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This is why you want to avoid being sued in business
In this blog post, I will take you through what happens if you end up embroiled in a legal battle and why setting yourself up for success is crucial to avoid such situations. While many factors can lead to litigation, having strong foundational legals in your business and solid strategies in place can significantly reduce your risk of ending up in court.
The Cost of Buying Cheap in Business
In a world where the pursuit of affordability and instant gratification often prevails, it is crucial for business owners to pause and reflect on the true value of their investments. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of buying cheap in business and the potential long-term costs that this can have, particularly in the context of legal services.
The Importance of Crystal Clear Communication in Business
The 3 Cs are a non-negotiable aspect of running a successful business. It plays a crucial role in both client interactions and overall business operations. As someone with a litigation and dispute background, I have witnessed countless situations where disputes and misunderstandings could have been avoided with clear communication.
How to End a Coaching Contract: When parting ways is better for both parties.
As a coach, you understand the importance of building strong, transformative relationships with your clients, and your coaching contract serves as the foundation for these relationships, protecting both you + your clients while setting clear expectations. However, there are times when ending a coaching contract becomes necessary for the growth and well-being of both parties, and in this blog we explore why it’s crucial to master the art of professional transitions.
ChatGPT and Copyright
As more and more entrepreneurs and business owners turn to ChatGPT to create content, questions about copyright ownership have begun to emerge. Clients have reached out to me several times lately asking, "Who owns the copyright if I'm using ChatGPT?" This is a great question, and in this blog post I will answer this in simple terms.
Australian Consumer Law for Service Providers: What You Need to Know
I’ve noticed a common misconception that the Australian Consumer Law (the ACL) only applies to larger, product-based businesses - like Harvey Norman. This couldn’t be further from the truth. The ACL applies to all businesses that sell products or services to consumers. Different rules will apply to different businesses, depending on what the business does.
Bouncing Back from the Brink in Business
Do you know the difference between things getting just a little out of hand, and the breaking point of a business? As a small business lawyer, I can tell you that the two aren’t terribly far apart. If you’ve been noticing some important tell tale signs lately, then your business is trying to tell you something.
The Top Three Legal Issues Affecting Small Business
Unlike large businesses, small business owners are generally responsible for getting the foundations right for long-term success. Learn the bare essentials for getting your business set up in a way that prevents disaster down the line, and helps ensure smooth sailing going forward.
Why Words Matter in Business, Legally
In business, setting and managing expectations with our clients is vital to serve our clients well, and build long-term, sustainable, and positive relationships. For you, the business owner, understanding your own legal documents is crucial.
What happens when you use something that has been trademarked?
In many cases, people don’t know they’re using a registered trademark until it’s too late. But prevention is better than cure—and never was this more true than when it comes to accidentally using someone else’s trademark.
Set Your Business Up Right for 2023
I talk a lot about legal documents being an important part of your risk mitigation strategy (along with your business structure and insurance). The thing is, when it comes to these things, they’re not set and forget. Each year, you’ll need to check everything to make sure it’s still serving you.
Mental Health and Running a Business
I talk a lot about mindset with my followers and my clients, because good business acumen is half of the story, and our mental health is the other. Entrepreneurs have it particularly tough. So if you’re running a business and wondering why your mental health seems to be lacking, you’re not alone!
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