{"id":16684,"date":"2018-12-10T19:57:11","date_gmt":"2018-12-11T00:57:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/honeybook.site.strattic.io\/?p=16684"},"modified":"2022-11-24T06:28:46","modified_gmt":"2022-11-24T14:28:46","slug":"small-business-insurance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.honeybook.com\/blog\/small-business-insurance","title":{"rendered":"Small Business Insurance Myths Debunked: What you Need to Know to Thrive"},"content":{"rendered":"

Today\u2019s post is by our friends at <\/span><\/i>Verifly<\/span><\/i><\/a>, the company that delivers on-demand insurance to cover people who work independently\u200a\u2014\u200asuch as photographers, freelancers,\u00a0<\/span><\/i>DJs, graphic designers and others\u200a. We love how they provide easy, mobile access to quick, inexpensive, short-term insurance by the job or for longer terms. Here, they share why it\u2019s important to get insured so you never lose a potential job and to protect you and your business.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re one of the lucky few who get to make a lifelong, self-driven career out of\u00a0<\/span>consulting, design, photography, or other entrepreneurial pursuits, congratulations! Not everyone can\u00a0combine living\u00a0<\/span>their passions every single day, and turn a profit while doing it. Whether you work a few hours a year or every day, this is more than just your passion; it\u2019s also your business, and you need to take the right steps to secure scalable growth and a healthy future. With today\u2019s competitive marketplaces, not only do you need to demonstrate exceptional skill at what you do, but you must also show clients that you have the qualifications, resources, and insurance coverage of a trustworthy and professional business. <\/span><\/p>\n

A solid place to start on the path towards small business success is securing business insurance. An insured small business stands out amongst the competition, is able to protect itself in the event of incident or injury, and (most importantly), attract more new business.<\/span><\/p>\n

But, wait. Y<\/span>ou don\u2019t need to insure your business, do you? Coverage is costly and time-consuming to acquire, isn\u2019t it? I<\/span>nsurance doesn\u2019t offer any marketing advantages, correct? And policies are rigid and aren\u2019t designed for small businesses like yours, right? Wrong. You may be surprised at how insurance has changed to meet the needs of today\u2019s small business owner. It\u2019s as easy as a few taps on an app.<\/span><\/p>\n

Myth 1: Your business doesn\u2019t need to be insured<\/b><\/p>\n

No matter what your business is, it absolutely must be insured if you want to protect yourself and your entity and plan appropriately for the road ahead. But, you want to keep costs down so you also need to limit\u00a0how much you pay for insurance. A great place to start is with General Liability insurance <\/b><\/a>(also called Commercial General Liability insurance or CGL). For the first time, you can now get CGL insurance\u00a0for an hour, a day, a week, the whole year, and everything in between without going through an insurance broker.\u00a0These short-term plan options mean you can show your clients that you\u2019re insured and prepared for their big event, the upcoming photo shoot, or any other potential liability.\u00a0<\/span>No matter the need, you can get coverage within seconds. Coverage enables you to demonstrate your professionalism, prove that you\u2019re a safe, reliable and trustworthy vendor, and, most importantly, keep yourself and your business protected in the event of accidental injuries or damage.<\/span><\/p>\n

Myth 2: Insurance plans are inflexible<\/b><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re like most businesses, you start small and plan to grow over time. Your insurance should do the same. Basic General Liability insurance plans start at low prices and can be tailored over time to evolve with your business. As you add service offerings or change your business model, your insurance needs will change and your plan can be adjusted on the go. Changes can be made instantly and automatically. With the right insurance provider, when your business changes or your strategy pivots, so does your insurance coverage. You shouldn’t have to worry about getting locked in.<\/span><\/p>\n

Myth 3: Finding the right plan will take hours<\/b><\/p>\n

You\u2019re a busy entrepreneur.\u00a0<\/span>You don\u2019t need to be reminded that \u201ctime is money\u201d and that time-wasters are a significant hazard to business. Don\u2019t let choosing an insurance plan drain your time. A good insurance company will allow you to sign up for small business insurance online in just a few minutes \u2013 or less. A solid General Liability insurance plan can be yours fast, so don\u2019t bother spending time on the phone with brokers \u2013 start with the quick and the essential, and get back to your business! \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Myth 4: My customers don\u2019t care if I\u2019m insured<\/b><\/p>\n

You\u2019ve started a small business: you know that marketing is a critical component of your continued success and potential future growth. But if you\u2019re not able to market the same key features that your competitors offer, you\u2019ll struggle to gain the clientele that you need. One of those big selling points is your Certificate of Insurance (the industry standard is known as an ACORD certificate). This important certificate verifies for prospects and customers that your business is insured with the right kind and amount of small business insurance they require to work with you. Businesses unable to market that they\u2019ve got a COI are going to be in for quite the uphill struggle. Your website, social media presence, ads, or even direct sales emails should all remind potential clients that you are a fully-insured, qualified vendor with a COI to prove it. The good news is that policies and ACORD insurance certificates can now be purchased in 30 seconds. <\/span><\/p>\n

Myth 5: No insurance company caters to small businesses<\/b><\/p>\n

There\u2019s a lot to think about when you\u2019re kicking off your own business, but insurance providers like <\/span>Verifly<\/span><\/a> are here to make sure that small business insurance is not one of your stresses. With practical, affordable, and customizable General Liability insurance plans that work with you as your business grows, and sign-up that takes less than 30 seconds, Verifly ensures you\u2019re protected and ready to get back to business. With Verifly, you can move forward with your business with confidence knowing that we offer:<\/span><\/p>\n