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The Art of Online Course Creation#12 Essential Legal Tips for Online Course Creators: Annette Stepanian Breaks It Down (U.S. Edition)In this insightful episode of The Art of Online Course Creation, I am joined by Annette Stepanian, an American lawyer who has dedicated her career to helping entrepreneurs and small business owners protect their creative work. Annette is the founder of Your Legal BFF, a resource for easy-to-use, industry-specific legal templates and training. Together, we delve into the legal side of online course creation and how to safeguard your business from costly legal mistakes.Key Takeaways:Treating Your Course as a Business from Day One: One of the most common mistakes online...
2024-10-2236 min
Planner Life Podcast | A Podcast For Wedding PlannersReal Expert: Getting Your Legal Ducks in a Row with Annette Stepanian of Your Legal BFFHey planners! As you embark on your journey of growing your wedding planning business you’ll definitely want to think about protecting yourself from a legal standpoint. That’s why we brought on Annette Stepanian of Your Legal BFF. Annette helps to simplify a lot of the legal aspects of your business in a way that makes it way less intimidating and easier to understand. In this episode, she shares how she started her company and her perspective on the wedding industry. We chat about the importance of getting the legal aspects of your business squared away, what to look...
2020-08-0446 min
MONETIZE IT - Turn Your Gifts, Knowledge, And Passion Into A Profitable Online Business.Everything About The Legal Side Of Your Online Coaching Business with Annette StepanianHere are a few massive breakthroughs you’ll get from this episode…Learn what type of business structure you need as you grow your business so you can make sure that you are properly set up legally and tax-wise, which can avoid a ton of headaches down the road!Reveal what type of contracts you need with one-on-one coaching clients so you can protect yourself and your clients, which will make your new partnership so much stronger!Prepare yourself with the right policies for your coaching business so you can have the right tools in place to defend your...
2020-07-3147 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 109: Using Customer Testimonials in Your MarketingDo you want to use your customer’s testimonials when marketing your products or services, but not sure about the legal implications? In this Legal Quickie episode, I cover the legal basics of using testimonials in your business - like on your website, in email copy, or paid social media ads. Before you start flaunting your customer’s glowing reviews, listen to this episode. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This content is for your educational and informational purposes only an...
2020-03-1208 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 108: Does Email Marketing Still Work? With Lesley ClavijoIs email marketing dead? Absolutely not! But some of the old strategies certainly are. In this episode, I’m chatting with email marketing strategist, Lesley Clavijo. We get super honest about email list size, why email marketing is still more important than social media, the truth behind lead magnets, and so much more! You’ll want to check out this episode before you hit “send” on your next email. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This content is for your...
2020-02-1927 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 107: How to Become a Better Public Speaker with Helena BowenFrom speaking on-stage to recording videos for social media, to team meetings, public speaking is a vital skill for any entrepreneur - and you too can learn how to become a better speaker! In this episode, I’m talking with speaking coach and speechwriter, Helena Bowen. We talk about some (very big) misconceptions about learning to become a better public speaker, including the double-edged sword that is your slides, and the #1 skill you need to improve to be a better public speaker. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk
2020-02-0532 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 106: How to Close More Sales with Lindsey NickelIf hearing the word “sell” makes you shudder, you’re not alone! Sales calls and closing sales can be the most difficult part of being a business owner for most of us, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, I’m chatting with long-time wedding planner and wedding business strategist, Lindsey Nickel. Lindsey shares how important contracts are, 4 great tips for standing out in crowded industries, how to overcome your anxiety when asking for the sale, and so much more! To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annetteste...
2020-01-2229 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 105: Pro Tips for Maximizing Profits in Your Event Rental Business with Allison HowellRunning an event rental business comes with its own unique challenges, especially with managing your inventory! In this episode, I’m chatting with long-time event rental pro and co-founder of RW Elephant, Allison Howell. Allison’s insights about inventory management, pricing, and how to stay profitable long-term are fantastic for event rental businesses and other businesses alike. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This content is for your educational and informational purposes only and should not take the pla...
2020-01-0842 min
The Photo Opp Podcast: Finding Opportunity in PhotographyPOP #1: Protect Yourself with Photography Contracts | Guest: Annette Stepanian of Your Legal BFFToday’s episode of the Photo Opp Podcast explores photography contracts with Annette Stepanian, founder of Your Legal BFF. Annette talks about the best (easy) ways to protect your photography business. In this episode, we’re discussing:
When photography contracts are required in your business
Common mistakes photographers encounter legally
Differentiating contracts between photography jobs
Potential repercussions for operating without a contract
Advice for photographers to grow their business–– safely and legally!
If you are a new listener to Photo Opp, I'd love to hear from you. DM me @meganbreukelman with any questions or ideas, and join the Face...
2020-01-0836 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 104: My Favorite Pregnancy TipsMamas-to-be, this one if for you! Whether this is your first baby, or you’re adding another member to your family, pregnancy can be different every time. In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite tips, tricks, and advice from friends, family, and my own experience to help you with your first or next pregnancy (guys, share this with the ladies in your life!) To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This content is for your educational and informational purposes only a...
2019-12-1819 min
The Trunk Show with RW Elephant004: Annette Stepanian Makes The “Legal Stuff” Accessible For CreativesAnnette Stepanian is a lawyer and the founder of Your Legal BFF. She helps creative entrepreneurs get the legal back-end of their businesses in order while making the process as fun and simple as possible. For example, did you know that every business is like a burrito? You’ll get to hear more about her burrito analogy plus common legal conflicts that arise in the wedding and events industry. What’s in this episode:Leaving a career as a lawyer to start a jewelry businessThe “burrito” checklist for taking care of “the legal stuff...
2019-12-1129 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 103: Doing an Annual Legal Review for Your Small BusinessWhen was the last time you sat down and did a legal audit of your business? If you’re like most business owners, probably never. Likely, it’s low on your priority list. However, scheduling an annual review of all the legal aspects of your business is a great practice that can help protect you down the road - especially as your business continues to grow and scale. In this episode, I share key questions to ask yourself during an annual legal review of your business. To learn more and get...
2019-12-0422 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 102: California Law Update: Should I Classify Workers as Employees or Independent Contractors?If you’re a contractor or business owner that does business in California, you may have heard about the new law on how to classify an Independent Contractor that goes into effect on January 1st, 2020. Confused? Overwhelmed? Not sure if the new law applies to you? Check out this episode, where we chat with employment lawyer and previous Office Talk guest, Jenny Wiegley, about all of the new changes, who they apply to, and what to do next. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.co...
2019-11-2732 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 101: This Easy-To-Fix Mistake Cost Her Nearly $25,000Business horror story alert! Starting a new project with a new client is always exciting, especially when they’ve already paid you! But what if the project needs to be canceled? And worse off, what if the client asks for a refund? In this episode, I’m sharing a true story of a service provider who came across this exact situation, and unfortunately, because of one small oversight, had to refund nearly $25,000. It happens more often than I’d like to admit, so that’s why I’m sharing this story and...
2019-11-1309 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 100: How I’m Getting My Business Ready for Maternity LeaveHave you ever wanted to take an extended break from your business? Maybe go on vacation, or a sabbatical, or even on maternity leave? Then this episode is for you! I’m sharing how I’m preparing for my upcoming maternity leave, including key ways I’m ensuring that my business can run without me. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This content is for your educational and informational purposes only and should not take the place of hirin...
2019-10-3012 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 099: Legal Roundup: Your FAQs AnsweredIs there a legal question that you’ve had knocking around in your mind for a while? Then this is the episode for you! We’re doing a round-up of recent legal questions entrepreneurs and business owners have been asking - the answer to YOUR question may be in here too. In particular: The answer to, “Should I register the trademark for the logo of my business versus the name of my business? Or only the name of my program or product?” The answer to, “What should I do if one of my clients is asking...
2019-10-1621 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 098: How to Get Out of a ContractYou never want to start out a relationship thinking about how it will end, right? Well, if you’re talking about your relationship with clients - whether you know it will be a short-term project or not - thinking about the end can save you a lot of stress and frustration! In this episode, we’re talking about terms and agreements for terminating a contract, no matter what the reason for the termination. Sometimes, a working relationship has to end, but it doesn’t have to be messy. Check out this episode to learn h...
2019-10-0207 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 097: What is an Intent to Use Trademark Application?Working on a new product, service, or business, but not quite ready to launch yet? If you’ve picked out a name that you’re super excited to use, but haven’t started using it yet, someone could start using that name before you. Is there anything you can do to prevent that? Absolutely! You can buy yourself some time by filing an Intent to Use Trademark Application. Sound complicated? It’s simple - check out this episode and learn all about how Intent to Use application can help you secure...
2019-09-1806 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 096: Trademarks & Picking a Name for Your BusinessYou’ve been wracking your brain to come up with a catchy name for your new business, product, or service … then you finally land on the winner! Before you rush off to get a logo created, there’s one extra step you need to take, and it’s really important. In this episode, I’m talking about trademarks and why having a unique and distinctive name is so important - both professionally and legally. Listen to this episode and save yourself lots of wasted brainstorming time (and possible trademark trouble)! To learn more and get th...
2019-09-0407 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 095: 5 Legal Tips for Small Business OwnersIf you know me, you know I love a good ol’ burrito. The flour tortilla, the guac, the cheese…. mmmmmm! Well, believe it or not, building a legally sound business is just like building an epic burrito. Yup, you read that right... Hear me out…. For many business owners, focusing on contracts, copyrights, and other legal topics often fall at the bottom of their to-do list. Because it’s all so overwhelming, right? In this episode, I’m breaking down the 5 (appetizing and bite-sized) legal ingredients you need to have to...
2019-08-2106 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 094: Understanding CopyrightsWhen the topic of copyrights comes up, there are a lot of questions! Are a copyright and a trademark the same thing? Can I copyright an idea? How can I monetize my copyrighted content? In this episode, I’ll simplify copyrights using another food analogy and a Harry Potter reference. If you create content (think: written work, visual designs, photographs, digital designs, and more) this episode is for you! To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This...
2019-08-0706 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 093: How Licensing WorksA great way to grow your business and your audience is to monetize your existing content through licensing deals with other companies (totally a win-win!). Is a verbal agreement, maybe an email, enough in these situations? Absolutely not! A solid, detailed licensing agreement is what you need to ensure you retain ownership of your designs, while monetizing your work with more than one partner. In this episode, we cover the basics of licensing and the most important items to understand when it comes to licensing agreements. Whether you’re just starting out w...
2019-07-2408 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 092: My IVF StoryIt’s been a hot minute since I’ve brought you a show! In this episode, you’ll get an update on what’s been brewing both on the business and personal side of things. I’m also getting a little personal in this episode by sharing some of the biggest lessons I’ve learned over the last few months as we embarked on our IVF journey. I hope this helps those of you who may be going through a similar experience. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer:
2019-07-1722 min
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast15 | Covering Your Legal Bases with Annette StepanianIn this week's episode, I’m chatting with attorney Annette Stepanian all about exactly what it takes to start your business legally. Annette Stepanian is a traditionally educated lawyer and business strategist who equips other creative professionals and small business owners with the legal and business knowledge needed to confidently start and grow their businesses. Combining her passion for law and small business, Annette seeks to make the law practical, approachable, and dare we say it - even a little fun! (00:00) – Introduction to this episode(01:13) – Introduction to Annette Stepanian(01:46) – Annette’s funny organ...
2019-06-1239 min
Wedding BossnessWedding business contracts with Annette StepanianWhen Legally Blonde came out, the world was introduced to the fun side of law. Some say fun & law can’t coexist, but that means they haven’t met Annette Stepanian, a real lawyer who makes the law practical, approachable, and dare we say it – even a little fun. Not only can she lay down the law, but Annette equips other creative professionals and small business owners with the legal and business knowledge needed to confidently start and grow their businesses. Committed to making legal information accessible for small business owners and entrepreneurs, Annette founded Your Legal BFF, your go-to...
2019-05-0748 min
The Modern Creative30. Why Contracts Are Important For Creative Businesses | Annette StepanianIn this episode of the Modern Creative Podcast we chat all about contracts, why they’re important for your creative business, and who needs them with Annette Stepanian, Your Legal BFF. We also answer your legal questions during a Q+A.
Favorite gem from Annette in this episode: “Make that commitment and decision to treat this as truly a business versus a hobby. And if it’s a hobby, great, but if you’re going to be in business, be in business.”
Contact Annette:
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GDRP episod...
2019-02-2648 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 091: Getting past your goals for a fresh startI’ve said it before, but where the heck did the year go? Are you also standing at the end of this year, wondering what you accomplished? This episode of Office Talk is particularly vulnerable for me because I’m sharing what this less-than-perfect year has brought me. I’m pretty goal-oriented but this year tells a different story. I’m reviewing my year for you and telling you about some of the changes I’ll make in 2019 to feel more at peace with where my business is going. I also share some tricks that I remembered from my past (that...
2018-11-2815 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 090: Why you need to question your questions with John G. MillerIf you find yourself frustrated in your business (or in your life), you may not be asking the right questions. In this episode of Office Talk, I’m chatting with John G. Miller, author of QBQ! The Question Behind the Question (among others). Most of us ask externally-focused questions like, “Why are we going through this shift?” and “Why does this always happen to me?” Really, we should be asking ourselves questions about how we can ask more empowering questions that move us forward and help flip the switch on victim thinking, procrastination and blame. As John say...
2018-11-0730 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 089: How to Scale Your Creative Business with Kristy RiceI met Kristy Rice of Momental Designs at Be Sage Conference in 2017 I found her to be a force of creativity and energy. I’ve been so impressed with how she’s really transformed her creativity into a successful business. Kristy has a unique business because she took her own unique art skills and turned it into a scalable business with multiple revenue streams. She takes us behind the scenes of her business, sharing what her team looks like and how she created her own Silver Platter Moment. If you’re a creative who has reached her limit of time y...
2018-10-3136 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 088: How to Protect Yourself and Your Online ProgramLaunching a group program is a great way to move from a 1-to-1 business model to 1-to-many. In fact, online courses have become a $300 billion industry. It’s huge, and I’m seeing more and more business owners creating courses and other group programs--and just killing it. If making this shift or leap is one of your goals, I encourage you to make it happen. But before you start signing people up for your mastermind, group coaching or course, you have to make sure your ducks are in a row. You have contracts for your 1-to-1 work; it’s just a...
2018-10-1710 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 087: 10 Ways to Uplevel Your BusinessIf you’re like most business owners, you’re looking for ways to grow in the new year. I don’t blame you! It takes planning and thoughtfulness if you want to grow in the right ways. In this episode, I asked 10 business owners this question: What’s the best piece of advice you’d give someone looking to elevate their businesses in the new year? As a result, I got 10 different answers-- all of which I think are pure gold. Take a listen and pull out the ideas that work for you and your business. And then head over to In...
2018-10-0309 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 086: How To Use Systems To Gain Back Time and Make Room For Creativity with Chelsea B. FosterSystems are a hot topic this time of year, as people look at their goals and wonder how in the heck they’re ever going to meet them. In this episode, I welcomed Chelsea Foster to the podcast to tell you that it is, in fact, possible. But first, you need to pull yourself out of the day-in, day-out mundane to figure out how to streamline, automate and delegate in your business. Chelsea dives into how to audit what you’re doing now to help you finish off the year on a high note (so you’re feeling less stress...
2018-09-2631 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 085: 3 Strategies for Hitting Your Year-End GoalsIt’s the most wonderful time of the year...Back to school time! But it’s also a busy time because I think we have our heads in 2019 already. We start thinking about what’s coming up next year and how the heck we’re going to meet our year-end goals to finish off this year right. If you’re trying to negotiate your goals because you don’t want to do the work or you feel like your goals aren’t reachable, I want you to shift your mindset. There are three big (but simple) things I do to help reach...
2018-09-1914 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 084: A Look at the State of the Wedding IndustryKeeping your finger on the pulse of what’s happening in your industry is so important if you want to serve your audience well. Personally, because I work with a lot of wedding and events industry professionals, I’m always trying to keep up with what’s going on so I can better understand and serve my clients. In this episode, I’m diving into this year's Wedding Wire report which provides a snapshot of the current state of the wedding industry. I’m highlighting some really interesting statistics and what they might mean to you and your busines...
2018-09-1221 min
Burnout-Proof Your Biz Podcast009 - Advice From Your Legal BFF™: How to Protect and Simplify Your Biz with Annette StepanianAnnette Stepanian, Your Legal BFF, is THE lawyer for creatives and the only person I turn to for all my legal needs for my business. Her contract templates are a great way to make sure you are protecting your booty without breaking the bank. In this episode we discuss a ton of topics, including using systems to help you with your contracts, why using a template for your contracts is so valuable, and how she’s using different systems and workflows in her own business to help her both be productive and have a comfortable work/life balance. Grab your cont...
2018-09-1147 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 083: 3 Business Investments for a More Profitable YearWho doesn’t want more profit in their business? (I see you over there raising your hand). We’ve all heard the saying, “You have to spend money to make money.” No matter what industry you’re in, it’s pretty darn true. You need to be willing to invest in your business if you want your business to grow. It’s not always easy, or comfortable. But luckily it doesn’t always have to be expensive. In fact, there are a lot of investments you can make for your business that don’t cost an...
2018-09-0517 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 082: How To Fix The 5 Biggest Mistakes In Your Wedding Planning BizWhat isn’t working in your wedding planning business? Sometimes you’re too close and emotionally attached to it to know exactly where you should make changes. But something might just feel “off” to you. One thing that trips up most newer business owners, no matter the industry, is that they treat their business like a passion project or hobby. If you got into business because you have a passion for the process or your clients, you may be overlooking some of the common mistakes you’re making. Don’t learn the hard lessons the hard way. I don’t want...
2018-08-2920 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 081: 3 Things to Ask Yourself if You’re Feeling Burned OutWhere did the summer go? (Where did the year go!?) If you’ve been pushing, pushing, pushing to meet those year-end goals, you might be feeling burned out right now. Things start to get messy when you’re constantly in hustle mode and that’s not good for you, your business, your clients or your life. If you know me at all, you know how important tidiness is to me--both in my business and at home. I did an episode (ep.72) about spring cleaning your business, but the idea has stuck with me. I’ve been feeling a little...
2018-08-2217 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 080: Maghon Taylor: How She Made Her Handwriting Her MessageIf you’ve ever thought of turning your passion into your full-time job, then you’re going to love this episode with Maghon Taylor! Maghon is the “she” behind All She Wrote Notes - the business she’s built around teaching her hand-lettering skills to other aspiring artists. As you’ll hear, Maghon launched her business on her iPhone one night after work! Since then she’s grown her business to include fun products, as well as in-person (and soon to-be online) hand-lettering classes. If you’ve ever wanted to take your skills and your personality and turn them into a b...
2018-06-2041 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp.078: Bonnie Christine Forkner: How to Get Paid to be Creative by Licensing Your ArtworkHave you ever wanted to get paid to be creative? In this episode of the Office Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Bonnie Christine Forkner - an artist, a fabric designer and a teacher who has made a living creating her art and she’s sharing her story of how she got there with you! You’ll hear Bonnie’s evolution about how she went from working in her mom’s fabric shop to making an amazing living licensing her products, teaching her secrets, and building a beautiful community of other designers who are interested in surface pattern de...
2018-06-0645 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 077: What I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Wedding Planning Business with Leah Weinberg and Debbie OrwatIn this episode, I’m shaking things up a bit and have not just one, but two guests! Leah Weinberg, the founder of Color Pop Events is an event and wedding planner based in New York City and Debbie Orwat is a former planner and venue owner, and currently runs Planner’s Lounge - an online resource for wedding and event planners. I asked them on to show to take a walk down memory lane with me about how they each got started and what obstacles they faced in doing so. As you’ll hear, both ladies have a...
2018-05-3050 min
The Six Figure Photography Podcast With Ben HartleySFPP 71: How To Protect Yourself Legally With Annette StepanianJoining me on the show today is Annette Stepanian!
Annette is an attorney and business strategist who equips other creative professionals and small business owners with the legal + business knowledge needed to confidently start and grow their businesses.
After 5 years of practicing litigation at a national law firm in San Francisco, she took a leap of faith and started her own creative business. Today, through one-on-one services, contract templates, online training and her Office Talk podcast, Annette strives to make the law practical, approachable, and dare I say it – even a little fun.
In thi...
2018-05-2546 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 076: Alisha Johns: Building a Brand with Smart (and Colorful) ContentIn this episode I’m talking to one of my favorite people that I have come across since starting my business, Alisha Johns of Lish Creative. If you’ve ever checked out my website or the cover art for this podcast, most of those pictures have been taken by Alisha. Lish Creative is a content agency for vibrant beauty and lifestyle brands, and since founding the company, Alisha has worked with some amazing brands including Benefit Cosmetics, Delta, Dunkin’ Donuts, and many more If you’re a photographer and looking for advice on getting your business...
2018-05-2343 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 075: Jill Stanton: Behind the Scenes of Screw the 9 to 5In this real girl-to-girl conversation, I’m speaking with Jill Stanton, one-half of the Screw The 9 to 5 community - which helps new and existing entrepreneurs solve problems related to life and business through actionable insights and simple “how to’s.” Jill is sharing what it’s taken them to get their business to where it is today and how she sees the online marketing space shifting. She reveals what it’s been like being a new mother and how it has affected their life and business. I think you’re really going to appreciate how honest and forthcoming Ji...
2018-05-1643 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 074: GDPR for Your Small BusinessYou may have been hearing the term “GDPR” a lot over the past few months and wondering what exactly is this talk all about? In this episode, my goal is to break down GDPR - to give you some basic background context to what this law is all about, why it’s important to understand, and what it means for your small business. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This content is for your educational and informational purposes only and should not take the pla...
2018-05-0926 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 073: How to Start and Operate a Venue Business with Lindsay LucasIn this episode, I’m joined by Lindsay Lucas of Lean on Me Consultants for a bit of a niche topic, but it’s a trend I’m seeing in the events industry - starting and operating a venue business. Lindsay consults with folks to help build strong foundation for their venue businesses and teaches them how to run their businesses efficiently, profitably and most importantly, sustainably. She’s sharing some of that insight with us in this episode. Even if opening an event venue is not a part of your future business plans, still give thi...
2018-05-0232 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 072: Spring Cleaning Your Life and Business: 3 Questions to Help Get Rid of the Clutter and Make Room for MagicIn this week’s episode, I’m talking about two of my favorite things: spring cleaning and your business. As we approach the spring season, that usually brings on an urge to do some spring cleaning around the house. But we can take that same approach and spring clean our business too! I’m sharing the three questions that you can ask yourself to free up space in your life and business in order to invite the magic to happen. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclai...
2018-04-0614 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 071: What is a patent and do I need one? (with Karima Gulick)Do you have the next blockbuster idea? Are you itching to get your products in front of the likes of Mr. Wonderful and Mark Cuban on Shark Tank? Well, I can’t tell you how to get on the show, but I can tell you that if you have a product, invention, method, or something that you think is a pretty unique idea and you pitch it to the sharks - they almost always ask if the contestant has applied for a patent. The topic of patents can be super confusing so in thi...
2018-03-1436 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 070: Chit-Chat with Annette & Kinsey - February Round UpIn this week’s episode, we’re shaking things up a little bit! It’s a new flavor of episodes that I’m bringing you and it’s with my friend and fellow podcast host, Kinsey Roberts. If you don’t know Kinsey, she’s the wonderfully charming host of She Creates Business, A Podcast for Wedding Pros. Over the last few years, we’ve developed a friendship and the last time we chatted we realized that we needed to share our conversations with you. We suspect that so many of you can relate to some of the struggles an...
2018-02-2838 min
Work Your Wealth PodcastWhat’s Law Got to Do With It with Annette StepanianThis week I sat down with attorney and business strategist, Annette Stepanian. Annette Stepanian is an attorney and business strategist who equips other creative professionals and small business owners with the legal and business knowledge needed to confidently start and grow their businesses. After practicing litigation at a national law firm in San Francisco for over five years, she took a leap of faith and started her own creative business. That experience lead her to what she does today. Combining her passion for law and small business, Annette seeks to make the law practical, approachable, and dare...
2018-02-2637 min
The Gen Y Lawyer PodcastHow taking a break from the law can help your creativity with Annette StepanianAnnette Stepanian is an attorney and business strategist who equips other creative professionals and small business owners with the legal and business knowledge needed to confidently start and grow their businesses. After practicing litigation at a national law firm in San Francisco for over five years, she took a leap of faith and started her own creative business. Today, through one-on-one services, contract templates, trainings and her Office Talk podcast, Annette strives to make the law practical, approachable, and dare we say it – even a little fun. Learn more at www.annettestepanian.com. What You’ll Learn in this Epis...
2018-02-2635 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 069: Legal Quickie: The Most Common Questions from Photographers - AnsweredIf you’ve been listening to the podcast over the last few weeks, you’ll have noticed that I’ve been answering the most common questions I get from professionals in a number of different industries. In this week’s episode, I’m sharing your FAQs from photographers. Regardless of what industry you’re in, don’t skip over these episodes. They all include legal nuggets that you might find helpful with your business. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This content is for yo...
2018-02-2118 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 068: Legal Quickie: The Most Common Questions from Graphic, Web, and Print Designers - AnsweredIn this week’s episode, we’re diving into the most common questions I get from designers. So if you’re a graphic designer, a web designer, a print designer -- you’re going to want to have a listen. And if you’re not, listen up anyway! There might be a nugget in there for you! To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This content is for your educational and informational purposes only and should not take the place of hiring an attorney...
2018-02-0716 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 067: Legal Quickie: The Most Common Questions from Event and Wedding Pros - AnsweredTo learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This content is for your educational and informational purposes only and should not take the place of hiring an attorney. It does not create an Attorney-Client relationship between you and Annette Stepanian. Neither receipt of information presented nor any email or other electronic communication submitted or received will create an attorney-client relationship with Annette Stepanian. Any information that you provide by reason of your use of this content is not privileged or confidential. The law varies from state to s...
2018-01-1918 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 066: Legal Quickie: What you need to know before you hire your first employee with Jennifer WiegleyI’m really excited about today’s Office Talk interview because we’re diving into a topic that I get so many questions about! I’m joined by fellow lawyer, Jenny Wiegley as we walk through what you need to do when you’re ready to hire your very first employee. Based here in California, Jenny has specialized in employment law for her entire career, and in this episode, she’s sharing her checklist of what you need to know when you’re ready to hire. As you’ll hear us mention many times in the interview, t...
2018-01-1751 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 65: What's coming your way in 2018 + how to handle contract revision requests from potential clientsHAPPY NEW YEAR! To kick off the new year, in this brand new episode I’m sharing what’s coming your way in 2018 with this podcast, webinars, and events. I’m also sharing my thoughts on how to handle when a potential client comes to you requesting changes to your contract. I’m super pumped about this new year and I can’t wait to make this our best year yet - together! To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This conte...
2018-01-1218 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 064: Katie Doherty and Phil Van Nostrand: Diversifying Their Revenue Streams to Live Their Best LifeOn today's episode I'm speaking with Katie Doherty and Phil Van Nostrand of La Rousse Shoppe, a company that sells beautiful glass photo boxes. You're going to hear how the two of them took their background as long-time photographers to develop a business that, in about two years, is generating over $200,000 in sales annually. All this while taking up very little of their time. In fact, you'll be surprised to hear how many hours a week each of them are actively working on this business.... Whether or not you strive for similar results, our conversation will provide...
2017-12-0634 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 063: Myrna Daramy: The ABCs of SEOYou may have heard that Google is making changes (in fact, they’re making changes all the time), but there are some big ones coming to their algorithm as it relates to searchability and search results. As we head into the new year, I want to make sure that you have all of the information and the best tips on how to stay ahead of these changes. Cause who doesn’t love some free website traffic? In this week’s episode I’m talking to digital strategist and SEO expert Myrna Daramy, all about the ABCs of...
2017-11-2236 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 062: Tonya Dalton: Designing a Productive and Fulfilling Life One Day at a TimeIf you’ve ever thought to yourself: “I have so much to do and not enough time to do it,” then I think you’re really going to love this episode of the Office Talk podcast! Tonya Dalton, the owner of Inkwell Press and I are geeking out over how we can better structure our days, our to-do lists, and our lives so that we reduce the overwhelm and up the joy in our lives. And spoiler alert - it doesn’t involve a to-do list! To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annett...
2017-11-0842 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 061: Michelle Loretta: How Get the Most Out of Attending ConferencesIf you’ve ever thought about attending a live event or conference, it can get quite overwhelming trying to decide amongst the many events taking place. And given the costs involved for things like tickets, flights and hotels - not to mention the time away from work and family - it can be quite a financial investment. So how can you ensure that you’re getting the best return on your hard-earned dollars when deciding which conference to attend? In this episode, Michelle Loretta, the organizer of the Be Sage conference, and I are sharing our...
2017-10-2535 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 060: Legal Quickie: What Your Contracts Says About YouAs a business owner, we often spend a lot of time thinking about how to brand our businesses. We think through the details of our website, We fuss over our logos, We take a million pictures before we get that perfect Instagram shot… Yet one piece of brand collateral that often doesn’t get thought of that way - are your contracts. (Yes, I said contracts.) You see, beyond just having the right terms and conditions, there’s another element at play with your contract. One that can he...
2017-10-1811 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 059: Brady Hahn: How to Create Content that Creates Connection It's been said that we all have a story, but do you know how to tell yours? How could effectively telling your own story help you better connect with your audience? Your clients? Your customers? Someone who knows all about the value of storytelling when building a brand and business is Brady Hahn, founder of Insight Collective and my guest for this week’s episode of the Office Talk podcast. She helps entrepreneurs tap into their true leadership potential by focusing on bringing people together through storytelling. This episode is jammed packe...
2017-10-1139 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 058: Legal Quickie: Should my client proposals be separate from my client contracts?When you get an inquiry from a potential client, you probably send over a proposal or quote that outlines the basic terms of your services, but when the customer accepts and wants to proceed, then what do you do? Are they supposed to sign the proposal? A separate contract? Or should the contract terms be part of the proposal? In this episode, I’m sharing three different solutions for this often-asked question: Should my client proposals be separate from my client contracts? To learn more and get the show no...
2017-10-0408 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 057: Katie Hunt: Why Hiring Is Not One Size Fits All There's a saying that goes something like: If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together... As an entrepreneur growing your business, there will inevitably come a time when you're going to need a little help. It can be tricky though as you try to decide what type of help to hire out. In this episode of the Office Talk podcast, I’m talking to Katie Hunt, the founder of Tradeshow Bootcamp and the host of the Proof to Product podcast. Katie helps entrepreneurs crea...
2017-09-2739 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 056: Legal Quickie: What’s the difference between copyrights and trademarks?The last few weeks it seems like everyone is coming out of the woodworks asking me about copyrights + trademarks. And one thing is super clear to me - there’s a whole LAWta’ {
2017-09-2015 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 055: Mel Abraham: Designing a Business + Life on Your TermsIf you’re an entrepreneur, there’s a lot to know when it comes to everything you need to do to run a successful business. Lucky for you, our guest today has spent the last three decades figuring out how to build successful businesses, but more importantly, a business based on the values that are most important to you. Mel Abraham helps entrepreneurs bring their businesses to the world and build the lifestyle that they want. He has built, bought and sold numerous multimillion-dollar businesses for himself as well as his clients. As the author of th...
2017-09-1344 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 054: Let's Get Down to Business: The Top Business Lessons I've Learned from this PodcastHAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY TO THE OFFICE TALK PODCAST! This podcast has been a passion project for me and I'm beyond thrilled that we've made it a full year together. I've got some exciting things planned for the podcast in the next year that I think you’re going to love. In this new episode, I thought it would be fun to take a look back on some of the lessons I’ve learned this past year about myself and my business. Some were inspired by conversations I’ve had with guests on this show, and others...
2017-09-0615 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 053: Heather Crabtree: How to be a Savvy Business OwnerWhen I first started the podcast, one of the reasons I wanted to interview others in business was to learn how they were designing a business and life on their terms. After all, it was only a few years ago that I took the leap to leave a cushy and secure job to begin journey of redesigning my own life in a way that worked for me. In this episode of Office Talk, I’m talking to Heather Crabtree, founder of the Savvy Community about her own journey from law, to running her own event planning business, to...
2017-08-3046 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 052: Anne Samoilov; How to Create an Engaging Launch That’s Both Successful and SimpleAre you gearing up to launch a new product or service? Anne Samoilov, creator of Fearless Launching, shared so many amazing tips for a successful (and yet simple!) launch in this episode of Office Talk. In fact, even if you have no plans to launch anything right now, you still have to give this interview a listen. Anne’s tips are spot-on for any business owner to improve their ability to make decisions, plan, and execute effectively—in any area of their business, not just when it comes to launch time. It’s like we’re always launching...
2017-08-2349 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 051: Shanna Skidmore: Finance Tips for Creative EntrepreneursIn this episode of Office Talk, I got a chance to chat with Shanna Skidmore, a business strategist and financial coach for creative entrepreneurs. I could definitely relate to Shanna, whose primary business goal is to simplify the seemingly daunting task of finance for her clients and set them up with the basic financial knowledge they need to take their businesses to the next level. For most creatives, finance and law can appear so overwhelming, but as Shanna shares with us, there are very few things you need to know, and once you know them, you’ll find it’s re...
2017-08-1648 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 050: Legal Quickie: What Contracts Do I Need for My BusinessOne of the first investments you need to make when you’re running a business is a solid set of contracts. But which ones do you need and why? In this episode, I’m sharing with you the four essential contracts that business owners should have when running a business. I’ll explain what they are and why they matter. Do you have all of them? Listen to the episode to find out if you’ve got your booty covered! To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/podcast/26 Discla...
2017-08-0912 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 049: Creating Multiple Revenue Streams with Eliana BaucicaultDo you constantly daydream of new business ideas? You want to start a million projects, but you have a hard enough time getting to all those tasks already staring back at you on your to-list? If anyone can give us insight on juggling multiple projects, it’s Eliana Baucicault of ellyB Events. In this episode of the Office Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Eliana about how she uses collaboration, delegation and the knowledge of her strengths and shortcomings to grow her business and her team. Eliana not only runs a busy event planning firm, but she also...
2017-08-0233 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 048: 5 Things You Should Know Before Launching an Affiliate ProgramIf you operate a business with any types of programs, products, courses and other offerings, you may have considered running some sort of affiliate program to recruit others to help share the news. But before you starting recruiting affiliates, there are a few things to consider before paying referrals to affiliates in exchange for sales those people bring you. In this episode of the Office Talk podcast, I’ll walk you through a few of the best practices to consider when implementing an affiliate program for your business. To learn more and g...
2017-07-2614 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 047: How to Monetize Your Content with Bruno Bornsztein of CurblyIf you’re a blogger, or content creator in the online space, at some point you’ve probably thought about how to monetize your content. You might be thinking of getting sponsors or finding advertisers to get those Benjamins rolling in while while you focus on creating epic blog posts and content. Or maybe you’ve wondered: “Should I focus on building a large following?” “Or forget the numbers and make reader engagement my number one priority?” “When is the right time to approach a sponsor?” In this episode, my guest is going...
2017-07-1939 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 046: Legal Quickie: Can I Use Photographs of My Client's Wedding to Promote my Wedding Planning Business?On this episode of Office Talk, I’m answering a question I receive quite a lot when I speak to event and wedding planners. You see, since event planners are often busy executing and designing the event, there isn’t something tangible left for them to include in their portfolio. That’s why they rely on photographs to help showcase their work and promote their business and services to others. So the question becomes…. Is there a way for wedding and event planners to legally require clients to contractually agree to provide them with acce...
2017-07-1210 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 045: Uplevel Your Brand and Website with Irene HardyDo you have total website shame? Do you feel like your website or your brand is missing a little somethin’ somethin’? Don’t worry, you’re not alone and today’s Office Talk podcast guest, - Irene Hardy, the owner and creative director of Magnoliahouse Creative - is sharing some of her designer secrets to help you uplevel your brand. In this episode, she reveals the crucial things that you need to think about when developing your brand identity. Developing a brand is more than just picking a logo. Ultimately, it’s how you make peop...
2017-07-0539 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 044: Legal Quickie: 5 Things You Need to Know Before You Use Customer Testimonials in Your MarketingWhen you get a glowing review from a customer, don’t you just want to shout it from the rooftops? Of course you do! As a business owner, you may want to use such reviews and testimonials to help promote and market your products and services. It’s no wonder that you’d want to use these testimonials in your marketing. According to one survey: “[Online customer] reviews are very impactful. The vast majority of participants who have seen reviews claimed that that information did impact their buying decisions. This was true of both positive reviews...
2017-06-2812 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 043: Nagina Abdullah: Recipe for Growing an Online Business (Even While Working Full-Time)As you’ve and heard (or know from experience!) getting healthy and in shape can be a tough thing to do. How can someone go about doing this while juggling family, a full-time job and launching an online business at the same time? Our guest in this episode of the Office Talk podcast, knows all about the struggles that a working mother can face when it comes to balancing life, business, and her health. Nagina Abdullah joins us to share her own journey in a demanding role as a marketing consulting, which required frequent travel, and how sh...
2017-06-2138 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 042: 4 Essential Things the FTC Wants You to Know Before Endorsing a Company’s ProductsAre you a blogger who receives free products or payment in exchange to share a review about that product on let’s say your Instagram account or your blog? Or maybe you’re an online business owner and you participate in affiliate programs where you promote another company’s products and in exchange you receive a commission for each sale that you refer. If you’re getting paid to create content promoting another company’s products or services, then today’s Office Talk podcast episode is for you. In it, I’m sharing four things the...
2017-06-1410 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 041: Meghan Ely: How To Use PR to Grow Your Audience (and Your Business)Want to get people talking about your business? Have you considered PR as part of your business strategy? If you’re anything like me, trying to get some good PR can sound a bit overwhelming. We’re so busy doing #allthethings that we really can’t handle pitching our story to media outlets on top of all the marketing we’re already doing to grow our audience. And even if we could find the time, who even knows where to start? Meghan Ely does, thankfully. Meghan, owner of OFD Consulting, very generously shared her PR expertis...
2017-06-0735 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 040: Legal Quickie: 3 Easy Fixes to Double Check Before You Send or Sign a ContractWhen was the last time you took a red pen to your contracts to spot formatting mistakes? Ummmmm….. probably never. Well, believe it or not, minor errors in formatting can make a BIG impact on the way your contracts are interpreted. In this Legal Quickie episode, I’m sharing three common formatting mistakes you’re probably making with your contracts. The good news is they are super easy to fix. So grab a copy of your contract (or if you don’t have one, check out the templates offered on the website), get your red pen, and have a l...
2017-05-3111 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 039: Sarah Grear: How the Right Copy Can Get You SalesWith all the different things we have to think of and the tasks we have to juggle as entrepreneurs, it’s easy to classify copy as “less important” or “low priority.” Why are the words you use on your website, in your emails, and on your social media so important to your business? In this episode of the Office Talk podcast, copywriter Sarah Grear shares explains how your copy can translate to actual sales and affect your bottom line. If that doesn’t catch your interest, I don’t know what will! Sarah shares her top tips on how to tell...
2017-05-2434 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 038: Legal Quickie: How to Draft Contracts When Providing Multiple Services or Packages to Your ClientsTo learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This content is for your educational and informational purposes only and should not take the place of hiring an attorney. It does not create an Attorney-Client relationship between you and Annette Stepanian. Neither receipt of information presented nor any email or other electronic communication submitted or received will create an attorney-client relationship with Annette Stepanian. Any information that you provide by reason of your use of this content is not privileged or confidential. The law varies from state to stat...
2017-05-1710 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 037: Anne Samoilov; How to Create an Engaging Launch That’s Both Successful and SimpleAre you gearing up to launch a new product or service? Anne Samoilov, creator of Fearless Launching, shared so many amazing tips for a successful (and yet simple!) launch in this episode of Office Talk. In fact, even if you have no plans to launch anything right now, you still have to give this interview a listen. Anne’s tips are spot-on for any business owner to improve their ability to make decisions, plan, and execute effectively—in any area of their business, not just when it comes to launch time. It’s like we’re always launching...
2017-05-1048 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 036: Legal Quickie: Three things that are holding you back in businessI was curious to know what you guys are struggling with in your business. So I recently got on the phone (yeah - the actual phone… remember that?) and spoke to dozens of folks to find out the answer to this question. In this week’s podcast episode, I’m having a heart-to-heart with you and sharing some of my observations from those conversations including the three things that are holding us back in business. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This con...
2017-05-0312 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 034: Legal Quickie: Things to Know When You Work with a Lawyer: From Fees, Questions to Ask, Finding One Who Gets You, and Figuring Out How to Prioritize Your Legal NeedsI’ve heard it all. Lawyers are intimidating. They’re so unrelatable. They don’t understand me or my business. And they’re so darn expensive. These are the common complaints I hear from folks about working with a lawyer. And let’s not forget all the bad lawyer jokes too…. Well, I’m spilling the beans. In this episode, I’m sharing what you need to know before you hire a lawyer - things like fee structures, costs, questions you need to ask - as well as breaking down...
2017-04-1920 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 032: Legal Quickie: What kind of business insurance do I need (with Nicole Luby)Do your eyes glaze over when you read about insurance policies? Of course they do! I haven’t met anyone for whom that’s not the case. Even Nikki Luby, who works in commercial insurance at Excelsure, admits that insurance isn’t the most interesting of subjects. It’s more a necessary evil. In this legal quickie episode, Nikki breaks down the basics of insurance and what you really need to help you cover your booty—without putting you to sleep with all the insurance jargon! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The two main insur...
2017-04-0536 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 028: Legal Quickie: What bloggers, social media influencers + content creators need to know about the law with Ellie AltshulerAre you a social media influencer? A YouTube rockstar? Are you making waves on Instagram? Do you want to turn that digital content you’re creating into profits? Then you’ll want to listen to this episode with Ellie Altshuler, an entertainment and fashion attorney. In this Legal (not-so) Quickie episode, Ellie and I talk about our best tips for legally protecting your brand. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/podcast/28 Disclaim...
2017-03-0844 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 026: Legal Quickie: What Contracts Do I Need for My BusinessOne of the first investments you need to make when you’re running a business is a solid set of contracts. But which ones do you need and why? In this episode, I’m sharing with you the four essential contracts that business owners should have when running a business. I’ll explain what they are and why they matter. Do you have all of them? Listen to the episode to find out if you’ve got your booty covered! To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/podcast/26 Discl...
2017-02-2211 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 024: Legal Quickie: What Do I Need to Know Before I Sell My Online Course?Do you have an online course? Or do you have one brewing in that beautiful brain of yours? As online course creation has become more popular over the years, I’ve been getting more and more questions from clients about what they need to be doing to protect their course content and your business. (Yup - even having an online course has legal implications.) In this Legal quickie episode, I’m breaking down some of the legal stuff you ought to be thinking about before you hit “publish”on your online course. Find complete show notes at: www.annett...
2017-02-0806 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 022: Legal Quickie: Can I Have Multiple Companies Under One LLC?You’re a multi-passionate entrepreneur - which means that you’re always coming up with the next great business idea. So if you’ve been looking for a way to form a formal legal entity to house all those ideas, you might be wondering “Can I have multiple companies under one LLC?” I’m answering this listener question in this week’s episode. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk Disclaimer: This content is for your educational an...
2017-01-2505 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 021: Heather Crabtree: How to be a Savvy Business OwnerWhen I first started the podcast, one of the reasons I wanted to interview others in business was to learn how they were designing a business and life on their terms. After all, it was only a few years ago that I took the leap to leave a cushy and secure job to begin a journey of redesigning my own life in a way that worked for me. In this episode of Office Talk, I’m talking to Heather Crabtree, founder of the Savvy Community about her own journey from law, to running her own even...
2017-01-1849 min
She Creates Business | A Podcast for Wedding Pros32: Annette Stepanian, The Five Contracts You Need in Your BusinessFULL SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES Today on the show I'm thrilled to welcome Annette Stepanian. Annette is an attorney for creative entrepreneurs who uses her legal background to provide services, contract templates, free education and so much more to wedding pros and beyond. Our conversation today is all about The 5 Contracts You Need in Your Wedding Business. A few of them may surprise you! We work in a people-centric business and although, in general, everyone is amazing it is always a good idea to have certain documents signed and in place to help to help protect ev...
2017-01-1756 minShe Creates Business | A Podcast for Wedding Pros32: Annette Stepanian, The Five Contracts You Need in Your BusinessFULL SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES Today on the show I'm thrilled to welcome Annette Stepanian. Annette is an attorney for creative entrepreneurs who uses her legal background to provide services, contract templates, free education and so much more to wedding pros and beyond. Our conversation today is all about The 5 Contracts You Need in Your Wedding Business. A few of them may surprise you! We work in a people-centric business and although, in general, everyone is amazing it is always a good idea to have certain documents signed and in place to help to help protect ev...
2017-01-1756 min
Bosses & BoozeBB 004: Red Wine with Annette Stepanian<p>Join Meghan Maydel as she sips on Biltmore white wine and chats with Annette Stepanian who poured herself a GIANT glass of red wine. Seriously, the glass was the size of her head. While we’re on the topic, first things first. Meghan would love you for forever if you would leave a review (which you can […]</p>
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2017-01-1300 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 020: Legal Quickie: All About Hiring with Lonnie Giamela, Esq.Now that you’re running your own business, from time to time you may decide to bring on additional help. Or maybe you’re ready to hire someone to assist you right from the outset. The laws surrounding hiring can get quite complicated, to say the least. In this Legal (not-so) Quickie episode, I’m sitting down with Lonnie GIamela, a partner at the labor and employment law firm of Fisher & Phillips and we’re diving into the most common questions that come up when you’re ready to hire. Even if you’re not planni...
2017-01-1141 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 017: Legal Quickie: Do I Need to File for a Trademark?Ever wondered - do I really need to file a trademark? And at what point in my business should I consider registering my mark with the US Patent and Trademark Office? In this Legal Quickie episode of Office Talk, I’m sharing with you not only what a trademark is, but when you should be thinking about protecting your marks by registering it with the US Patent and Trademark Office. Have a listen - it’ll take less than six minutes - promise! To learn more visit: www.annettestepanian.com/podcast/17 Disclaimer: Th...
2016-12-1406 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 015: Legal Quickie: How Do I Get a Client to Pay Me?You've done all this work for a client and now you find yourself chasing down your client for payment. If you worry about ever finding yourself in this situation, then listen to this episode. Here's what you'll learn: What to do after you client fails to pay you The differences between litigation (including small claims court), mediation, arbitration and the pros/cons of each The questions to ask yourself before you draft a dispute resolution clause in your contract To learn more, visit the show notes at www.annettestepanian.com/podcast/15 Disclaimer: This conten...
2016-11-3011 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 003: Legal Quickie - Do I Really Need All That Legal Mumbo Jumbo at the End of My ContractIf you've ever wondered - "Do I really need all that legal jumbo at the end of a contract?" then listen to this episode to find out the answer. To learn more visit - www.annettestepanian.com/podcast Disclaimer: This content is for your educational and informational purposes only and should not take the place of hiring an attorney. It does not create an Attorney-Client relationship between you and Annette Stepanian. Neither receipt of information presented nor any email or other electronic communication submitted or received will create an attorney-client relationship with Annette S...
2016-09-0708 min
Office Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 000: About the Show and Your Host Annette StepanianI'm beyond thrilled to officially (and finally) unveil the OFFICE TALK podcast. This has been something I've been thinking about doing for over a year and a half now. I finally decided "What am I waiting for? The time is now." Can we say #paralysisbyanalysis? SO WHAT'S THE PODCAST ALL ABOUT? The podcast won't be all about the law - I know how much you were looking forward to that {wink}. Rather, I'll be sharing the stories of some game-changing entrepreneurs who are designing a business and life on their terms. My journey as an en...
2016-09-0306 min