Gregg Blanchard's journey into insurance began with a deeply personal story. After losing his mother to ALS, the life insurance policy she left behind became the foundation for both his children's future and the launch of his insurance agency in 2007.
Today, Gregg leads one of the most respected agencies in the industry, serving more than 20,000 customers while building a culture centered on leadership, accountability, discipline, and service.
In this episode, Gregg shares the lessons he learned from starting from scratch, the importance of hiring the right people, why every leader needs a coach, and how grit ultimately separates those who succeed from those who quit.
• How a life insurance policy changed Gregg's life forever
• Why mentorship accelerated his success
• The importance of hiring for attitude over experience
• Building a culture of accountability and excellence
• Why leaders must know their strengths and weaknesses
• The power of coaching in business and life
• How technology and AI are transforming insurance agencies
• Creating a Ritz-Carlton level customer experience
• The role of grit in long term success
• Why serving others creates lasting business growth
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