Episode 057: How I have seen creatives form their biz
On this episode, I share the 4 primary ways I see creatives legally form their businesses and the potential pitfalls with each.
1. They just don't (probably the work option)
2. They DIY - and likely miss some steps
3. They go with something like Legal Zoom - where they miss steps and may overpay
4. They hire a pro and hopefully get everything they need
I created my signature program, Unf*ck Your Biz, because of these patterns that I noticed. Check the episode to learn more.
Episode 054: Biz License Basics
On this episode, I answer the question “As a solo esthetician I am in need of a business license, resellers permit and advice on how I should file my taxes!”
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Episode 052: Student Spotlight with Karen Escobar
On this episode, I chat with Karen Escobar, owner of Golden Coast Marketing about her process through the UFYB course fully setting up her business for success.
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Episode 044: Student Spotlight with Sara Saunders
On this episode, I chat with Sara Saunders, owner of SaraNoSocks LLC about her journey forming her LLC and implementing tax and legal systems in her brand new business.
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Episode 043: What to outsource when
On this episode, I discuss how to know when it's time to outsource the legal and tax stuff in your business.
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Episode 015: Legal Drama 2 – Trademark Battles in the Beauty Industry
On this episode, Amanda and I chat about Black Moon Cosmetics’ lawsuit against Jeffree Star and Manny MUA.
For a good synopsis of this scalding hot legal tea, check out this bitchin article.
You can also read the full complaint here.
Episode Transcript
Braden: (00:00)
Hello and welcome to episode 15 of the unfuck your best podcast. I am your host Braeden and today I am joined by my good friend Amanda. If you did not already listen, go back and check out episode three of the podcasts where we do a little bit of an intro, talk about the differences between different areas of law and kind of segue into this episode. Before we do get started, I want to let all of you know that tomorrow, Friday the 22nd will be my last a master class on all of the small business legal shit that you need to know. So hop over to the website unfuck your biz.com if you want to get registered for that. So let's just dig in. Hi Amanda. How's it going? Hi, it's good. Awesome. So we're going to talk a...
Episode 013: Business Insurance 101
On this episode, I discuss the importance of small business insurance and how to get started protecting yourself and your business.
Here’s the super short summary.
Most policies will include general liability which covers physical injuries.
If you want to cover mistakes & issues, you’ll want to look into errors & omissions coverage.
Make sure to find an agent with whom you have a good rapport who is also familiar with your industry.
I also noted that insurance is one of the layers of legal protection for your biz. For a deeper dive into the layers of protection, checkout episode 006.
Episode Transcript
Braden: (00:01)
Hello and welcome to episode 13 of the unpack your best podcast. My name is Braden, your host and welcome to the show. Super excited. Today I'm going to break down just some one Oh one super introductory information on business insurance caveat before we get started. I am not an expert when it comes to business insurance. I am not an insurance...
Episode 010: Stop Paying for Bullshit
On this episode, I discuss what is a waste of money when it comes to legal needs for your business and where it’s ok to DIY.
Check out the free EIN video tutorial here.
Episode Transcript
Braden: (00:01)
Hello and welcome to episode 10 of the unfuck your business podcast. I'm your host Braden. Super excited to have you here. This is going to be a relatively short episode titled stop paying for bullshit and we are going to help walk through some expenditures I've seen small business owners make that are totally unnecessary. That's probably the best way for me to put it, but before we dive in, I just want to remind you all that I have a few small business legal masterclasses coming up on November 20th and November 22nd that's a Wednesday and a Friday. We're going to talk about the layers of legal protection for your business, how to get started with LLCs, whether you really need one. I had a form it and the different licenses you need and then we will wrap up with a Q and a....
Episode 008: Q&A 4
On this episode, I discuss the answer to the question: "At what stage does a business need a lawyer on call and what does that cost? Asking for a friend with a lot more money than me (My future self.)"
The short answer: As always, it depends.
Areas where I don’t recommend DIYing at all. Trademarks, partnership stuff, patent, and complex and or high dollar contracts.
Otherwise, time is money. Do you have the time, and do you have the money?
Most attorney bill clients in 10ths of an hour. That means that a lawyer who charges $300 per hour would bill $60 for a 12 minute phone call.
Some attorneys, like myself through my law firm, now offer “outside counsel services.” Basically, they’re your on demand attorney for some monthly rate.
That’s a great option if you need regular legal assistance. Otherwise, having a go to person for guidance is a better alternative.
In my education based business, I actually started offering an alternative to outside counsel....
Episode 006: Q&A 3
On this episode, I chat about the question: “I'm in the process of opening a marketing agency. Can you share the 411 on all things legal that are required?”
The short answer: there’s a handle of things you must do, a handful of things you definitely should do, and a lot of shit that’s for sure a good idea.
On this episode, I do a dive into the 7 Layers of Protection for your biz. Click the button to download the doc with the 7 layers.
If you want more info on each of these layers, the first thing to do is subscribe to the podcast. I mean, I know that sounds like a jokey statement, but for realsies. Each episode will in someway relate to the 7 layers and the Unfuck Your Biz Framework.
The show is planned to give you a comprehensive look into the legal and tax aspects of business.
If you really want to get rolling with some tactical tips to kick some ass, check out the freebies.
Episode Transcript
Braden: (00:01)
Hello and welcome to...
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Braden
Hi friend! I'm Braden, the host of the Unf*ck Your Biz podcast. So excited that you're checking it out.
