Unlocking the Power of Belief in a Family Business with Gretchen Doyle The Entrepreneurial Leap Podcast

Gretchen Doyle, Owner and President of BakerHopp Insurance Group, shares her inspiring story of taking over a family business that has been running for over a hundred years. She emphasizes the importance of believing in yourself and your vision, and how to reconcile the pressure of taking over a generational business. She also talks about the power of believing in yourself and your team, building relationships, and keeping it simple. Gretchen's journey is a great example of the unique challenges of starting a business and the traits of successful entrepreneurs.

Key Points





Learn from the beautiful foundation that was built prior
Risk-taking is a key trait of entrepreneurs
Find meaning in your work
Avoid comparison and focus on inspiration
Believe in yourself and your vision
Keep it simple and focus on your own page
Educate yourself on your industry


Best Quotes

"Believe is more than a feeling or emotion. Believe is a journey, a process and a requirement."

"It's interesting about the entrepreneurial journey because I would say I didn't become an entrepreneur until I was 30 years old."

"We came up with this idea that really resonated, which is we're here to contribute to the success of others. That is our purpose."

"I don't believe in failing. I do believe in trying."

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