Episode #18
Making It in a Man’s World with Molly Fletcher
In this episode of Making It with Jess Ekstrom, Jess sits down with former sports agent, author, and leadership expert Molly Fletcher. Molly shares how she went from sleeping on a friend’s couch in Atlanta to recruiting athletes in an industry that often did not expect a woman to be the agent in the room. She and Jess talk about being underestimated, asking for what you want before you feel ready, and building confidence from small wins along the way. Molly also explains why success means more to her now than the next big contract, and how boundaries, support, and a clear sense of purpose help women keep growing without running themselves into the ground. • What’s at Risk If You Don’t Ask? Molly shares the question that helped her pursue opportunities before she felt ready. • Being Underestimated: From a golf clubhouse that would not let her eat with her client to players who assumed she was someone’s assistant, Molly explains how she earned trust through preparation and knowledge. • Confidence Comes from Evidence: Jess and Molly compare the ways they save reminders of past wins for moments when they doubt themselves. • Protecting Your Energy: Molly talks about delegation, boundaries, and her “alignment audit” for spotting the gap between what matters most and where your energy actually goes. • Redefining Making It: Twenty years ago, success meant signing the next player or negotiating a major contract. Today, Molly measures it by the impact she can have on others. Learn more about Molly and The Edge at https://mollyfletcher.com
