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226. Part 2: What You're Missing in Your 2025 Business Plan (I'll Fix It)16 Dec 202400:14:01

Welcome to a new approach to goal setting and personal growth. As we prepare to step into 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what might be missing from your current business plan and decide on what to implement if you're a new business owner. I’m sharing strategies for creating a plan that feels authentic and motivating.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Insights into setting focused and achievable goals for 2025
  2. How to stay open to change and new ideas in your business journey
  3. Understanding the value of KPIs in guiding your business decisions
  4. Creating quarterly focuses that can keep you on track

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Annual Business Plan Worksheet
  2. Join the waitlist for my book “When I Start My Business I’ll Be Happy: A Practical, No BS Guide to to Successful Online Entrepreneurship
  3. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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225. Part 1: The Online Business Year End Review That Could Transform Your 202509 Dec 202400:22:49

Have you ever taken a moment to look back on where you’ve been and how far you’ve come? Lately, I’ve been doing just that, reflecting on my journey throughout 2024. It’s been a year filled with growth, unexpected challenges, and valuable lessons. I'll be sharing a few insights from my experience that might inspire your own reflections as you look ahead.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Insights into balancing personal well-being with professional goals
  2. How personal experiences can impact business and life
  3. Strategies that led to revenue growth and a successful book deal
  4. The importance of evolving business strategies with market and social media trends
  5. Aligning business goals with personal values for holistic success

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Annual Business Plan Worksheet
  2. Join the waitlist for my book “When I Start My Business I’ll Be Happy: A Practical, No BS Guide to to Successful Online Entrepreneurship
  3. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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217. Do Free Contracts Protect You At All? My honest take10 Jun 202400:14:59

Are you using the free contracts provided by platforms like Thinkific or Kajabi to protect your online business? If so, you might be wondering if they’re really enough to keep you legally covered. Today, I'm breaking down why these default terms of use might not be as protective as you think and what steps you can take to ensure your business is truly safeguarded. We'll explore the inadequacies of these free contracts and discuss how to create customized terms that reflect your unique business needs.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Why free contracts from platforms like Thinkific and Kajabi might not be enough.
  2. The importance of having customized terms of use for your business.
  3. Common inadequacies in free contracts and how they can affect your business.
  4. How to protect your intellectual property with tailored contracts.
  5. The role of customized financial terms and payment policies in your legal protection.

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Grab The Ultimate Bundle® on Sale
  2. Join the waitlist for my book “When I Start My Business I’ll Be Happy: A Practical, No BS Guide to to Successful Online Entrepreneurship
  3. Sign up for my free weekly email “Sam’s Sidebar
  4. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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129. How to Write a Book (with a small platform!) [ft. Book Coach, Richelle Fredson]19 Jun 202301:05:41

Writing a book is a wild ride, but one that can be worth the trip for many entrepreneurs – if you go into it for the right reasons. In this Summer School episode, we’re revisiting a conversation with book coach Richelle Fredson, who has been invaluable in my own book writing journey (if you want to hear how that’s going, listen to my latest update in Episode 115). She shares practical tips about how to go into this process with the right mindset, what options you have when it comes to publishing, and how to start preparing now for the book you want to write someday.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. What kinds of books see long-term success and sales
  2. What a book consultant or coach is – and if working with one is right for you
  3. The three publishing options and how to know which one to choose

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Visit Richelle’s website
  2. Follow Richelle on Instagram: @richellefredson
  3. Listen to the Bound + Determined Podcast
  4. Apply for Richelle’s group program: Book Proposal Blueprint
  5. Episode 5: What to Do When a Client is a Pain
  6. Episode 115: My Book Update!
  7. Get notified when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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128. How to Hire (legally!)15 Jun 202300:11:01

In this episode, we're delving into the nitty-gritty of legally hiring employees for your online business.

You ask, and I answer! Listener Laura wrote in wondering about the legal steps involved in hiring employees. To tackle her question, I thought we'd kick things off by revisiting the difference between employees and contractors.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Getting a legal foundation in place first
  2. Hiring help with HR
  3. Required documents and setup for hiring an employee
  4. Becoming a better boss

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Episode 64: Hiring Contractors 101 [Everything Business Owners Need to Know]
  2. Episode 66. Hiring, Leadership & Team Building 101 [Interview w/ Kira La Forgia of Paradigm Consulting]
  3. Paradigm Consulting’s Set to Scale program (affiliate link)
  4. ADP Payroll (affiliate link)
  5. Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity
  6. Get notified when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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127. How to Give Great Talks [ft. Speaker Coach, Mike Pacchione]12 Jun 202301:20:23

Public speaking is such an important skill to learn, and it can be a huge advantage in your business if you do it well. In this Summer School episode, we’re revisiting an interview with the great Mike Pacchione. We talk about why speaking well is important, what makes a speaker good or bad, and whether it’s possible for a bad speaker to become great. We also talked about the areas most speakers need to improve upon (and how they can do it), three tangible things to make your speaking more entertaining, and so much more.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. How Mike got into speaking
  2. Why public speaking is so important
  3. The qualities that make a good speaker—and a bad one
  4. Three areas that most speakers need to improve upon
  5. Tips for using your physical presence
  6. How to get speaking opportunities
  7. The “minivan test”

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. miketalks.co
  2. bestspeech.co
  3. Adam Driver’s TED Talk
  4. Episode 54. Everything I Learned at ConvertKit's Craft + Commerce Conference (mind blown!)
  5. Click here to watch the free workshop so you can get legally protected right now!
  6. Get notified when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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126. What Kind of Legal Stuff Does Your Size of Business Need?08 Jun 202300:05:16

Do you ever worry that your small business doesn't need the same legal protection as the big guys? That's like saying you don't need a seatbelt because you're only driving down the block! Today, I'm answering a question from one of our listeners, Candice, who asked about how legal contracts and business matters differ for small shops compared to larger ones. It's an excellent question, Candice, and one that I think many of us have – so let’s dive in!

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Getting legally covered no matter your businesses size
  2. Why having to scale your legal coverage is a good sign
  3. How to be legally legit without the overwhelm

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. DIY Affiliate Contract Template
  2. Collaboration Contract Template
  3. 5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business [free workshop]
  4. Episode 42: Business Insurance Mistakes That Could Cost You Big
  5. Episode 64: Hiring Contractors 101 [Everything Business Owners Need To Know]
  6. Episode 89: How To Legally Protect Your Online Business
  7. Get notified when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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125. Why You Feel Burnt Out on Social (+ How to Fix It) [ft. Video Marketing Coach, Natasha Samuel]05 Jun 202300:57:31

For the next couple of weeks, I’ll be running what I call Online Marketing Summer School. We’re going to be revisiting some past episodes geared toward helping you level up (or kick-off) your online marketing strategy! We’re kicking things off with one of my favs: an interview with Natasha Samuel of The Shine Online Podcast!

Natasha Samuel is the host of The Shine Online Podcast and an Instagram strategist that helps small businesses... well, shine online. Through intensive strategy days, digital resources, and education, Natasha helps you build your brand on the gram with a video strategy that is fulfilling and fun - without the overwhelm.

Natasha is a social media genius. She breaks down Instagram in such a refreshing, relatable way. Her whole approach is about finding the social media strategy that's actually sustainable for you, no matter how busy your work or life can get. She also believes social media should reflect your personal values, and doesn't advise compromising any of that for quick growth. We talk about overwhelm, content batching, nailing your Instagram bio, and her three-part follower journey (which is going to blow your mind)!

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Why Instagram is a great place to market your business
  2. Growing a community on Instagram
  3. Struggling to balance personal and business content
  4. The various surfaces of Instagram and what to post there
  5. Tips for writing captions
  6. Using Instagram to direct people to other platforms
  7. The 3-step follower journey
  8. Tips for batching and consistency
  9. How to iterate on your strategy
  10. Tips for people burnt out on social media
  11. Navigating social media during hard times

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. shinewithnatasha.com/video
  2. Natasha’s LinkTree
  3. Shine With Natasha on YouTube
  4. Instagram: @shinewithnatasha
  5. Episode 24. Why You Should Treat Your Clients the Way Olive Garden Does
  6. Episode 25. Creating Brand Loyalists 8 Future Buyers

CONNECT:

  1. Sam on Instagram
  2. Sam on Facebook
  3. On Your Terms® on Instagram

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124. Can You Write Your Own Contracts?01 Jun 202300:05:46

Do contracts need to be looked over or written by an attorney to be legally binding? As always, I'm here to demystify the complex legal jargon for you and empower you to grow your business on your own terms.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Whether a contract needs to be written by an attorney
  2. What makes your contract unenforceable
  3. Ensuring your contracts are legally binding

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Learn about the Ultimate Bundle®
  2. Shop my DIY legal contract templates
  3. Episode 106. How Do You Make Your Contracts Enforceable?
  4. Get notified when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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123. Real Talk: Your Business Doesn't Have to Light Your Soul on Fire29 May 202300:37:46

Has the popular narrative of 'soul-level work' ever made you question whether every aspect of your business is something that should light your soul on fire? If so, let's take some time to unpack this today.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Why it’s unrealistic to expect your business to provide unending joy
  2. How the realities of running a business impact your daily life
  3. Making room for evolving passions and interests

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Easy Email List Sign Up
  2. Episode 32. Should We Always Be in Growth Mode in Our Biz?
  3. Read the Bustle Article: Is Therapy-Speak Making Us Selfish?
  4. Get notified when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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122. Can You Use Other Brands' Trademarks & Images?25 May 202300:08:27

What are the legal concerns when it comes to using pictures of another company’s branded products in your business? That’s what we’re diving into today!

Jill asked,

I'm currently creating a PDF to be sold on my website that's something along the lines of a "healthy food swaps" grocery guide. Within that document, I'm including specific pictures of branded food products. Do you happen to know if I'm legally able to sell a document with images like these?

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  • Using copyrighted content in your business
  • How to claim nominative fair use

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:


CONNECT:


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121. Should You Call People Out in Your Industry?22 May 202300:30:35

Today we’re going to talk about Kenny G., “real jazz,” and how that relates to business. We’ll explore powerful lessons for entrepreneurs about authenticity, value, and standing out in a crowded market. Let’s dive in!

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. What a feud between two jazz musicians has to do with your business
  2. Finding what makes your business unique
  3. Getting back what you put out into the world

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Listen to Pat Metheny
  2. Taco Bell’s Innovation Kitchen, the Front Line in the Stunt-Food Wars
  3. Naomi Powell of The Lifestyle Edit
  4. Episode 105: Stealing Content vs. Inspiration: When does it become illegal?
  5. Get notified when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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120. When Do You Need to Get Legal Stuff in Place?18 May 202300:11:37

New business owners have a lot to deal with: applying for an EIN, getting a business address, starting a business bank account, and forming an LLC, among other things.

I get it. It can feel like you're putting the cart before the horse if you don't have an audience, an email list, or any offers yet. But let me tell you, there's a different way to look at this. We'll unpack this perspective shift in our chat today.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Why you should start getting legal protection in place today
  2. The liability you face while posting free content
  3. How to take these first legal steps

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Learn more and get the Ultimate Bundle®
  2. Episode 7. The First 3 Steps to Legally Protect Your Business (Where to Start)
  3. Episode 98. When Should You Update Your Contracts?
  4. Episode 83. Legally Protect Your Online Biz: The Bare Minimum that Produces Results
  5. Easy Email List Sign Up
  6. Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®
  7. Get notified when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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216. I Stopped My Hike to Call Myself Out on THIS Bad Habit03 Jun 202400:10:48

This episode comes to you from the M trail in San Luis Obispo, California. I realized I was falling back into a bad habit of mine so I pulled out my phone to make a voice recording to share with my future self and with all of you!

While I was hiking, I was spending the whole time being worried about snakes, tarantulas, weird bugs, and being very, very high up. This is a bad habit of mine that I fall into with my business journey too. I focus so much on my fears. I fight and resist and struggle my way through it, and then I wonder why I’m feeling tired and unhappy.

Sometimes you can re-hike a trail, but there are a lot of things you don’t get to redo in life. Here’s a reminder to myself and all of us to enjoy the journey, not fixate on fears, and be proud of the heights we’ve achieved.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. How hiking is like building a business
  2. The power of stopping yourself mid-habit
  3. Being a peace with the process

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Grab The Ultimate Bundle® on Sale
  2. Where I was hiking
  3. Join the waitlist for my book “When I Start My Business I’ll Be Happy: A Practical, No BS Guide to Successful Online Entrepreneurship”
  4. Sign up for my free weekly email “Sam’s Sidebar
  5. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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119. 10 Lessons from My Team Break-Ups15 May 202300:30:26

As an entrepreneur who has built a multi-seven-figure business, I've had my fair share of experiences when it comes to hiring and firing employees and contractors. In this episode, I want to share my top 10 tips for managing these relationships and navigating the complexities of staffing your business. My goal is to help you build a successful team while maintaining healthy working relationships with your employees and contractors.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Getting clear on what you’re hiring for
  2. Hiring slow, firing fast
  3. How to hire like a professional
  4. Owning your mistakes
  5. …and more!

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Episode 64. Hiring Contractors 101 [Everything Business Owners Need to Know]
  2. Episode 111. Writing a Book, Online Business Changes & Discipline with Amy Porterfield
  3. Get Sam's Emails
  4. Mindset coaching with Jen Diaz
  5. Shop my DIY Independent Contractor Agreement
  6. Paradigm Consulting
  7. Get notified when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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118. Do I Need to Read Disclaimers Out Loud to Clients?11 May 202300:08:07

Today we’re going to talk about disclaimers. Do you need to read disclaimers out loud to clients during a session in order for them to count? Let’s discuss!

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. When and where to use your disclaimer
  2. Nurturing the follower to client journey
  3. Pre-qualifying clients before you work with them

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Episode 2: Scope of Practice for Coaches (What You're Legally Allowed to Do)
  2. Episode 69: What Coaches Can Legally Do (Scope of Practice Part 2)
  3. Pre-Qualify Before You Buy Download
  4. Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®
  5. Get notified when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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117. How I've Grown My Business During Tough Times08 May 202300:27:21

Starting and growing a business is hard. And then, you still have to deal with all of the hard stuff that life regularly throws at you on top of all that. Over the years, I have experienced some of the most challenging times of my life, from brain surgery and caring for my father during his battle with cancer, to coping with the loss of my father and my mother's ongoing health struggles. So, we're breaking our usual routine to have a heart-to-heart conversation about how I’m coping and finding ways to keep (some of) it together.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Keeping it together when times get tough
  2. Prioritizing what really matters
  3. Recognizing when you’re not OK or you need help

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Get Sam's Emails
  2. Episode 14. How to Market Your Evergreen Product (+ Which Platforms You Should Be On!)
  3. Episode 3. Turning Pain & Hard Times Into Rocket Fuel for Your Business
  4. SEO Influencer
  5. Join the Free Legal Workshop to learn how to get your business legally legit™️ today!

CONNECT:

  1. Sam on Instagram
  2. Sam on Facebook
  3. On Your Terms® on Instagram

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116. What's a Non-Compete Agreement & Can I Use One?04 May 202300:08:05

Let’s say you don’t want to spend time and money training an employee only to have them go work for a competitor or start their own business in your field. What can you do about it? In this episode, we’re discussing non-compete agreements, and whether or not they’re right for you.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. What a non-compete agreement is
  2. Whether or not you would be able to enforce a non-compete
  3. Alternatives to non-competes that could serve you better

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Episode 61. Hiring Contractors 101 [Everything Business Owners Need to Know]
  2. Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®
  3. Get notified when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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115. My Book Update!01 May 202300:27:13

Have you ever considered writing a book? There’s a stat floating around that says 81% of people hope to write a book one day, so chances are you’re one of them — and so am I! I’m going to share what my journey of writing a book proposal and querying agents has looked like so far, and what’s happening next. I’ll also give tips I’ve learned from my writing coach as well as naturally along the way.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Why I’ve always wanted to write a book
  2. Where I’m at in the writing and publishing process
  3. Tips I’ve learned for getting your book published

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Meet Richelle Fredson (Book Coach): https://richellefredson.com
  2. Get the Book Proposal Blueprint Course: https://richellefredson.com/training/
  3. Richelle's Podcast
  4. Easy Email List Sign Up - Get Sam's Emails
  5. Aimee Barr And Associates
  6. Get notified when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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114. Are You Too Small For Copycats to Steal From You?27 Apr 202300:09:28

You know copycats are a big issue for online businesses, but that’s only a problem for big businesses, not ones just starting out — right? I’m going to address whether you need to worry about copycats even when very few people know about your business.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Are small businesses at risk of copycats
  2. What I’ve seen in my own business and others
  3. Why you should protect your business at any size

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Save over $400 on the Ultimate Bundle® for a limited time! Click here for details.
  2. Episode 113. How to Legally Protect Your Content [Copyright Registration 101]
  3. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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113. How to Legally Protect Your Content [Copyright Registration 101]24 Apr 202300:25:30

Unsure about the difference between trademarks and copyrights in online business? In this episode, we dive into the essential aspects of trademarking and copyrighting for online businesses. While trademarks are valuable for safeguarding the outward-facing elements of your business like names and logos, copyrights play a vital role in protecting your product or course content. We discuss Ashley's real-life example — a content creator who faced legal challenges because she hadn't copyrighted her course material.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. The difference between contracts and copyright
  2. What to do if someone steals your content (before AND after)
  3. How to decide what content you need to register

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Copycats Training Sign Up: Save $25 off with code: Copycat25
  2. Save over $400 on the Ultimate Bundle® for a limited time! Click here for details.
  3. Join my email list
  4. Episode 108. Should You Copyright That?
  5. Episode 110. Can I Get Paid If Someone Steals My Content
  6. Episode 107. What to Do If Someone Steals Your Business' Content
  7. US Copyright Office
  8. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

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112. Should You Trademark Your Business Name?20 Apr 202300:05:38

If you’ve already registered as an LLC, do you need to trademark your business name? That’s what I’m going to discuss in this episode!

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. The difference between a trademark and LLC
  2. What protections a trademark offers your business name
  3. Cases when you trademarking your business name may not be possible

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Copycats Training Sign Up: Save $25 off with code: Copycat25
  2. Episode 109. All Your Trademark Questions: Answered
  3. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

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111. Writing a Book, Online Business Changes & Discipline with Amy Porterfield17 Apr 202300:48:18

If you’re in the online business world, you probably know the incredible Amy Porterfield. She’s recently published her first book, “Two Weeks Notice.” I had the privilege of chatting with Amy and picking her brain about everything from how she spends her day to the challenges she faces as a successful entrepreneur. I'll be sharing some of her insights and tips for building a business you love, as well as some exclusive behind-the-scenes information about her new book. So get ready to be inspired, learn some new skills, and take your business to the next level with Amy Porterfield.

In case you haven’t heard of her, Amy Porterfield is an ex–corporate girl turned online marketing expert and CEO of a multimillion-dollar business. Today Amy empowers people across the globe to take their futures into their own hands and find professional autonomy, independence, achievement, and success far beyond what a corporate glass ceiling would traditionally allow. Her action-by-action teaching style provides aspiring business owners with the tools they need to bypass the overwhelm and build a business they love.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Why Amy decided to write a book, why this book, and what she learned about herself in the process
  2. Whether or not starting an online business will bring you happiness
  3. The common qualities of successful online business owners
  4. Behind the scenes of how Amy runs and organizes her business and life
  5. What’s working in the online marketing world

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Copycats Training Sign Up: Save $25 off with code: Copycat25
  2. Record quick videos for your team with Loom
  3. Amy Porterfield's website: amyporterfield.com
  4. More info about Amy's book, Two Weeks Notice: twoweeksnoticebook.com
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110. Can I Get Paid If Someone Steals My Content?13 Apr 202300:04:29

Today we get to talk all about copyright infringement — What can you do when you find a content thief, and can you get paid for damages?

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. What happens when someone steals your content
  2. Why you need to register your content to copyright it
  3. How to take action and protect your content

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Copycats Training Sign Up: Save $25 off with code: Copycat25
  2. Episode 109. All Your Trademark Questions: Answered
  3. Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®
  4. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

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215. How Much Should Business Insurance Cost for Coaching Businesses?27 May 202400:20:09

One of the core startup costs for an online business is business insurance. In today’s episode, I teach you about business insurance and the general cost you can expect.

Business insurance is critical for financially protecting your business. Even if you just receive a nasty lawyer letter threatening to sue you for liability, your business insurance will step in with their own lawyer to act on your behalf.

I go over the key terms you need to know: Premiums, deductible, liability limits, exposure, policy limits, and exclusions. Then I explain how they all interact to create how much you pay and how much you are protected.

If you’re an online coaching business, you can expect liability insurance to cost somewhere between $400-$1,000. Trust me, it’s worth it.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Why business insurance is important
  2. Key business insurance terms explained
  3. How much you can expect to pay for liability insurance as an online coach

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Grab The Ultimate Bundle® on Sale
  2. My affiliate link for Alternative Balance
  3. Join the waitlist for my book “When I Start My Business I’ll Be Happy: A Practical, No BS Guide to to Successful Online Entrepreneurship
  4. Sign up for my free weekly email “Sam’s Sidebar
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109. All Your Trademark Questions: Answered10 Apr 202300:14:08

I'm excited to share with you all the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about trademarks. Whether you're a new business owner or just looking to learn more about trademarks, this episode has something for everyone.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. What documents and information you need to get a trademark
  2. How long it takes to get a trademark approved
  3. The difference between state and federal registration
  4. How to police your trademark
  5. What happens in the case of conflicting trademark requests
  6. How trademarks operate across different industries

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Episode 43: BTS: When My Website Got Stolen by Another Attorney
  2. What To Do if Someone Steals Your Content
  3. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

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108. Should You Copyright That?06 Apr 202300:06:55

How do you copyright something? And when should you do it? That’s what we’re discussing in this week’s episode!

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. The difference between copyright and trademark
  2. How to register a copyright
  3. What’s actually worth copyrighting

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Visit the online template shop
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107. What to Do If Someone Steals Your Business' Content03 Apr 202300:19:32

Have you ever found someone stealing your business's content, whether it's on social media, your products, or programs? It's a frustrating and disheartening experience, and it's essential to know what steps to take and how to react appropriately. I've been through this situation multiple times and have learned what works and what doesn't. In this episode, I'm going to break down the exact steps to take if someone steals your content, and share some valuable tips and strategies to protect your business.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. What to do when you find out someone stole your content
  2. What NOT to do
  3. How to proactively protect yourself from content theft

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Episode 43. BTS: When My Website Got Stolen by Another Attorney
  2. Episode 49. How to Legally Protect Your Online Course
  3. Episode 105. Stealing Content vs. Inspiration: When Does It Become Illegal?
  4. The Ultimate Guide To Taking Down Copycats
  5. Get My 5 Steps To a Legally Legit Business Checklist
  6. Get 2x weekly legal tips straight to your inbox by joining my email list
  7. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

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106. How Do You Make Your Contracts Enforceable?30 Mar 202300:04:46

You might not know this, but it's not good enough to just have a contract. You want to make sure that that contract is enforceable so that it has some teeth and will actually legally protect you.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. How to make sure a contract is properly written
  2. How to send and sign a contract correctly
  3. Making sure client information is accurate

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Episode 8. What Makes a Good Contract? How to Make Sure You're Protected
  2. Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®
  3. Visit samvanderwielen.com/shop-templates to browse my entire DIY legal template shop
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105. Stealing Content vs. Inspiration: When Does It Become Illegal?27 Mar 202300:20:29

Have you ever found your content being copied or mimicked by others? It can be a frustrating experience to see your hard work being stolen, whether it's through plagiarism or infringement. As an online business owner, it's crucial to understand the difference between stealing content and mimicking others. In this episode, I'll dive into these two concepts and explain how to protect your intellectual property.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. The difference between mimicking and stealing online content
  2. What to do if you find someone stealing your content
  3. How to protect your intellectual property

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Episode 19. How to Legally Share Content (Don’t be a Copycat!)
  2. Episode 43. BTS: When My Website Got Stolen By Another Attorney
  3. Episode 107. What to do When Someone Steals Your Business' Content
  4. The Ultimate Guide to Taking Down Copycats
  5. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

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  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
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104. Can You Put Business Expenses on Your Personal Card?23 Mar 202300:06:11

Can you charge business expenses to your personal card... and still have it count? Will that get you in trouble? That’s what I’m answering in this episode. Let's dive in!

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. How to set up a business bank account
  2. Where to charge your business expenses
  3. What to do if you make a charge to the wrong card or account

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Want to learn more about business taxes? Tune into my conversation with CPA Keila Hill-Trawick of Little Fish Accounting in Episode 77: https://www.samvanderwielen.com/episode-77
  2. Take a deep dive into business expenses in Episode 91: https://www.samvanderwielen.com/episode-91
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103. 3 Legal Nightmares & How to Avoid Them20 Mar 202300:21:38

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…

  1. The value in imagining the worst-case scenario
  2. Keeping customer relationships from going south
  3. What to do if someone steals your product
  4. How to legally protect yourself from getting sued
  5. Getting all your legal bases covered using my free checklist

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Download my free Pre-Qualify Before They Buy training
  2. Get my 5 Steps to a Legally Legit Business Checklist
  3. Episode 2. Scope of Practice for Coaches (What You're Legally Allowed to Do)
  4. Episode 8: What Makes a Good Contract? How to Make Sure You’re Protected
  5. Episode 69. What Coaches Can Legally Do (Scope of Practice Part 2)
  6. Episode 86. What can coaches legally do?
  7. Episode 94. My Program Taught Me X – Can I Teach It Now?
  8. How to Send and Sign Contracts
  9. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

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102. Can Legally Protecting My Business Actually Grow It?16 Mar 202300:05:35

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…

  1. How legal protection gives you visibility
  2. Gaining trust and professionalism
  3. Recouping (or protecting) your profit with legal protection

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®
  2. Get my 5 Steps to a Legally Legit Business Checklist
  3. Episode 87. The Ultimate Bundle® IRL: How Real Customers Use it to Legally Protect Themselves
  4. Mya on Instagram: @myanichol
  5. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

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101. Real Talk: Why Some of the Biggest Online Business Owners Have Quit13 Mar 202300:30:40

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 stepping back from the limelight and how we can learn from their experiences to build more sustainable businesses.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. What’s causing so many online business owners to burn out
  2. The dangers of aspirational marketing for business owners and consumers
  3. Treating your business like a real business

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

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100. ALL MY BEST PODCAST TIPS (Q&A + MAJOR GIVEAWAY!)09 Mar 202300:29:22

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…

  1. Where to come up with episode ideas and how to stay inspired
  2. What tech and tools you need to start a podcast
  3. How I plan out and batch my podcast episodes
  4. What to do if your topic is already covered
  5. How to enter my PODCASTING GEAR GIVEAWAY!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

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  1. This giveaway has ended but, you can submit your legal question here: samvanderwielen.com/legalquestion
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214. How To Start A Business on a Budget20 May 202400:35:34

Starting an online business is much cheaper than starting a brick-and-mortar shop, but it still has costs. So how do you navigate those costs before your business starts bringing in any money? That’s what we cover in today’s episode.

I walk through the three-step process of how to start a business on a budget: Save, Research, Budget. I breakdown each one in detail, giving examples from my own experience.

Being realistic in your projections and plans leads to the empowered, quality decision-making necessary to build a sustainable business. I hope this episode helps you do that.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. The three components of the saving phase: Save, Cut, Make
  2. What costs you need to research when starting a business
  3. How to factor a long runway into your starting budget

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

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  1. Grab The Ultimate Bundle® on Sale
  2. Join the waitlist for my book “When I Start My Business I’ll Be Happy: A Practical, No BS Guide to to Successful Online Entrepreneurship”
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99. Let's Get Personal: Behind the Scenes of Running a 7-Figure Business, Grief + Mindset Work06 Mar 202300:31:03

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…

  1. The mindset shift I’m making to rethink what’s possible
  2. My home renovation progress
  3. The importance of prioritizing your health as an entrepreneur
  4. How I’m continuing to process my grief
  5. My updated approach to Instagram Stories (+ one quick bonus legal tip!)

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. SG23 Design: https://www.sg23design.com
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98. When Should You Update Your Contracts?02 Mar 202300:06:25

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:

  1. After learning a lesson
  2. Incorporating law changes into your contracts
  3. Performing quarterly checkups to ensure you’re 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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®
  2. Get my 5 Steps to a Legally Legit Business Checklist
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97. The Biz Pep Talk You Didn't Know You Needed27 Feb 202300:22:58

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…

  1. What to pay attention to - and ignore as a business owner
  2. Why you can’t rely on external validation in your business
  3. Discovering what it means to build a business on your terms

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Episode 81. Do You Really Believe In Your Business? (You're Not Alone)
  2. Frasier Episode (S3 E23 - The Focus Group)
  3. The Ultimate Legal Guide for Online Entrepreneurs
  4. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

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96. Can I Get Blamed for Clients' Results?23 Feb 202300:05:39

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…

  1. Who needs a disclaimer
  2. How a (properly worded) disclaimer can protect you
  3. 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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Pick the legal template that works for your business: https://www.samvanderwielen.com/shop-templates/
  2. Join my email list: https://www.samvanderwielen.com/sidebar
  3. Download The Ultimate Legal Guide For Online Entrepreneurs
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95. "I Can Do It Better Myself" - What to Outsource + Do Yourself20 Feb 202300:33:46

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 episode, you’ll hear…

  1. Why some business owners struggle to hand off tasks and delegate
  2. The skills most business owners should take ownership of
  3. The first things you can outsource or hire out for
  4. Leaning into the things you enjoy most
  5. When to start handing things off in your business

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Pre-Qualify Before They Buy: 3 Free Email Templates
  2. Easy Email Sign-Up
  3. Episode 15. What Used to Work vs. What Works Now in Marketing
  4. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

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94. Can I Teach What I Learn in My Certification Program?16 Feb 202300:09:08

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…

  1. Understanding scope of practice
  2. What dictates what you’re allowed to teach in your business
  3. Doing your homework on what you can legally teach as a coach

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®
  2. Episode 2. Scope of Practice for Coaches (What You're Legally Allowed to Do)
  3. Episode 69. What Coaches Can Legally Do (Scope of Practice Part 2)
  4. Episode 86. What can coaches legally do?
  5. The Ultimate Legal Guide for Online Entrepreneurs
  6. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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93. Sustainable Scaling [ft. Business & Mindset Coach, Naomi Powell]13 Feb 202300:46:20

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…

  1. How to build a successful business while enjoying the process
  2. Healing your relationship with money
  3. Being adaptable to new trends
  4. Building a business geared towards your actual goals
  5. Finding a balance between short-term and long-term visions

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Naomi’s Website: thelifestyleedit.com
  2. Follow Naomi on Instagram: @thelifestyleedit
  3. My podcast interview with Naomi on her podcast, The Lifestyle Edit
  4. Naomi's Inner Circle All-Access Pass
  5. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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92. Which Legal Contract Do You Need?09 Feb 202300:08:16

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…

  1. What contracts you need when working with clients
  2. The different contracts of agreements needed for websites, social media, and other content
  3. How the Ultimate Bundle® walks you through the process of filling out and using every contract template

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®
  2. Visit the online template shop
  3. See me customize a template in real-time
  4. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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91. Business Expenses 10106 Feb 202300:31:25

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 missing out on any deductions for your business.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. What business expenses are and why they are so misunderstood
  2. Whether or not you can deduct expenses incurred before you register your business and which ones count
  3. Common write-offs many online business owners miss (and things you think you can write off but actually can’t)

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. The Ultimate Bundle®
  2. Business Expenses | Internal Revenue Service
  3. Quickbooks // bookkeeping software. Organize and track your business expenses and income with this easy-to-use tool. Get 50% off with my link.
  4. Blog Post: Can I Charge Business Expenses to My Personal Card?
  5. Episode 77. Small Business Taxes 101 [Guest Interview with Little Fish Accounting]
  6. Episode 17. 6 Legal Must Haves for Online Businesses
  7. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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90. The Ultimate Bundle® FAQs: Answered!02 Feb 202300:08:19

Let’s dive into your most-asked questions about my signature program, the Ultimate Bundle®.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. How the Ultimate Bundle® differs from what you get at big box legal stores
  2. Whether you should buy the Ultimate Bundle® before getting your first client
  3. What it looks like inside the Ultimate Bundle® and how long it takes to use

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Get the Ultimate Bundle® right here
  2. Episode 88. What's in the Ultimate Bundle®?
  3. Episode 87. The Ultimate Bundle® IRL: How Real Customers Use it to Legally Protect
  4. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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213. Confessions of a Debut Author: Imposter Syndrome, Budgeting, and Trolls (ft. Money Expert, Jannese Torres)13 May 202400:41:06

Writing a book isn’t just about writing a book. It brings up all kinds of business and personal dynamics, challenges, and opportunities for growth. Today fellow debut author, Jannese Torres, joins me to talk about why she chose to write a book as part of her personal finance business, and how she has made it work.

Jannese is an award-winning Latina Money Expert. She helps her clients and listeners build successful online businesses that allow them to pursue financial independence and freedom. Her podcast, Yo Quiero Dinero® is a platform to de-stigmatize money as a taboo topic in the Latinx & BIPOC communities and make personal finance fun, relevant and relatable. She decided to write a book in order to reach more people, and to cement herself as a thought leader in the field. Jannese talks about making time for writing (and everything else that goes along with creating a book), she had to implement some automated processes in her business and rely on her circle of support.

In today’s episode Jannese gives us great advice about investing in your business when it has hit a plateau, where to find free resources, and how to deal with online trolls.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  1. What goes into the business decision to write a book
  2. Tips on investing in your business
  3. How to manage being the face of your brand

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Grab The Ultimate Bundle® on Sale
  2. Read Jannese’s book “Financially Lit!: The Modern Latina’s Guide to Level Up Your Dinero & Become Financially Poderosa
  3. Listen to Jannese’s personal finance podcast “Yo Quiero Dinero
  4. Join the waitlist for my book “When I Start My Business I’ll Be Happy: A Practical, No BS Guide to to Successful Online Entrepreneurship
  5. Sign up for my free weekly email “Sam’s Sidebar
  6. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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89. How to Legally Protect Your Online Business30 Jan 202300:59:18

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 Online Business: Five Simple Steps That Every Entrepreneur Must Take (before it's too late) – here. Take me on your commute, walk the dog, cook up an amazing meal – and let’s get to it.

In this episode, you’ll hear how to ditch the fear of doing something illegal by…

  1. Picking the right business entity so your personal liability is limited
  2. Knowing what you need to form your business so it’s done right the first time
  3. Choosing the right business insurance so your money is protected
  4. Using legitimate contracts and policies so you’re protected with clear boundaries
  5. Creating a scope of practice so you can (hopefully) avoid getting sued

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Click here for a full tour & BTS of the Ultimate Bundle®
  2. Get the best financial deal I’ve ever offered on the Ultimate Bundle® right here
  3. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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88. What's in the Ultimate Bundle®?26 Jan 202300:14:23

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…

  1. The 10 legal templates included in the Bundle
  2. The best approach for using the 35+ on-demand video training resource
  3. Community support, ongoing updates, and lifetime access

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Save your seat at my legal training, “How to Legally Protect Your Online Business"
  2. Hear Bundle members’ experience: Episode 87. The Ultimate Bundle® IRL: How Real Customers Use it to Legally Protect Themselves
  3. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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87. The Ultimate Bundle® IRL: How Real Customers Use it to Legally Protect Themselves23 Jan 202301:06:22

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…

  1. What brought everyone to the Ultimate Bundle® in the first place
  2. Early wins after putting their learnings into place
  3. How they feel about their business after using what they’ve learned
  4. Practical uses for the Bundle components: templates, training, and community

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 via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

  1. Click here for a full tour & BTS of the Ultimate Bundle®
  2. Save your seat at my live legal training, “How to Legally Protect Your Online Business"
  3. Karin: Change Academy PRO membership
  4. Mya: Upgrade Your Instagram Account In Less Than 10 Minutes Checklist
  5. Chris: Free Career Training Workshop
  6. Athena: Free Legit Fit planning Checklist
  7. Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come out

CONNECT:

  1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
  2. Follow Sam on Instagram
  3. Follow Sam on YouTube
  4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
  5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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