Finding Freedom Through The Hustle with Bradley Flowers
On this episode, Aaron Gordon sits down with insurance entrepreneur Bradley Flowers, who shares his insights on how he has built his businesses and the challenges he's encountered along the way. We dive deep into various topics, including the...
On this episode, Aaron Gordon sits down with insurance entrepreneur Bradley Flowers, who shares his insights on how he has built his businesses and the challenges he's encountered along the way. We dive deep into various topics, including the foundations of his ventures, the importance of recurring revenue, and the lessons he's learned from being a limited partner, investor, and husband. Bradley opens up about his experiences with different businesses and how he ultimately settled on the insurance industry. We also discuss the significance of legacy and the unique challenges of running a family business. Stay tuned as Bradley shares valuable advice for entrepreneurs and invites us to peek into his journey of growth and success. Prepare to be inspired, and always keep hustling!
3 Episode Key Takeaways
1. Legacy and Hustle: We delved into the significance of leaving a lasting legacy through entrepreneurship. Building a successful business requires a relentless hustle and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
2. Timing is Everything: Choosing the right career path during prime time is crucial. The years 2007 and 2008 taught us the value of recurring revenue, which provides stability and consistency, unlike contract-to-contract work.
3. Entrepreneur Spousal Support: The support of a spouse can make or break an entrepreneurial journey. I shared how my spouse's emotional and financial support played a pivotal role in my success, enabling me to navigate financial struggles and overcome doubts.
Get To Know Bradley Flowers
Bradley is a nationally recognized insurance agency owner and business enthusiast. He runs the day-to-day operations at Portal Insurance in Mobile, Alabama, an 12-person independent agency he founded from “less than scratch” in 2019 after 8 years on the captive side. In 2019, Portal Insurance was named the "Agency for the Future'' by Safeco Insurance. Bradley is the co-host of the “Insurance Guys Podcast” the most downloaded podcast in the insurance industry, featured on iTunes, Spotify, Soundcloud and iHeart Radio. Bradley has interviewed hundreds of influential individuals through his podcast including Gary Vaynerchuk, Dave Meltzer and Jesse Cole from the Savannah Bananas. Bradley is also the Co-Founder of Top Dog Pet Insurance, an insurtech carrier that makes it possible for agents to sell pet insurance on autopilot.
Get To Know Bradley Flowers
Bradley Flowers
Owner / Podcaster / Dad
Founder of Portal Insurance. Co-Host of The Insurance Guys Podcast, The Industry’s #1 Podcast. Investor in Openly, Ascend, Indium & Cake. Actively Acquiring Insurance Agencies.