Skip to main content
  • Claims Center
  • Contact Us
  • Español
  • Brokers & Agents
Hiscox Insurance
Menu Toggle
  • Home
  • Small Business Insurance Toggle Menu Toggle Menu
  • Why Hiscox Toggle Menu Toggle Menu
  • Resources Toggle Menu Toggle Menu
  • Policy Management Toggle Menu Toggle Menu
  • Claims Center
  • Contact Us
  • Español
  • Brokers & Agents
  • About
  • Get a Quote Get a Quote
  • About
  • Get a Quote Get a Quote
  • Blog Home
    Start Your Business
    Grow Your Business
    Protect Your Business
    Celebrate Courage
    Search

    Twenty-Four Seven

    Sign up to get the latest small business news delivered right to your inbox.
    Start Your Business
    November 30, 2012
    Hiscox small business insurance logo on top of solid black bachground

    Successful small business owners learn from mistakes

    Entrepreneur | Start up
    By: Hiscox Blog

    Share Image

    Embed Image

    Copy

    Share Article:

    As difficult as entrepreneurship may be at times, the reward is worth one-hundred times the struggle.

    Guest post by small business owner SheRae Hunter of SL Hunter Photography.

    Owning a small business is a romance. You fall head over heels, and you spend every waking hour thinking, daydreaming, planning, and building on your new found love. You learn as much as you can, and you spend time with those who share your love. As within any romance, there are peaks and triumphs, but there are also snares and disappointments.

    Some days you will feel exceedingly blessed and so very thrilled to have the opportunity that allows you to spend your life doing what you love, and other days you will feel inadequate, overwhelmed, and sometimes even hopeless. As with any relationship, the difference between success and failure lies within how you view every circumstance, and how you choose to respond.

    As a military family, we have moved three times over the life of my small portrait business, SL Hunter Photography, and each time I have had to build my business from the ground in a new town, knowing absolutely no one. I have faced many tough situations ranging from legal zoning issues to expensive failed marketing initiatives, but instead of devaluing myself and my business based on my circumstances, I learned from every negative situation and rejoiced in every small victory.

    As a small business owner in a saturated market, I learned the importance of the business aspect, from marketing and licensing, to business insurance, (I recommend Hiscox!) and bookkeeping. As an artist, I learned that passion was not enough, and that skill and the ability to stand out artistically were equally as important. As a professional, I learned that above all, world class service is a dominating tool for success. Word of mouth referrals are by far my most powerful marketing tool, and they start with exceptional service.

    Instead of using Facebook and Twitter to sell and advertise, I’ve learned to use social media to get to know my clients, while also allowing them to learn about me. This creates a bond of trust and a level of comfort and friendship between myself and my clients. I could fill pages with the values I have learned through trial and error, and from entrepreneurs inside and outside of my field whom I respect and admire.

    As difficult as entrepreneurship may be at times, with all of the hats that we business owners must wear, the reward is worth one-hundred times the struggle. I inspire others to not only learn from their mistakes, downfalls, and unfortunate circumstances, but to welcome them as an opportunity to grow, as an inspiration not to remain where you are, and as a gift to push yourself and your relationship with your business to new levels.


    Protect Your Business

    Protect the business you’ve worked so hard to build. Get a fast, free quote and your business could be covered today.

    Get a Quote
    Get a Quote
    Subscribe to our newsletter

    Related Articles

    5 Min Read
    Female entrepreneur dreaming of elevating her small business to the Fortune 500 list

    Dream big! Devoted entrepreneurs now helm Fortune 500 companies

    Start up | Entrepreneur

    Not every startup company makes it to the Fortune 500 in the founder’s lifetime, but some do. Take some inspiration from these companies which are still being led by their founders, Dell, Tesla, and more.  

    Read More

    6 Min Read
    Female yoga instructor talking with two eager female students

    How to start a yoga business: Here's what you need to know

    Start up | Entrepreneur

    Have you been wondering how to become a yoga instructor? Discover all you need to know about what certifications you need, techniques to marketing your yoga studio, and more.

    Read More

    4 Min Read
    veteran reviews small business grant and resources information

    10 awesome small business grants and resources – free for veterans

    Finances | Start up

    Many veterans decide to start their own businesses after leaving active duty, putting their specialized skills to work. There are resources that can help, from grants to education to mentors. 

    Read More


    We’re here to help.
    We provide tailored insurance for the specific risks you face, so you can take the right risks to grow your business.
    Get a Quote
    Get a Quote

    Footer menu 1

    • What We Cover
      • Business Insurance
      • General Liability Insurance
      • Professional Liability Insurance
      • Errors and Omissions
      • Cyber Security Insurance
      • Workers Compensation
      • Other Coverage
    • Who We Cover
      • Small Business Owners
      • LLC
      • Sole Proprietors
      • Entrepreneurs
      • Side Hustle
      • Contractors
      • Home Businesses
    • For Our Customers
      • Refer a Friend Program
      • Covid-19 Response
      • Claims Center
    • For Business Owners
      • Save with our Partners
    • About Hiscox
      • About Us
      • Careers
      • Contact Us
      • Hiscox Corporate
      • Investors
      • Foundation
      • Newsroom
      • We Stand Together
      • Affiliate Partner Program

    Footer menu 2

    • Accessibility
    • Site Map
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Use
    • Legal Notices
    • Español

    Feefo Reviews: Hiscox rated 4.7/5 with 1,067 reviews between January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023

    * Any cost, premium, or coverage stated before an official customer quote are estimates and an approximation and are not guaranteed. Actual cost, premium, and coverage are subject to the unique considerations of each individual risk. Customer quotes are based on the information provided to Hiscox, and are subject to required underwriting and rating factors. Until an official customer quote is provided, all communication on this website or advertisement is provided as an example for informational purposes only, and is neither an offer nor a guarantee of available premium or coverage. Any coverage afforded by the products described are subject to and governed by the terms and conditions of each policy issued. This information may not be used to modify any policy that might be issued. Any information provided to assist in understanding the coverage we offer does not modify any insurance policy, nor does it imply that any claim is covered.

    © 2023 Hiscox Inc. All rights reserved. Underwritten by Hiscox Insurance Company Inc., 30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 1760, Chicago, IL 60602. As of December 31, 2021, HICI had admitted assets of $1,250,758,353 and policyholders surplus of $332,792,666. Total liabilities were $917,965,687 (inclusive of $433,752,764 of loss reserves) and paid-up capital stock was $4,242,000.

    icon-facebook
    icon-youtube
    icon-twitter
    icon-linkedin