When you see someone with an impressive resume, it’s easy to think they’ve got it all figured out. But Patrick Moran, Head of Growth Marketing at Robinhood, shows that can be a pretty misleading indicator. Working at massive companies like Netflix, eBay, and Reforge has taught him valuable lessons that he carries with him to this day.

In this episode, Patrick shares three things he’s learned from the different mistakes he’s made in his career. Listen in and realize that no one’s career is perfect and you aren’t alone in your struggle to find success in your growth role.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. Your relationship with your manager is definitely two-way

2. The company shouldn’t guide or dictate your career - that’s in your hands

3. Understanding first principles is crucial to your growth in a company

Things to listen for:

[07:01] Realizing the importance of unit economics for growth roles

[12:31] Learning the value of managing up

[17:35] Balancing your career priorities with the company’s priorities for you

[19:58] Understanding the value of first principles thinking

[23:47] Adapting to a role you didn’t ask for

[26:44] Knowing when it isn’t the right fit

[30:12] Navigating doubts at work

Resources:

- Connect with Patrick on LinkedIn or the Finding Market Fit podcast

- Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn or Twitter

- Learn more about Navattic

- Learn more about Appcues