Mark sits down with the powerhouse that is Julie Phillips, Owner and CEO of aFit, a WBE certified staffing company. Julie's path from electrical engineering grad to corporate leader to entrepreneur was anything but predictable.

She candidly talks about navigating male-dominated industries, balancing a high-demand career with family life, and how calculated risks often pave the way to something bigger.

If you've ever wondered whether it's time to take the leap into entrepreneurship—or how to stay true to yourself while climbing the corporate ladder—this episode is for you.

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Key Takeaways:

• Calculated Risks Are Key: Julie emphasizes the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone to grow, whether in networking, career moves, or starting a business.
• Work-Life Integration: Julie shares how she managed to balance family life with a demanding corporate role and later as an entrepreneur, offering a refreshing perspective on work-life integration.
• Women in Leadership: As a female entrepreneur in a male-dominated industry, Julie discusses the roadblocks she faced and the importance of diverse leadership.