Think Outside the Bank

It's a great question, right? And we certainly hope you're in the position to hire someone during the Pandemic. But several new concerns and questions arise around everything from the job description (What should you say about working remotely? Or safety concerns an applicant may have if the job is on-site?) to the interview process (What questions can you ask and which may violate new or existing...

COVID has opened our eyes to the importance of businesses having an online component. But if your business is new to the online world, you may be wondering "What do I need to know about doing business online?" Great question! We've got you covered. In this week's episode, we talk about the very important issue of online privacy. Over time, legislation has supported the notion that businesses (and...

Last week we discussed what happens from a privacy and workplace safety perspective if an employee tests positive for COVID-19. This week we talk about paid sick leave implications during the pandemic. But before we get there, our "Caught Doing Good" segment features Optimusride.com , a driverless car startup that pivoted during this time to serve a community suffering from food insecurity by deli...

As an employer, what are your legal requirements regarding employee health? And if (heaven forbid) one of your employees starts showing symptoms of COVID-19 or tests positive, what does the law require you to do to ensure privacy but also maintain a safe working environment? In this week's episode, we discuss this topic with legal information guide and member of Legalucy's Pandemic Response Team,...

Surely you've heard the phrase: "The best offense is a good defense." But during this season of business, the key to a good defense to this pandemic may be a good offense... that is, moving forward and potentially starting a pandemic-proof business. Join us for this week's episode as we discuss this topic, highlight a small business "caught doing good," and hear what our Pandemic Response Team is...

Has your small business been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic? If so, this is the podcast for you. Welcome to Season 2 of Think Outside the Firm. This season we'll be keeping you informed on important, trending legal issues that could affect your small business in this ever-changing economic and legal environment. In this episode, Harmony and Ginny share a bit about what you can expect this seaso...

What happens when you're working hard on a project and then the "real-life calendar" which includes the Holidays and family and even some time off collide? In today's episode, we discuss that tension and a couple of ways we manage all that needs to get done. PLUS, we have an incredible guest Rob Christopher. Rob is the Founder and CEO of JustResolve. In his 36 years as a business litigator, includ...

In this week's episode, we cover a lot of ground! First, Harmony shares an amazing story about an incredible introduction - and why we think it was meant to be! Plus, as we're on the journey to grow Legalucy, we've felt a strong call to up-level... But in a way that initially surprised us both. SPOILER ALERT: This business journey will always ask us to up-level our game in interesting and sometime...

Happy Thanksgiving, Entrepreneurs! In this special episode, we take a beat to remember and acknowledge three big things we're grateful for this holiday season. We hope these insights (and the practice of being grateful in general) are inspiring to you as you approach Thanksgiving and the rest of the Holiday season. LOOKING FOR LINKS? Legalucy: https://legalucy.com   Think Outside the Firm: https:/...

Momentum is a powerful force in business. It can show up in many different ways - users telling other people about your product, media mentions, investor interest, and on and on.   Because it's such a powerful force, nurturing momentum is high on the list of executive responsibilities in a startup.   This week, Harmony shares a magical moment and the chain of events (the momentum) that led her to...

Have you ever been intimidated by the thought of sitting down to put some good time into knowing your numbers? Or... perhaps do you think it's a lesser priority as you're growing your business? If so, this episode will provide some encouragement and motivation to dive in and make sure your numbers are SOUND! PLUS... this week we have the honor of interviewing a young powerhouse of an entrepreneur...

Are you working on a project that's either taking longer than you thought it would or is asking a lot of you during this season? If so, this episode is for you! Harmony shares some amazing doors that have been opened as a direct result of her consistently showing up (literally and figuratively, too!). PLUS, our special guest on this Veterans Day episodes none other than Ryan Micheletti, the Co-Fou...

How do you handle the stress that can build up during extremely demanding seasons? In this week's episode, Harmony opens up and shares some of her best go-to tools for keeping stress at bay while building a legal tech company AND finalizing funding at the same time. This start-up game isn't for the faint of heart but that doesn't mean we need to let stress reign supreme during these seasons. PLUS,...

Whether you're thinking about starting a business or are already on your way, user feedback has immense value. Whether you're thinking about starting a business or are already on your way, user feedback has immense value. But feedback isn't limited just to features and content... Feedback can even inform pricing and business models. Today Harmony shares a story about a surprising interaction she h...

Do you love the idea of an underdog winning the race in business or otherwise? If so, we've got a great story for you that happened just this past week and the top two reasons WHY this founder pulled ahead to win the race! PLUS... we've got a special treat for you. Angel Investor Irwin Ki is on our show and he brings the gold revealing everything from what he looks for in an investable company, ho...

Tell me if you've experienced this issue... as you're building your business, multiple priorities bubble up to the surface. AND, as you make efforts to address them, you realize how integrated they actually are. That's what we mean by a "chicken and the egg problem"... which really comes first? Which one do you solve first? In this week's episode Harmony shares how she's handling the chicken and t...

Are you looking to raise funds for your business? In today's episode, Harmony and Ginny talk about the importance of having a plan to pursue this critical business function - just like all executive activities. PLUS, we have the honor of talking with the founder of the International Intellectual Property Law Association (IIPLA), Azam Ghani about how pricing packages foster trust and how collaborat...

In a surprising series of events, the venue where Legalucy hosted its inaugural launch event spent some time in a harsh national spotlight... In case you're wondering where the event was held, it was a WeWork property. And while we adore the team there and they've always been so supportive of us and our events, a few items remained out of even their control to help as news came to a head during ou...

Building a company from the ground up can ask a lot of its founders... priorities tugging at you from all sides. BUT, it can be very helpful to take a moment and think through which priorities will help you gain the most ground in different seasons. In this episode, Harmony talks about shifting priorities from building the platform and getting customer feedback to capitalizing on funding season. P...

Early money. It's important to anything that you're building, whether that's a business or even a political campaign. This week, Harmony shares an experience she had at an EMILY's List event and what she took away to empower Legalucy. PLUS... this week's special guest is Rachel Sheppard, the Global Head of Marketing for the Founder Institute in Palo Alto. She and Harmony are planning something spe...

Without exception, it'll happen... You're focused and working hard on a list of ever-growing priorities that demand the best from you. Then, without warning, something that doesn't FEEL as important pops up and demands your attention. How do you handle situations like this? Legalucy founder, Harmony Oswald, shares a humorous story about how this happened to her just this week and how she handled t...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to launch a Silicon Valley tech company? But this isn't just ANY startup, this company is changing the way legal gets done! Legalucy empowers business owners to spot issues, take action, and stay safe... To earn, protect, and attract more money. Because in business, it pays to know what you don't know! Hosted by Harmony Oswald and Ginny Townsend, welcome to Th...