development of Playbook. Through my own experiences and struggles, I have built a platform that I hope will help others navigate the challenges of the professional world and achieve their goals.

As a woman, I have encountered unique challenges in my professional and personal life. Dealing with patriarchy and the feeling of being outnumbered at most events has been tough. I have listened to biased explanations of how women don't deserve certain positions and how women don't support each other. These experiences motivated me to create a platform like Playbook that would provide the necessary infrastructure to help women minimize their physical and mental pain. I wanted to create a space where women could ask questions, get help, find experts, and get answers. I believe that through Playbook, women can hack life and overcome the challenges they face in the professional world.

For me, Playbook is not just a job or a business. It's a movement that I hope will inspire and empower people to pursue their passions and achieve their goals. Playbook is more than just a platform that provides access to resources and guidance. It's a community that fosters connection and collaboration, a space where people can come together to share their experiences and learn from each other. It's a movement that is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to succeed and that with the right support and resources, anyone can achieve their dreams.

While I do hope that Playbook becomes a unicorn and grows to reach millions of people, my ultimate goal is to create a movement that will have a lasting impact on the world. I want Playbook to be a force for change, to challenge the status quo and disrupt the traditional ways of doing things. I want to create a culture of support and encouragement where people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstances.

As a leader in the professional network and edtech space, I believe that it's my responsibility to create a platform that goes beyond just helping people find jobs or build their careers. I want to create a movement that empowers people to reach their full potential and make a positive impact on the world. Playbook is not just about success, it's about creating a better future for everyone.

Finding co-founders who share the same passion and vision for Playbook was crucial in bringing this platform to life. As a team, we are constantly behind the scenes reading data, analyzing user behavior, and obsessing over articles that could inform the future of the platform. We are all fired up about building the ultimate professional network and edtech platform that can empower women to take control of their lives and careers.

Part of this vision includes creating a space for women that is similar to the cigar rooms, lounges, and bars that are available to men. We believe that there is a need for a space where women can come together, do business, and make deals. Playbook provides a digital and physical space where women can connect, have conversations, and teach each other about their savings plans, insurance policies, and other financial matters. We believe that it's important for women to have a space where they can support each other and learn from each other.

As co-founders, we are dedicated to creating a platform that can help women build their businesses, expand their networks, and achieve their goals. We are committed to providing the resources and support that women need to succeed in the professional world. We believe that Playbook is more than just a platform, it's a community that can help women thrive and make a difference in the world.

In conclusion, Playbook is not just another professional network or edtech platform, it's a movement that is aimed at empowering women and creating a community where they can thrive. Together with my co-founders, we are committed to building Playbook into a unicorn company, come what may. We are determined to hack fundraising, growth, scale, and the network effect to create a platform that is every woman's choice for finding answers and building a career.

We are unstoppable in our mission to empower women and provide them with the tools and resources they need to succeed in their personal and professional lives. We believe that with the right support and guidance, anyone can achieve their dreams, and we are dedicated to making that a reality for women all over the world. Our journey has just begun, and we are excited to see where it takes us. With Playbook, the possibilities are endless, and we are committed to making a positive impact on the world, one woman at a time.