Aspire to Be is a business podcast gaining popularity for providing listeners and viewers with authentic and inspiring stories from leading entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders. Julie Cropp Gareleck shares unique insights, perspectives, and strategies that are relatable and actionable. The host strives to provide an engaging experience from the first listen to the last chapter of her book, Dare to Become, From the Corner Booth to the Corner Office.

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Hello and welcome to the Aspire to Be podcast. I'm your host, Julie Cropp-Gareleck, an experienced strategist, author, CEO, and now storyteller. I've been writing my own story since I was a young girl growing up in a small town. As I've progressed from being a waitress at my parents' restaurant to a CEO and now author, I continue to find inspiration and comfort in listening to the stories of others. The journey to success in business is not always as easy as it seems.

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We hear sound bites about the six-figure side hustle, the $100 million startup, or the billionaire next door. And it almost feels attainable. The story behind success doesn't always start with riches and accolades, but rather fear, doubt, late nights, and a lot of ramen. When I reached 14 years in business, I was in search of something to give me inspiration to reach my next milestone, what I was looking for I couldn't find. The search led me to write my first book,

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Dare to Become from the corner booth to the corner office. My own journey provided me with perspective on how far I've come since the early days. I'm excited to announce the launch of this podcast where I'll be speaking with people who just like me will share their story. If this peaks your curiosity even a little bit, please subscribe to this podcast and follow the website, www.aspiredtob.co. And in the meantime, challenge yourself today and every day.

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Aspire to be, dare to become. You might just surprise yourself. I look forward to seeing you on the next episode.