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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 and sho...
2020-03-1208 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. 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 you...
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. 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.annettestepanian.com/officetalk
2020-01-2229 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 place of...
2020-01-0842 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
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
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 and sh...
2019-12-1819 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 the...
2019-12-0422 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.com...
2019-11-2732 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 my insights on ho...
2019-11-1309 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 hiring an at...
2019-10-3012 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. 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. 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 how.
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. 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 your favorite nam...
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. 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 the show no...
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. 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 bu...
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. 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 co...
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. 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 wit...
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
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: This content is for...
2019-07-1722 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. 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 I've never talked...
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 J...
2018-11-0730 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 you can...
2018-10-3136 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 as important...
2018-10-1710 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 Instagram and let...
2018-10-0309 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 stressed and more...
2018-09-2631 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 my goals--little tweaks on...
2018-09-1914 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 business if you're also an...
2018-09-1221 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
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 any money at al...
2018-09-0517 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 you...
2018-08-2920 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. 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 p...
2018-05-0926 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. 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 Disclaimer: T...
2018-04-0614 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. 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 your educational and informational pur...
2018-02-2118 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. It does not cre...
2018-02-0716 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. 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, the laws around employment issues can...
2018-01-1751 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 content is for your...
2018-01-1218 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. 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 help yo...
2017-10-1811 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. 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 notes...
2017-10-0408 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. 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. 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. 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. 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 I've learned...
2017-09-0615 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. 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 Disclaimer: Th...
2017-08-0912 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. 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 get...
2017-07-2614 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. 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 access to pro...
2017-07-1210 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 (90%) as well...
2017-06-2812 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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