Ep 29: Reflections on a Founder’s 35th Anniversary: A Journey of Conviction with Tom Quinn

Today we have the opportunity to hear from someone who has founded and run a business for over 35 years. Tom Quinn, founder of CornerCap, joins us to share his journey from where he started in the industry and what brought him to founding a successful firm. Listen in to hear how Tom’s conviction both helped and impeded his growth and success.

Tom’s classic entrepreneurial journey came with ups and downs, and twists and turns along the way. He shares some of the key things that contributed to his success, as well as how his conviction brought him to where he is now. Don’t miss his powerful insights into the importance of being able to adapt, the kind of team you want to build, and more.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why Tom started the business.
• How he navigated the challenges that came with starting a business.
• How he built the skills and confidence he needed to succeed.
• The importance of adapting as a person and as a business over the years.
• The role of conviction throughout growth.
• Tom’s three keys to success.
• What Tom would have done differently if he knew what he knows now.

Ideas Worth Sharing:

• “I liked the idea of running your own business and being in charge of the philosophy, the culture, and the attitude toward each other.” – Tom Quinn
• “You learn a lot when you have no money.” – Tom Quinn
• “If you don’t like what you do, you probably won’t be good at it.” – Tom Quinn

Resources:

• Tom Quinn: LinkedIn
• Cannon Carr: LinkedIn
• CornerCap