VIP Office Hours: Health & Business Insurance for the Self-Employed - Ep 162

In this episode, I host the second Friday VIP office hours for the self-employed and those considering self-employment. Broadcasting from a beautiful day in Michigan, I set the stage for an insightful discussion. We address a YouTube live stream error, noting it might resonate with listeners facing similar issues. In the session, we discuss key aspects, including various insurance options for the self-employed, such as health, business, and liability insurance. Members share their experiences and tips on choosing the right insurance plans. Additionally, we explore the use of 'I' versus 'we' in branding, with contributions from various self-employed professionals. The session wraps up with a reminder about our recurring monthly meetings, networking through our LinkedIn group, and an invitation for more individuals to join our supportive community.00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene00:41 Technical Glitches and Live Streaming Issues01:27 VIP Office Hours Kickoff01:49 Zoom Meeting Guidelines and Participation Tips03:10 Live Streaming Troubleshooting Discussion05:17 All-Star Introductions13:02 Newcomer Introductions18:50 Navigating Self-Employment and Job Transition22:00 Health and Business Insurance for the Self-Employed30:47 Unexpected Connections and Introductions31:09 Kenneth Lang's Journey to Self-Employment32:53 Andy Discusses Health Sharing and Financial Coaching37:14 Gihan's Perspective on Health Insurance40:13 Understanding Business Insurance50:22 The 'We' vs. 'I' Debate in Business55:35 Final Remarks and Networking TipsMy LinkedIn post about the Zoom to YouTube livestream error:https://www.linkedin.com/posts/brendameller_youtube-marketing-socialselling-activity-7324088046683836416-DecmConsidering 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 Mellerhttps://www.mellermarketing.com/FridayVIPSupport the show**************************************My name is Brenda Meller. I'm a LinkedIn coach, consultant, speaker, and author. My company is Meller Marketing and I help business professionals get a bigger slice of the LinkedIn pie.  Visit mellermarketing.com Let's connect on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brendameller (click MORE to invite me to connect and mention you listened to my podcast)