Love Your Legals

As the year comes to a close, it’s a good time to pause and reset. Taking a break isn’t always easy when life feels so busy, but stepping back can help you see what matters most. The world will keep spinning—you don’t have to keep up with it every second. 💛 At Love Your Legals, I'm taking a break too. From December 20 to January 8, we’ll be closed to the public. Behind the scenes, though, we’ll still be quietly tying up loose ends and getting ready for an exciting 2025. 🚀 Thank you for your support this year—it means everything! I hope you can also find a moment to slow down and enjoy the people and things you love most. Wishing you a peaceful, happy holiday season. #SmallBusinessLife #SmallBusinessInspo #SmallBusinessLaw #SmallBusinessTips #BrisbaneBusiness #BrisbaneSmallBusiness #BrisbaneWomenInBusiness #MumsInBusiness #WomenInBusiness

As we wind down—or wind up—to the end of the year, I want to take a moment to give my heartfelt thanks to all of you. ❤️ To my incredible clients: thank you for trusting me with your businesses and legal needs. Watching your ventures grow and thrive has been the highlight of my year. To my small but mighty team: your hard work, dedication, and passion make everything we do possible. You are the backbone of this business, and I’m endlessly grateful for each of you. To my community: your engagement, support, referrals and shared passion for small business success keep me inspired every day. This year has been a journey of challenges and growth, and I couldn’t have done it without you. I hope you end the year strong and step into the next one with renewed energy and purpose. Wishing you all a happy, healthy, and prosperous year ahead. ❤️

Let's be honest, not all client agreements are created equal. A great service agreement doesn't need fancy legal phrases—it needs clarity, compliance, and relevant protetion for both parties. Want yours to stand out and work for you? Here’s the minimum for what it needs: ❤️ Clear language - Avoid legal jargon. Write in plain English so everyone understands their responsibilities. ❤️ Tailored to your country - Legal requirements vary. Your agreement must comply with the laws where your business operates. ❤️ Detailed scope of work - Outline exactly what you’ll deliver, timelines, and expectations to avoid disputes. ❤️ Payment terms - Be specific about amounts, payment methods, and due dates. ❤️ Termination clauses - Include clear rules for ending the agreement, whether it’s early or at completion. ❤️ Liability and dispute resolution - Define who’s responsible for what and how conflicts will be handled. A carefully crafted service agreement is a reflection of your professionalism and commitment to your clients. ️Need help? DM me for advice on your client agreement options.

What not to do - the legal contracts edition ⬇️ One mistake I see often in DIY legal agreements is vague language. Ambiguity often leads to disputes because neither party knows what’s expected. For designers, it's not "revisions as needed" it's "up to three revisions" as a simple example. What deliverables are you promising (or not promising)? Be clear. If you're not sure if you're being clear enough, I highly recommend booking a legal contract review to help you to tidy up these ambigutities. A well-crafted contract ensures clarity, compliance, and confidence in your business. Avoid these pitfalls, and you’ll save time, stress, and money. ❤️

Yes, that's right - free. Free guides and checklists for every small business, every day of the year. Check out the: ❤️ Digital Marketing Contract Checklist ❤️ GDPR Compliance Checklist ❤️ Essential Small Business Legals ❤️ Essential Business Plan Guide ❤️ Website Legals Checklist and Audit ❤️ Business Terms and Conditions Checklist ❤️ Business Collaboration Checklist ❤️ Client Agreement Checklist ❤️ Working with Affiliates Checklist ❤️ Business Legals Masterclass Video These free resources are designed to help you get started on your small business legal journey. Get them here, then send me a DM if the checklist sparks any questions! https://lnkd.in/gdYqn2iM

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Capturing beautiful photos to showcase your products, services, or events is part of building your brand. 📸 But did you know that using photos of people—whether it’s clients, models, or team members—often requires their permission? Here’s why a Model Consent Form is a must-have: ✅ It protects your business legally. ✅ It ensures you have clear permission to use photos for marketing or other purposes. ✅ It fosters trust and professionalism with the people you’re working with. ✅ It establishes what to do if permission is withdrawn in the future. Whether you’re planning a photoshoot, snapping behind-the-scenes shots, or using images from a past event, getting the proper consent is non-negotiable. 💡 Don’t have a form in place? Make it easy on yourself with the Love Your Legals Model Consent Form—a clear, comprehensive document designed to help you protect your business and your relationships. Get it here: https://lnkd.in/gMZmJT-D

Feeling the “end-of-year scaries”? Don’t worry, you’re not alone, and it’s not too late to make progress. Every small step counts—whether it’s wrapping up unfinished projects, setting clear goals for next year, or reflecting on lessons learned. Celebrate how far you’ve come, and focus on what you can do now to keep moving forward. Perhaps it's even recognising that you need a break and actually taking it. The end of the year isn’t the end of your opportunity to achieve your goals—it’s just another chapter. What’s one thing you’ll do today to move your business forward? Drop it in the comments and help another woman in business feel empowered to take on the rest of the year in style. #SmallBusinessTips #EndOfYearGoals #KeepGoing

'Tis the season for chronic cancellations...Unfortunately, the silly season also typically results in missed appointments for many reasons, and I know it's a pet peeve for many of you! This is how I manage missed appointments in my business, of course, supported by my terms and conditions. If you're pulling your hair out because clients regularly miss appointments, you need to make a change. Book a Pick My Brain session (send me a DM for details) and I'll help you with a plan for improving your processes and make recommendations for your sorting out your business terms too.

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