On Your Terms®

Are you tired of losing sleep over legal nightmares in your online business? Well, fear not, because I've got you covered. I'm here to help you avoid those pesky legal scenarios that can keep you up at night. Join me as I walk you through the steps you need to take to protect yourself and your business from three legal nightmare scenarios. In this episode, you’ll hear… The value in imagining the w...

Can legally protecting my business actually grow it? That’s what we’re tackling in this episode! We’ll discuss three ways legal protection can help your business grow. In this episode, you’ll hear… How legal protection gives you visibility Gaining trust and professionalism Recouping (or protecting) your profit with legal protection If you’d like a shoutout (and a chance to win a $20 gift card), ju...

Are you curious why so many big names in the industry are announcing sabbaticals or even closing up shop altogether? In this episode, I dive deep into the underlying issues of the online business world, exploring the aspirational marketing techniques that are driving many entrepreneurs to burnout and disillusionment. Join me as I examine what's really behind the trend of successful entrepreneurs s...

To commemorate my 100th episode, I'll be delving into one of my favorite topics - hosting a podcast! In this episode, I'll provide you with insights into my content planning process, the tools I use, software, editing, and much more. In this episode, you’ll hear… Where to come up with episode ideas and how to stay inspired What tech and tools you need to start a podcast How I plan out and batch my...

We're taking a break from legal topics to dive into a grab bag of things that have been on my mind. In this episode, you’ll hear… The mindset shift I’m making to rethink what’s possible My home renovation progress The importance of prioritizing your health as an entrepreneur How I’m continuing to process my grief My updated approach to Instagram Stories (+ one quick bonus legal tip!) If you’d like...

How often do you need to update your contracts and when do you need a client to sign a new contract? Let’s dive in and find out! In this episode, you’ll hear the 3 key times you need to update your contracts: After learning a lesson Incorporating law changes into your contracts Performing quarterly checkups to ensure you’re legally legit If you’d like a shoutout (and a chance to win a $20 gift car...

When you’re creating content, everyone’s going to have an opinion. In this episode inspired by an episode of Frasier , you’ll hear which opinions truly matter when it comes to creating content, expressing yourself in business, and establishing your brand and vibe. In this episode, you’ll hear… What to pay attention to - and ignore as a business owner Why you can’t rely on external validation in yo...

In this episode, you'll get legal tips all about how to use a disclaimer as a service provider. In this episode, you’ll hear… Who needs a disclaimer How a (properly worded) disclaimer can protect you How to make sure your disclaimer is legally legit If you’d like a shoutout (and a chance to win a $20 gift card), just leave a review on Apple Podcasts and send a screenshot of it to me on Instagram v...

Do you need to be a jack of all trades to run an online business? This episode explores the dilemma of having to wear multiple hats as a business owner. I share my personal experience and how I balanced my passions with the demands of running a business. Listen to learn how you can grow your business without sacrificing your sanity — and still indulge in your favorite business activities. In this...

In this episode, I'm tackling a question about scope of practice in the health and wellness field. But don't tune out just yet, because this applies to all types of coaches, regardless of industry. In this episode, you’ll hear… Understanding scope of practice What dictates what you’re allowed to teach in your business Doing your homework on what you can legally teach as a coach If you’d like a sho...

Naomi Powell is the owner of The Lifestyle Edit, and she joins me to chat about business, money mindset, and how our childhood and experiences influence us as entrepreneurs. We discussed building a business on our own terms, designing it around our lives instead of the other way around. In this episode, you’ll hear… How to build a successful business while enjoying the process Healing your relatio...

Do you know what contracts you need depending on what you offer? In this week’s “Sam’s Sidebar,” you'll learn about the contracts and policies you need for different business situations. In this episode, you’ll hear… What contracts you need when working with clients The different contracts of agreements needed for websites, social media, and other content How the Ultimate Bundle® walks you through...

Are you unsure about what qualifies as a business expense? Confused about when you can start counting them or what happens to expenses incurred before registering your business? In this episode, we'll be diving into all of that and more. Learn about what business expenses you may be missing out on — and what things you may think are an expense but actually aren't. Let’s make sure you're not missin...

Let’s dive into your most-asked questions about my signature program, the Ultimate Bundle®. In this episode, you’ll hear… How the Ultimate Bundle® differs from what you get at big box legal stores Whether you should buy the Ultimate Bundle® before getting your first client What it looks like inside the Ultimate Bundle® and how long it takes to use Click here to find the full show notes and transcr...

For the first-time ever, you can now access my full-length live legal training via podcast format! You’re busy. There’s a lot going on. At the end of a long work day, the last thing you want to do is sit at your computer for another hour. Even if that hour is spent learning how to legally protect your online business. That’s why I’m offering my newest live training – How to Legally Protect Your On...

This week, you’re going to hear all about what’s inside of my signature program, the Ultimate Bundle®! If you’re new to the Bundle - or have been eyeing it for a while - you might be wondering: What exactly is included? How do I use it? Is it a course? That’s why I’m peeling back the curtain to give you the full 411. In this episode, you’ll hear about… The 10 legal templates included in the Bundle...

You’ve heard me describe the Ultimate Bundle®, but nothing gives you a better picture than hearing from people who use it daily in their business. You’ll hear from four members of my Ultimate Bundle® that represent a variety of different businesses, industries, and stages of growth to give you an idea of what you could expect out of the program. In this episode, you’ll hear… What brought everyone...

In this episode, I dive into the legal boundaries of what coaches can and cannot do. I explain what scope of practice is and why it is important for coaches and other professionals in the industry to be aware of it. I also offer information on how coaches can better educate, empower, and encourage their clients while staying within the confines of the law. In this episode, you’ll hear… What scope...

Have you ever heard advice that sounded too good to be true? You're not alone! In this episode, I'm sharing the real truth behind some of the most common online business myths. I asked people on Instagram what was the biggest myth they believed about starting an online business and the answers were enlightening. From people who believed starting an online business would be easy to those who though...

In this episode, we’re talking about whether or not business insurance is really worth it — and why. In this episode, you’ll hear… Whether business insurance is worth it The kinds of business insurance available How to pick the type of insurance right for you Why it’s so worthwhile Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode. RESOURCES: Click here to be notified when new...

When we don’t know what we don’t know, we tend to build stuff up in our head. That’s especially true when it comes to legally protecting your online business. Let’s slow down the conversation and stop the overwhelm. Whether you’re concerned you haven’t done enough or you simply don’t know what to do first, I’m going to break things down and share my layered legal approach to getting your basics co...

In this episode, we’re talking all about what you need to do — at least officially — to legally protect your online business so you have the peace of mind you need to move forward. In this episode, you’ll hear… How to know when your business has enough legal protection The basic foundations of legit legal protection Addressing new legal opportunities as they come up Click here to find the full sho...

We could all use a bit of a pep talk now and then, right? Running your own business is hard, especially as a woman. People will often belittle your business or won’t take it seriously. We can’t wait for other people to buy into our dream — we must believe in our own businesses before we expect anyone else to. I’ve never talked about entrepreneurship in this way before – and it’s absolutely essenti...

In this episode, we’re talking about what to do if a client quits — or if you want to fire them. In this episode, you’ll hear… Why it’s important to normalize negative client interactions What to do if a client quits How things are different if you fire a client Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode. RESOURCES: Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your...

Nobody wants to be burnt out from their business. But it often feels inevitable, and so many business owners approach entrepreneurship as “all or nothing.” Maybe you can relate to this? I know I can. Perhaps you’re posting content and showing up all the time, pushing yourself as hard as you can, until suddenly it feels like you can’t show up at all. Or maybe you’re like me, where you have an outgo...