The Shift for Emerging Leaders with Corinna M. Hagen

Don’t Just Get a Seat at the Table: How a Marine Sergeant Learned to Set It


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In this conversation, Julie Franco, a former Marine and entrepreneur, shares her journey from military service to founding two businesses: Franco Hauling and Gunny Gear. Julie discusses the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated industry, the importance of vulnerability in leadership, and the lessons learned from the SBA Thrive program. Learn from her how to use discipline and resilience to chase your dreams and secure a seat at the table.

Chapters

00:00 From Military to Entrepreneur: A Journey of Purpose

02:56 Building Brands: The Story Behind Gunny Gear

06:12 The Power of Community and Networking

08:59 Lessons from the SBA Thrive Program

12:03 Balancing Multiple Responsibilities as a Business Leader

14:55 Overcoming Challenges in a Male-Dominated Industry

18:06 Celebrating Success: Achieving Dreams at O'Hare Airport

21:10 Navigating the Challenges of Entrepreneurship

24:45 The Reality of Financial Discipline

28:55 Overcoming Gender Bias in Male-Dominated Industries

32:13 The Call to Serve: Joining the Marines

36:32 The Power of Discipline and Resilience

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⭐️ Our Guest: July Franco

►  on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/july-franco-97369535/

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Keywords

entrepreneurship, military, women in business, leadership, resilience, Gunny Gear, Franco Hauling, SBA Thrive, business challenges, empowerment


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