Blazing Your Own Hustle with Stephen Turnbull
In this episode, Aaron Gordon has a conversation with Stephen Turnbull, owner of T5 Insurance, where he shares his story of leaving his family's long-standing insurance agency to start his own company. Stephen discusses the challenges he faced and...
In this episode, Aaron Gordon has a conversation with Stephen Turnbull, owner of T5 Insurance, where he shares his story of leaving his family's long-standing insurance agency to start his own company. Stephen discusses the challenges he faced and lessons he learned along the way, including the importance of having the right mindset and perseverance. He also shares personal anecdotes, such as a pivotal moment when he decided to leave his job and work from a makeshift home office before transitioning to a proper space. The episode concludes with inspiring messages about not letting others limit your potential and seeking personal validation, making it a must-listen for anyone looking for motivation and guidance in their personal and professional life.
3 Episode Key Takeaways
1. The Value of Vision in Entrepreneurship: have a clear vision for your career, inspiring listeners to pursue their own paths.
2. Emotional Intelligence in Difficult Decisions: The importance of emotional intelligence in making career-defining choices is highlighted through Stephen's decision to start his own business after a year and a half of contemplation.
3. Embracing Challenges as Opportunities: Aaron and Stephen discuss how challenges can be embraced as opportunities for growth and learning, encouraging listeners to shift their perspective towards obstacles.
Get To Know Stephen Turnbull
Born and raised in Utica, NY, Stephen Turnbull has always had a deep appreciation for his home state. After attending college at St. John Fisher in Rochester, he knew he wanted to come back to his roots in Central New York to begin his career. Stephen takes pride in his knowledge and understanding of New York's diverse regions, as well as the distinct differences between central and upstate New York. He holds a special place in his heart for the serene and scenic Adirondack mountains, which he considers truly upstate. In line with his dedication to his community, Stephen founded his own insurance agency, T5 Insurance, in May of 2022 to help the people of Utica and beyond understand, educate, and protect themselves and their assets.
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Show Overview
01:23 Embracing all of New York.
03:59 Stephen grew up in insurance family, started own agency.
12:11 We're in this, but I'm rowing alone.
14:09 Conflict with family led to personal growth.
18:15 Unexpected termination leads to a new opportunity.
22:07 Importance of hustle, making right career decisions.
25:18 Questioning decisions, frustration, and lack of appreciation.
29:10 Emphasizes the need for vision and hustle.
31:29 Do not be limited by others' imaginations.