Health & Business Insurance for the Self-Employed | Meller Marketing VIP Office Hours 5/2/25

Welcome to this VIP session hosted by Meller Marketing and Brenda Meller. In this episode, we dive into crucial topics for self-employed professionals, including insurance options (both health and business), navigating the transition from corporate employment, and strategies for successful networking. Our All Stars share their insights and experiences, making this session a valuable resource for those exploring or currently on the path of self-employment. Watch the playback for expert advice and practical tips discussed in this session! 00:00 Introduction and Housekeeping 01:45 Technical Issues and Live Streaming Troubles 03:59 Welcome and Session Overview 06:19 All Star Introductions 11:57 New Participant Introductions 16:45 Navigating Self-Employment 21:16 Health and Business Insurance Discussion 30:44 Introduction of Kenneth Lang 30:47 Kenneth's Journey to Self-Employment 32:38 Andy Discusses Health Insurance for the Self-Employed 34:13 Andy Shares His Financial Coaching Business 34:49 Brenda's Plug for Andy and LinkedIn Recommendations 37:24 Gihan's Insights on Health Insurance 40:25 Rick's Query on Business Insurance 41:00 Brenda's Overview of Business Insurance 45:42 Karen and Brian Share Their Insurance Experiences 51:03 Discussion on Using 'We' vs. 'I' in Business 56:21 Final Comments and Reminders Considering becoming self-employed instead of finding a new job? Already self-employed and want to network with others? Join my free Friday VIP Office Hours with Brenda Meller on the 1st Friday from 10-11am ET Every Month! Free to attend. Registration is required at https://www.mellermarketing.com/FridayVIP BONUS: By registering, you're also joining Brenda Meller's VIP email list. WHO: These 1st Friday VIP Office Hours sessions are designed for anyone who is considering self-employment instead of a new job. We have had "experience rich" attendees (age 40+, 50+, 60+), as well as executives, managers, directors, and every job title level in a wide variety of industries attend these calls. The "VIP" stands for "very important person" to remind you that you are a valuable person who has knowledge, expertise, and passion to share with others. WHAT: A virtual "office hour" to provide you with inspiration, community, and to help provide you with LinkedIn and marketing tips to support your a possible path in self-employment. Bring your LinkedIn / self-employment start-up questions and share your success stories and tips with others. Free. Registration is required because spaces are limited. There is a maximum of 100 seats in each live Zoom session. WHEN/WHERE: This is a monthly office hour session on Zoom on the 1st Fridays each month. Every Zoom session will also be simulcast to YouTube and will also be converted into my podcast at a later date. COST: Free WHY: These calls provide a place to network with like-minded professionals, get live access to me and "allstars" in my network who can answer questions and bounce ideas around. Plus, I love holding small group Zoom calls and resharing these insights via YouTube and on my podcast. ************************* Are you a solopreneur, business professional, or job seeker looking to get a bigger slice of the LinkedIn Pie? If you enjoyed watching this video, please SUBSCRIBE for future content by me and give this video a thumbs up. Follow me here: ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendameller ✅ Visit my website: https://www.mellermarketing.com #linkedin #linkedintips #socialselling