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WANT FREE PIZZA?
Listen to Gail Becker on The New Unfiltered
I met Gail Becker at a SXSW event in March and beelined to her like never before. Not only am I a major fan of CAULIPOWER products (as a paleo/keto gal, who occasionally follows either diet full-time but I like to say I do) I had read about Gail's story over the years and was determined to interview her on the show.
"Most people are too fearful of starting companies after age 40 because of the possibility they won't work out, but I knew that CAULIPOWER would. There was no doubt in my mind even as often as I was rejected at first." Gail Becker, CAULIPOWER
Three takeaways from the CAULIFLOWER queen
Bet on yourself. After making a cauliflower pizza crust recipe in her kitchen for her sons, Gail knew she was onto something. Why was there nothing on the market yet that enabled people to enjoy pizza who had dietary problems and also wanted low-carb food?
Most successful founders start after age 40. I bet you didn't know that! In this day and age of hustle culture, you think that you can't start something if you're over the age of 12 because there are child YouTube stars making more than you and I combined reviewing toys. But you're wrong.
Rejection is not your enemy. Gail pitched CAULIPOWER to 8+ manufacturers before she got one yes. People laughed over and over about the idea of cauliflower crust pizza. They're certainly laughing now as CAULIPOWER has 3+ major products, is sold in every major retailer including Walmart and Whole Foods, and Gail did nothing but bet on herself.
Let Gail’s story be a reminder that you don’t have to wait to pursue your dreams. No one else needs to give you the answer. It’s right in front of you. Get out of your own way.
Stay fearless or die trying,
Alexa
Gail Becker and your favorite host, Alexa Curtis
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