We get it – in the hustle and bustle of the biz world, those electronic signatures, or an e-signature if you're hip, are total lifesavers. But, are those e-signatures legally rock-solid? Well, we're here to be your go-to guide on making sure your digital autographs hold up like champs.

I know that "How to sign a contract" may seem obvious but contracts are so important to business that it is worth taking time to fully understand. Contracts are essential to make sure you are fairly compensated but they also set the tone for your client relationships. If you're ready to make sure that your hardworking contract actually works for you and is signed correctly, you've come to the right place.

You probably have a sneaking suspicion that contracts are important to your business. But maybe you’ve been crossing your fingers every time you send one out? Or you’ve been using one that you bought from Etsy and you’re just not sure if it really has you covered? Or have you been stung one too many times by a client who doesn’t cooperate? No matter what your history with contracts is, we can get you squared away STAT.

Applying to register your business entity is often very straightforward. Registering can usually be completed in under an hour, depending on how complex your business is and which structure you’ve chosen for your business. For many coaches, creatives, creators, or entrepreneurs, an LLC will be the best fitting entity structure.

If you’re ready to get started, you need to visit your state’s Secretary of State website to learn the specific rules, requirements, guidelines, and fees for where you do business. To help, I’ve collected the relevant Secretary of State website for each state.

Are you an online business over services like coaching, consulting, or design to your clients? If so, you may have tripped across the term “scope of practice” and if you haven’t heard of it, you are going to want to get super familiar, like inside-the-fantasy-suite-on-the-Bachelor-familiar quickly. Fortunately, I’m your legal bestie and can give you the details right now.

Hey there! So you’re starting a business, that’s so exciting! Or maybe you already have one? That’s even better! Bravo!

But before we go too far, did you form a business entity? Like a Sole Proprietorship, an LLC, partnership, or corporation? If you didn’t quite get to that yet. We can get you sorted out STAT.

An EIN, or Employer Identification Number, is like your business's very own fingerprint. Just like we have Social Security Numbers (SSNs), businesses have EINs. It's a unique code that helps the IRS track your business activities, taxes, and other financial info.

Think of your EIN as a key to unlock business opportunities. You'll need it to open a business bank account, hire employees, file taxes, and even apply for business credit. It's a must-have for growing your venture.

Now if we are business friends, I know that you aren’t making these legal mistakes, but if you’re new to the game or just put legal squarely on the back burner, you are going to want to look at this list and make sure you aren’t making any of these super common legal mistakes and putting your brilliant biz at unnecessary risk.

Podcasting is a great equalizer. There are low barriers to entry and everyone has something to say. I love podcasts and listen to at least a few every day while walking my dog or commuting. I am so happy that so many people take the time to share their passions, interests, and knowledge publicly and for free. They are so ubiquitous that it might be surprising to learn that your podcast should absolutely have an LLC.

What?! Why does my podcast need an LLC?

If you’ve been around here long, you know that an LLC is a Limited Liability Company and that it can provide you protection by separating your personal liability from your business’s liability.