Dr Wil’s Summary of The Diary Of A CEO - Molly Mae - Dec 13 2021
Molly Mae: How She Became Creative Director Of PLT At 22
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📌 EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
1. Origins & Ambition
Raised in Hitchin, Molly-Mae always feared a “normal life.”
“It petrified me to grow old without doing something extraordinary.”
Moved to Manchester alone with just £100 left each month—betting on herself.
2. Love Island = Launchpad, Not Love Quest
“No one goes on Love Island for love. I went for the opportunity.”
Credits her post-show success to saying ‘no’ 99% of the time and focusing on brand integrity.
3. Creative Director at PLT
Turned down more lucrative deals to stay loyal to PrettyLittleThing—which led to her becoming their Creative Director at 22.
“I bring the customer into the boardroom.”
4. Trolling, Trauma & Safety
Public shaming after bikini paparazzi led to breakdowns.
A home robbery forced her to move and hire 24/7 security.
“There’s no price on feeling safe.”
5. Cosmetic Regrets & Role Model Growth
Dissolved her fillers after realizing she no longer looked like herself.
“I felt the prettiest I’d ever felt—natural and real.”
Her openness inspired thousands to do the same.
6. Perfectionism & Burnout
“I don’t switch off. I am my job.”
Struggles with imposter syndrome but owns her learning curve:
“I’m not scared to ask, ‘What’s gross profit?’ I just want to know.”
7. Relationship with Tommy Fury
Built on loyalty, peace, and mutual respect.
“We don’t argue. He’s my home.”
Balancing ambition with love is a constant dance—but it works.
💡 KEY INSIGHT:
Behind the filters and fame is a young woman learning, leading, and healing in real time. Molly-Mae’s success is rooted not in luck—but in vision, values, and unshakable belief in her future.
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