Frequently Asked Questions

Glue Club is a membership-based leadership development community designed to help experienced startup leaders grow their impact and navigate the complexities of scaling companies. Through a blend of expert-led sessions, peer support, and practical resources, members gain the tools and connections needed to lead effectively.

Molly Graham is a seasoned startup operator known for coining the term “Give Away Your Legos” to describe the challenges of scaling organizations. Her experience includes leadership roles at Facebook, Quip, and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. At Glue Club, Molly shares her insights through live sessions and brings in a network of accomplished leaders to contribute to the community.

A 6-month membership in Glue Club offers:

• Live sessions with Molly Graham and guest experts
• Live sessions focused on self-reflection and problem-solving
• Monthly 1:1 member matching for personalized connections
• Committed peer circles for ongoing support
  
• Topic-based groups (e.g., AI, nonprofit leadership)
• Access to a library of recorded sessions and resources
• Participation in an active Slack community
• 2 in-person dinners in cities with a significant member presence
• Additional in-person events (at a cost)

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Glue Club is designed for leaders with 10+ years of experience in startups or fast-growing companies. Ideal candidates hold roles such as Director, VP, or C-level positions and are responsible for strategic decision-making and managing teams.

If you’re close to that profile and feel like Glue Club aligns with your journey, we encourage you to apply.

Interested individuals can apply through our website. Applicants will receive a response within 1-2 weeks. If selected, you'll be invited to join the next available start date.

We accept applications on a rolling basis, with new members starting every 1–2 months. That means you can apply and join nearly any time—your start date will be right around the corner. 

2025 Start Dates: Feb 1st, Aug 1st, Oct 1st, Dec 1st.

We offer our flagship Foundations Course live twice a year, with the next opportunity to participate in October 2025. For members who join on other onboarding dates, our Foundational Lessons are also available on-demand in our video library.

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The Foundations Course is the cornerstone experience Glue Club was founded on in 2023. Since then, over 300 startup leaders have gone through the program and called it transformative.

Led by Molly Graham, these four sessions focus on essential skills for scaling yourself and your company:

• Vision and Goal Setting
• Culture, Communication, and Decision-Making
• Managing Up, Down, and Sideways
• Organizational Design and Hiring

Each Lesson runs 60 minutes: 30–40 minutes of content from Molly followed by dedicated time for Q&A, where attendees bring real challenges and get direct, actionable insights.

Experience them LIVE! We offer the Foundations Course live twice a year, with the next opportunity to participate in October 2025. For members who join on other onboarding dates, our Foundations Course is available on-demand in our video library. 

While the program is most beneficial for those currently in leadership positions, we do welcome individuals between roles who meet the membership criteria. Some members have found new opportunities through Glue Club—but it's through the deep, authentic connections they build here. This isn't a surface-level job search tool; it's a community built for long-term growth and real support.

Yes! While Glue Club is primarily a virtual community, we deeply value real-life connection. That’s why we host in-person gatherings in cities - including dinners and retreats.

Every membership period includes two in-person dinners at no additional cost in cities with a significant member presence. Retreats and other special events may be available for an added fee.

Many members also plan their own informal in-person meetups as part of the community.

Our 6-month membership is $1,150, billed upfront. That's about $192/month. This includes access to all live sessions, peer circles, curated groups, 1:1 matching, our Slack space, and the on-demand video library.

New members are charged a one-time onboarding fee of $500, which brings the total to $1,650 for the first 6 months. 

We don’t offer individual discounts. Members have the option to split payment into two installments over the 6 month membership. Additionally, we offer a credit for members who refer accepted applicants. If cost is a concern, we encourage you to apply and note that in the “Anything else” section of your application or email us at hello@glueclub.com.

If you're interested in enrolling a group of employees from your company, reach out to us at hello@glueclub.com to explore options.

At the end of your 6-month term, your membership will automatically renew unless you choose to pause or cancel. We’ll send a reminder in advance so you can decide what’s next. Many members continue with Glue Club for ongoing support and connection.

Email Template: Requesting Company Sponsorship for Glue Club

Subject: Professional Development Request: Glue Club Leadership Community

Dear [Approver's Name],

I've been accepted into Glue Club, a selective leadership development program for startup executives, and would like to request company sponsorship for this professional development opportunity.

Program Overview

Glue Club is a six-month leadership community that connects startup leaders with experienced operators and peers facing similar challenges. The program includes:

• Learning from Experts: Access to Molly Graham (former Google/Facebook executive), and senior operators like Claire Hughes Johnson
• Problem-Solving with Peers: Curated groups of leaders for brought together for structured knowledge sharing and problem-solving
• Tactical Programming: Practical frameworks for leadership challenges specific to high-growth environments
• Ongoing Support: Community access

Business Impact

This investment would directly benefit our team and company by:

• Enhanced Leadership Skills: Practical tools for managing through rapid growth and change
• Network Access: Connections to experienced operators who've navigated similar challenges
• Risk Mitigation: Learning from others' experiences to avoid common pitfalls
• Team Performance: Improved management capabilities that translate to better team outcomes

Investment Details

• Total Cost: $1,650 for six months
• Structure: $500 initiation fee + $1,150 membership
• Value Comparison: Less than monthly cost for 1:1 executive coaching while providing broader peer learning benefits

Next Steps

I'm happy to discuss how this aligns with my development goals and our team's objectives. I can also provide additional program details if you have questions.

Thank you for considering this investment in my professional growth.

Best regards,

[Your Name]

All members are required to review and agree to our membership terms upon payment. The agreement outlines expectations for participation, confidentiality, use of recordings, event conduct, renewal and cancellation policies, referral credit, and member privacy. You can view it anytime here.

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For any billing inquiries and any questions, please reach out to us at hello@glueclub.com.