Legal Made Easy

Even if you know you need a contract for your big client projects, there are probably some situations that have you wondering, "Do I really need a contract for that?" Tune in to figure out which situations actually require a contract and a few questions to ask yourself when making the decision.Need more contracts than you thought? Join Legal Templates Unlimited Monthly to get 20% off all the contracts you'll need for your business! Sale ends February 16 at midnight pacific. Hop in with your discount right here.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

One of the big distinctions between successful business owners and those just scraping by is the ability to take decisive action. But it's not always easy to make big decisions in business, especially when you don't have the tools to do so. Tune in for 3 questions to ask yourself to gain clarity when trying to make the best decision for your business and an example of how I used these questions to make a tough decision un my business recently.If you've been looking for a sounding board, a little guidance, someone to ask you the tough questions so you can move the needle in your business... I'd love to help you through private business coaching. Book a free clarity call to find out if this is the right next step for you.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

There's no question there has been a shift in the online space in 2023. So what does that mean for your legal strategy going into 2024? More buyer hesitancy means it's more important than ever to look professional, sell with confidence, and protect what you're building - by having an LLC for your business.Ready to create your LLC? Join the LLC Bootcamp on February 21 and 22 to learn all the steps to get your LLC up and running yourself. Presale tickets are on sale now through February 11 at artfulcontracts.com/llcbootcampIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

This year, you can't go five minutes without seeing some new way to use AI to make your life easier. Generative AI has changed the way creators and business owners create content - free content like social media captions and emails and even paid content like digital downloads and even client work.But what does this mean for the ownership of that content? If you use Generative AI to create something, can you still protect it from copycats? Or could you be accidentally copying someone else?Tune in to hear what happens to copyright ownership when AI is involved in the creation process.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

It's here! The Artful Contracts Black Friday Sale runs from Monday, November 20 to Monday, November 27 at 11:59 PM Pacific time. Everything in our template shop plus some of our best-selling courses will be on sale. Tune in to hear the rundown of all 5 deals on offer this year!Check out the Black Friday Week page for links and coupons for all deals here: artfulcontracts.com/blackfridayWant a reminder of when the sale starts? Join our newsletter to be the first to know when the sale goes live: artfulcontracts.com/newsletterIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

So many service providers and coaches get stuck in reactivity. Constantly jumping to respond to client requests, putting out fires, and treating everything like an emergency. You do not have to operate that way. That is a quick path to burnout and unsatisfied clients. Tune in to hear my solution: the key to creating a non-reactive business that gets better results for your clients.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Black Friday is coming up in just 5 weeks, so it's time to get ready! Tune in for my top 5 tips for a legally legit Black Friday sale.Black Friday brings in lots of extra traffic to your site, and hopefully more sales, so it's more important than ever to make sure you have all the legal details in place for your digital products.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

As a business owner, you'll inevitably have a situation with a client or a contractor where things don't go according to plan: a client misses a payment, a contractor doesn't meet your expectations, or maybe you even make a mistake on a project. Tune in to hear three steps you can take to evaluate the situation and move forward toward a resolution.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

My annual membership Cover Your Assets is open for enrollment with some additional bonuses this week! Tune in to this bonus episode to hear answers to some of the questions that I've been getting about Cover Your Assets this week, including a rundown of what's included in the membership and who is a good fit to join. Join by Friday, September 15 to cash in on the extra bonuses: the Trademark Roadmap and a VIP ticket to a live workshop in Q1 2024. Click here to join.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

You hold the vision for your business. Ultimately, you're the only person who can decide what's best for your business. But how do you make informed decisions about the legal side of your business when you aren't a lawyer? Tune in to hear my solution for balancing relying on experts and embracing your responsibility as a business owner.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

You have to be able to manage your business's money for your business to survive, but unless you had a finance degree, it's probably not something you learned in school. Many, many business owners struggle to manage their business money - either leaving it all in the business and never touching it, or spending it all and running out of money to operate the business. In this episode, I'm sharing the three rules I follow to manage my business money in a way that makes sure I get paid and my business keeps running.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

As a solo business owner, when you move, your business has to move, too. I just moved across state lines and I'm going through the process of moving my LLC from New Hampshire to Maine, so I thought I'd give you a rundown on the process as I'm doing it. Tune in to hear the three options for moving your LLC and a little insight into my experience as I go through it.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

It's easy to look at established business owners and think they've got it all figured out - but even as a practicing small-business attorney, I didn't get everything right when I was starting my business! Tune in for my reflections on 3 (legal) things I'd do differently if I were starting my business from scratch - plus the one thing I'm happy I did before getting started.If you want to make sure your business is legally legit right from day 1 (or whatever day you're at right now!) join my annual membership, Cover Your Assets. Cover Your Assets walks you through each step to get all the legal stuff in place for your business - and is now open for enrollment! We just switched over to an open enrollment, annual membership model - so you can join when you're ready for a lower monthly investment than ever before. Learn more about Cover Your Assets here.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Deciding to register a trademark for your small business is an emotional decision - you're invested in your brand and don't want it stolen - but it can also be a strategic choice to help your long-term business growth. Developing your branding with a long-term trademark strategy in mind can help create a cohesive, recognizable brand and catapult your growth. Tune in for a few examples of successful long-term trademark strategies and tips for integrating this into your business. If you're ready to protect your brand, head over to artfulcontracts.com/trademarkvideo to sign up for my free video guide that walks you through the trademark process and how to work with me to register your trademark. If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

There are certain aspects of the "legal stuff" that you can absolutely manage on your own... But is registering a trademark one of them? In this episode, I walk through my top 3 reasons why it's crucial to have an attorney by your side throughout the trademark registration process.If you want to learn more about the trademark process and what it's like to work together, head over to artfulcontracts.com/trademarkvideo to check out my brand new, free trademark video guide!If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

If you're dreaming up a new product or service for your business (or thinking about the next evolution of your brand), there is one crucial step you don't want to miss that can make the difference between a product that stands out and one that fades into all the online noise. Choosing the name of your next product should be a strategic choice informed by data - data you can get with a trademark search. Tune in for a few tips on choosing a name strategical, and how a trademark search can give you the information you need to make sure your brand stands out.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

If you're holding back on launching a new offer or starting your business because you're afraid someone else will copy the name... this episode is for you. You can file a registration for a trademark you haven't used yet, but it may not be the best idea. Tune in to hear my (somewhat controversial) opinion and the requirements for an intent-to-use trademark application.If you're ready to protect your trademark (whether you're using it or not!), head on over to artfulcontracts.com/trademarks to learn more about my done-for-you trademark registration service.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

You've heard you should register a trademark, but how important is it really? Tune in for a breakdown of the benefits of registering a trademark with the USPTO and the top questions I pose to my clients to help them figure out if trademark registration should be a priority for them. If you're thinking about registering your trademark and want to chat through a few questions or learn more about the process, book a trademark consultation call with me to get started: artfulcontracts.com/trademarksIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

You absolutely can get all the legal stuff in place for your business - you just might need a little guidance to get there. Tune in for a breakdown of the Asset Protection Method, my signature 3-step system I teach inside my program, Cover Your Assets, and answers to a few FAQs about the program.Cover Your Assets gives you the tools, action steps, and resources you need to get your business legally legit so you can grow with confidence. Enrollment is currently open with $400 off and some extra juicy bonuses. This is also the last opportunity to get lifetime access to the program.Join before midnight on March 22 here: https://artfulcontracts.com/cya-marchNot sure if it's right for you? Send me a DM on Instagram and we can chat through it: @artfulcontractsIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Your to-do list is long enough when you're starting your business... Adding "get legal" to it can feel like just one more thing you don't have time for. Tune in to hear the number one piece of the "legal stuff" I think is absolutely necessary when starting your business (even though it's not *technically* legally required).If you're ready to take the guess-work out of the legal aspects of your business, sign up for the free, live training on March 14 that walks through the 3 Steps to Get Your Business Legally Legit Without Hiring a Lawyer: https://artfulcontracts.com/liveclassIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Have you had clients push your boundaries or ignore your requests? Contracts are the ultimate way to make sure you can always enforce your boundaries, but what happens when your client doesn't read your contract? Tune in for my top tips for effectively communicating your expectations to clients and how to back them up with contracts.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

If you're an entrepreneur, chances are you have more than one interest. But do you have to open up a new LLC for each new venture you start? Tune in to hear the pros and cons of using one LLC for multiple lines of business and how that relates to using DBAs.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

You've heard you aren't supposed to mix your business and personal money... but then how do you pay yourself from your LLC? Tune in for my take on paying yourself from your LLC and some tips on making sure you keep that legal wall between you and your LLC in place while you give yourself a paycheck.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

It's probably fair to say that most of us have used someone else's ideas as inspiration at some point in our business. There's value in using other people's experiences to figure out what's working. Not to mention it's nice to have a place to start.But how do you know when looking for inspiration crosses the line into copying? Tune in to find out.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Just by putting our content out there on the internet, we risk someone copying it. It's easy to get so caught up in this fear that we avoid hitting publish at all. Here are three reasons I think you actually don't need to worry about copycats.If you want to protect your content and feel confident you know the steps to take if you ever have to deal with a copycat, sign up for the Copycat Workshop. Learn more here: https://www.artfulcontracts.com/copycat-workshopIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

As online business owners in the information age, everything we sell is intellectual property. But what exactly does that mean? How can we protect our work when most of what we create is intangible? Tune in for an overview of intellectual property, including the difference between copyrights and trademarks and the steps you can take to protect your content and client work.If you want to own your brand and make sure no one else can use your business name, it might be time to register your trademark. Learn more about my trademark registration services at artfulcontracts.com/trademarksIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Not sure what to focus on for your 2023 legal strategy? Tune in for a few legal areas that always need attention at the beginning of the calendar year and my best advice for planning a legal strategy that evolves with your business throughout the year.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

If you designed your logo on Canva, you probably can't register it as a trademark. Your logo helps your customers recognize your brand, but if it was designed with a Canva template, it may not be unique enough to legally function as a trademark. It's also against Canva's policies to register a design that uses its elements as a trademark. Tune in for a discussion on the implications of using Canva to design your logo and what to do instead.Learn more about done-for-you trademark registration services and book your consult call.Check out the Trademark Roadmap DIY trademarks course.DM me on Instagram to chat through next steps: @artfulcontractsIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Your business name helps your business stand out and influences how your clients find you. Choosing a strong business name from the start ensures your business is unique, recognizable, and legally protected. Tune in for 3 tips to choose a business name that won't get you in trouble, won't be copied, and helps your business grow.Find the USPTO's trademark electronic search system here: https://tmsearch.uspto.gov/If you love your business name and want to make sure it stays protected, it may be time to think about registering a trademark. Go to artfulcontracts.com/trademarks to learn more and book your trademark consultation.If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Forming an LLC is as easy as filing the paperwork... unless you're transitioning an existing business from sole proprietorship to LLC. Tune in to hear the extra steps you need to take to make sure your LLC is fully up and running when you aren't starting your business from scratch. If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Tune in for a candid conversation about the trademark process with one of my clients, Cheryl Furer. Cheryl just successfully registered her logo and business name as trademarks! Here's what that was really like for her.If you're ready to own your brand with a registered trademark, book a call with me to get started: artfulcontracts.com/trademarksIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Are you ready for Black Friday? Black Friday brings extra attention to your offers, so it's more important than ever to make sure you have the legal pieces buttoned up. Here are 3 tips to make sure you're ready for the extra attention Black Friday brings your way.We're having a huge sale for Black Friday! We're offering 5 different deals this year starting on Monday, November 21. Listen in for the full rundown and head over to artfulcontracts.com/black-friday-2022 to preview the sale!Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

What does it really take to register a trademark? Tune in for an overview of the entire trademark registration process from choosing what to register to getting that shiny gold-sealed registration certificate.Registering a trademark is the only way to truly own your brand. We're running two trademark specials this Black Friday! Preview our Black Friday deals here: artfulcontracts.com/black-friday-2022Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

What happens if someone else registers your brand as a trademark? First step: don't panic. It doesn't have to mean a rebrand. Tune in for 3 things to consider before throwing in the towel on your branding.Search for your brand name on TESS here: https://tmsearch.uspto.gov/ (remember, this only comes up with exact or super close matches!)Registering a trademark is the only way to truly own your brand. Learn more about my trademark registration services here: artfulcontracts.com/trademarksYour support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Are there holes in the legal protections around your business? Here are 7 signs that you may need to take a closer look at the legal aspects of your business. If you're ready to patch up the holes in your legal strategy and take control of the legal aspects of your business, it's time to join Cover Your Assets. Cover Your Assets gives you the step-by-step training, templates, guides, and coaching you need to get your business legally legit. Join Cover Your Assets by 11:59 PM EDT on October 26 to get $200 off: artfulcontracts.com/cya-octoberWant to talk it over? Send me a message on Instagram @artfulcontractsYour support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Everyone says to create an LLC, but filing the paperwork is just the first step. If you don't maintain it properly, you could completely destroy the legal wall your LLC created between you and your business (and that wall is the only thing protecting your personal money from business lawsuits). Tune in for 6 common mistakes business owners make that risk their LLC liability protection.I'm hosting a free training this week: 3 Steps to Make Your Business Legally Legit Without Hiring a Lawyer. Sign up for the training and unlock your invitation to my signature program, Cover Your Assets, here: artfulcontracts.com/liveclass The replay will be available until October 26.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

I'll say it again and again: your contracts support your boundaries. But maybe that feels a little wishy-washy. This episode covers 7 concrete pieces you can add to your contracts to make your life easier when dealing with clients.Did you have these already? Are you going to add any? Send me a DM or share this episode on your IG story and tag me to let me know! instagram.com/artfulcontracts Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

What is an LLC and why do you need one? How is this better than a corporation? This episode covers the 4 common types of business entities small business owners can choose from and the pros and cons of each one.If you haven't already, skip on back to episode 2 to hear the 9 Steps to Legally Protect Your Business and then head over here to download the accompanying checklist: artfulcontracts.com/legalchecklistYour support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

You know you need a 1:1 client contract... but is that it? How do you figure out what contracts you actually need? Tune in for my simple system to figure out if you actually need a contract for that.Have you caught the 3 part series yet? Head back to episode 2 to  hear the 9 Steps to Legally Protect Your Business and then head over here to download the accompanying checklist: artfulcontracts.com/legalchecklistYour support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

You need money to operate your business. But you've heard you can't just use your personal money to pay your business expenses if you have an LLC... so what do you do if your business just doesn't have quite enough? In this episode, we talk about why you can't just pay your business expenses with your personal money and what you can do to give your business a cash injection when you need it.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts: legalmadeeasypodcast.com/appleFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Part of the beauty of online business is the freedom and flexibility it provides. But that doesn't mean anything if we're stuck in the rigid schedule and expectations that we were always taught. Tune in to hear about a realization I had recently that really helped me understand myself and take advantage of that freedom.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

If you've ever offered a payment plan, you know how terrible it can be when someone fails out halfway through. As a business owner, are there steps we can take to limit failed payments? As a customer, what happens if you really regret signing up for the payment plan? Tune in to hear Amy's takeaways on payment plans, refund policies, and the ethics of high-ticket sales.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

This episode wraps up our 3-part series about the 9 steps to legally protect your online business. Even if you skip the rest of the steps in this list, step number 7 is a must. Tune in for details on creating your client contracts, checking business insurance off your list, and landing that first (or next) client.Download the free guide accompanying this series at artfulcontracts.com/legalchecklistGrab your 1:1 coaching or service contract at artfulcontracts.com/lpbYour support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

This is part 2 of a 3-part series that covers the 9 steps to legally protect your online business. In this episode, we're covering business bank accounts, figuring out permitting and licenses for your business, and requirements for your website.Download the free guide accompanying this series at artfulcontracts.com/legalchecklistGrab your website policies templates here: artfulcontracts.com/wpwYour support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

This is part 1 of a 3-part series that covers 9 steps to legally protect your online business. This episode will help you avoid accidentally infringing on someone else's trademark with your business name and protect your personal assets from the risks of doing business.Download the free guide accompanying this series at artfulcontracts.com/legalchecklistYour support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

What is the legal stuff, anyway? When it comes to starting and running an online business, your to-do list is always a mile long. And “take care of legal” is often left to the bottom, because, what does that even mean? Where should you start? In this episode, we’ll dive into the 6 legal areas that impact your risk and your profit in businessYour support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Full show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcastIf you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast

Welcome to Legal Made Easy, the show that makes the legal aspects of running an online business more accessible to everyone. I’m Amy Nesheim, licensed attorney for small business owners and founder of Artful Contracts. My goal for this podcast is to provide legal education in your environment that empowers you to make informed decisions so you can manage the risks of doing business and protect everything you’ve worked so hard to build.New episodes will be released every Tuesday starting August 30. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting app so you never miss an episode!If you're an online business owner who’s ready to take the guesswork out of the legal aspects of your business, watch my free training to learn the 3 steps to get your business legally legit without hiring a lawyer. Let’s get the legal stuff covered so you can grow your business with confidence. Go to artfulcontracts.com/legalclass to sign up.Your support means everything! Please subscribe on your favorite podcasting app and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Enjoying the podcast? Send me a DM over on Instagram @artfulcontractsFull show notes at artfulcontracts.com/podcast