#006 Amanda Phillips: Owning Mistakes, Sticking to Principles + Challenges Faced by Women in a Male-Dominated Industry

In this episode of Office IQ, Amanda Phillips, shares her career journey from working in the mortgage business to becoming EVP of Compliance for ACES Quality Management. She discusses the significance of maintaining genuine relationships and developing a unique perspective, emphasizing the importance of admitting mistakes and learning from them. Amanda's experiences highlight the challenges faced by women in traditionally male-dominated industries like financial services and the changes that have occurred over the years. Her insights on the importance of fostering a supportive work environment and seeking opportunities for learning and development are valuable for professionals in any industry, making this episode a must-listen for professionals in male-dominated industries looking to overcome challenges and grow personally. Amanda's pragmatic approach to career choices and her determination to take risks provide an interesting perspective on navigating career paths and finding success. Her story showcases the intersection of different industries, demonstrating that one can find satisfaction by combining seemingly unrelated fields. "I said, 'You may be willing to sell your soul for a comp check, but I'm not.'" ~ Amanda Phillips Chapters: (0:00) Amanda's Story + Career Journey (18:24) LinkedIn and Networking (20:52) Skills for Success (25:32) Learning from Mistakes (33:39) Importance of Sticking to Principles (35:51) Challenges Faced by Women in a Male-Dominated Industry (41:39) Interviewing Companies for Cultural Fit (45:41) Understanding Interpersonal Dynamics in the Office  Connect: https://www.officeintelligence.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/office-intelligence-inc https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwspOHv5LS7v5d1n1gkIprQ/