4 Questions to Ask Before Granting GBP Access

A frustrated business owner holding a laptop contemplating if they gave the right access to their GBP.

Your Google Business Profile (GBP) is one of the most valuable digital assets your business owns. It’s often the first thing potential customers see when they search for your business, making it a key driver of organic calls, website visits and foot traffic. In fact, a fully optimized GBP gets around 70 percent more in-store […]

Your 2026 Guide for Growing Your Insurance Agency

Insurance agency growth checklist and 2026 planning guide.

The end of the year is more than just reflection — it’s a chance to reset your strategy and prepare your agency for what’s next. Every goal you set shapes how your agency grows. With the right strategy, you can turn ambition into action and set your agency up for success. As technology continues to […]

Strategize Around the 3 Stages of the Marketing Funnel

Insurance agent learning how to guide prospects from awareness to conversion through a strategic marketing funnel

A strong brand isn’t built through just a single ad or phone call. It’s built across every step of the customer journey — from the moment a customer first hears your name to the second they decide to choose you over your competition. More often than not, that journey follows the marketing funnel. But today’s […]

How to Build Your Business’s Social Media Presence

Melon Local team member sharing tips to help insurance agents build a stronger social media presence and engage with customers online

Standing out in a crowded market isn’t easy. But one of the best ways to establish trust, connect with your community and set yourself apart from competitors is through social media. It’s easy to overthink the process — worrying about how you’ll look, what you’ll say or whether your videos will be “good enough.” But […]