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Coaches, Are Your Clients Signing Your Contract Online? | My bet is they are! Here’s how to make sure you’re legally covered

As coaches, our interactions are becoming more digital every day. So, if the delivery is digital (online), can the entire onboarding process be digital too? The million dollar question that I am asked all the time by my coach clients is can you sign legal documents online?

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Director Identification Numbers: Important Changes to the Law

Are you a director of a company or are you planning to become one? If so, there have been some changes to the Corporations Act 2001 (Corporations Act) that are important to be aware of. From November 2021 you are required to register for a Director Identification Number. We’ve summarised all of the key information below, but please get in touch if you have any further questions.

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When Can I Send An Email or SMS? | How To Avoid Breaking Spam Rules

Sending your business contacts special offers, opportunities and other marketing information can be a wonderful way to grow your business. However, Australia has strict laws in place around mailing lists and other ways of reaching out to your customers and clients. In this article, we break down some of the key things you need to know about these laws, and how they apply to your business.

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7 Legal Requirements For Small Business

The number 7 enjoys a long history of positive associations across many different cultures. There are 7 days in a week, 7 colours in a rainbow, and 7 wonders of the ancient world. In the tradition of positive associations with the number 7, we have put together 7 legal requirements for small business to help you.

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Taking Your Business Online | 5 Tips When Selling Online

The number of businesses selling online is increasing, and this is no surprise. The digital age in which we live, along with the level of social and economic uncertainty has seen the rise of the necessity of businesses to ‘pivot’ to remain viable (and in many cases, thrive), and to keep up with consumer demands. If you have or are thinking about moving to online selling in your business, then these 5 Legal Tips for Selling Online are for you.

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Building Your Small Business | The Beginners Handbook

Building a small business from scratch can be overwhelming. There's so much advice out there! Here are the top five things to consider and act on when you start - from business structure right through to website Ts & Cs.

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