Go Legal Yourself podcast
130 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★ - 5 ratingsJoin the Queen of Business Law, Kelly Bagla, Esq., and learn the "Legal Lifecycle" of your business as she cuts through the confusing legal side of owning and growing a business.
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Ep. 30 Do I Need an Attorney or Can I Do This On My Own?
June 12, 2018 18:05 - 7 minutes - 3.46 MBToday we’re going to be discussing the 10th and final topic of the ten legal issues facing entrepreneurs. If you’re smart enough, you’ll know what you’re good at doing and what you know you're bad at doing. You may not want to take time out of your busy schedule to learn something you’re not good at, right? Sometimes you might perceive a legal problem to be small but in fact, the problem could impact your business in ways that only an attorney can foresee. Get your copy of the Go Legal Y...
Ep. 29 Shelley Murasko: Financial Planning For Your Business
June 05, 2018 19:58 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MBI’m joined today by Shelley Murasko from Wealthspring Financial Planners. Honestly . . . we got a little “geeky” about financial planning today. Listen at the end of the episode for Shelley’s Top 3 Tips of what you need to start thinking about and take action on! Shelley’s unconventional career path from engineer to financial advisor was largely inspired by her working alongside successful, hard-working people who despite terrific careers and the best intentions were missing out on smart f...
Ep. 28 Are Oral Contracts Enforceable?
May 22, 2018 19:30 - 5 minutes - 2.74 MBToday we’re going to be discussing #9 of the ten legal issues facing entrepreneurs, “Are Oral Contracts Enforceable?” Although it’s a common misconception that oral contacts may be enforceable, there are some contracts that are governed by the “statutes of frauds.” Statutes Of Frauds have been adopted by most states and include: agreements to pay another's debts; contracts for over a certain amount of money; contracts that last longer than a party's life. These must be in writing. Please lis...
Ep. 27 Should I Use a Non Disclosure Agreement?
May 15, 2018 21:31 - 4 minutes - 2.27 MBToday we’re going to be discussing the 8th legal issue facing entrepreneurs, “Should I use a non disclosure agreement?” So what is a NDA? What types are there? Here are just two types: Mutual non disclosure agreements One-way non disclosure agreements A well drafted non disclosure agreement will help protect your business while helping you grow to the next level. Get your copy of the Go Legal Yourself eBook FREE when you get the APP from your APP Store. Contact the Queen of Business ...
Ep. 26 What Should I Do If I Get Sued
May 09, 2018 08:00 - 6 minutes - 3.22 MBThis is the 7th in a 10 part series on the ten legal issues facing entrepreneurs. Today we’re discussing “What should I do if I get sued?” This is not a subject most people want to even talk about. But it’s really important and best to prepare for when you get sued, rather then be caught off-guard. You don’t want to end up in court. There are two major downfalls of going to court: It becomes very, very expensive. It becomes public. There are ways you can settle a dispute prior to going t...
Ep. 25 Brian Smith: The Birth of a Brand
May 03, 2018 21:16 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBI’m so pleased to share with you this episode and interview with Brian Smith, Founder of UGG and author of The Birth of a Brand. Brian shares with us his stories, steps, and challenges taken to create the internationally successful brand UGG. The motivation to start, part-time jobs, a lucky break, the first achievement, too small to be big - to big to be small, failure and near disaster, a revelation, and the most valuable lessons learned. “Your most disappointing disappointments, always...
Ep. 24 Am I Probably Protecting My Business Name?
April 24, 2018 21:20 - 4 minutes - 2.07 MBToday we’re going to be discussing the 6th legal issues facing entrepreneurs, “Am I probably protecting my business name?” Many businesses begin by using a company name only to find out that another company has been using that exact same business name. You need to do a “trademark search” on the web. The other search you need to do is a trademark search on USPTO (the United States Patent and Trademark Office). Do both of these searches to insure the business name you want is available. I ...
Ep. 23 How Should I Structure a Partnership Agreement?
April 17, 2018 20:00 - 4 minutes - 2.43 MBThe fifth in our 10 episode podcast series of legal issues facing entrepreneurs is “How should I structure my partnership agreement?” Many new companies fail due to the fact that there never was a well written partnership agreement in place that spelled-out the duties and obligations of each partner and cover all issues the “could” arisen in the future. For example: Do all partners agree that company decisions are to be unanimous or by a majority vote? This is important and you’ll want to s...
Ep. 22 Am I Probably Protecting my Personal Assets?
April 10, 2018 19:30 - 4 minutes - 2.34 MBGet your copy of Go Legal Yourself FREE when you get the APP from your APP Store. To continue our series on the 10 legal issues facing entrepreneurs, today we’re talking about the 4th issue, “Am I probably protecting my personal assets?” It’s always important for you to keep your business assets separate from your “personal” assets, which at least is the one way you can limit your liability. The best way to do this is to maintain a separate business bank account and which it ONLY receive...
Ep. 21 Charles Guerin, CPA: The New Tax Law and What Business Owners Need To Know
April 03, 2018 19:28 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com Today I’m joined in the studio with Charles Guerin, CPA. We learned that with the new tax laws, it’s changed the framework towards how individuals now prepare their tax returns going forward into the new year for 2018. Some of these include: How we take our major deductions on our tax returns, including personal exemptions. The a drop in the marginal tax rates across the board. The child tax credit has increased. Additionally, we talk about how corporations ar...
Ep. 20 How Should I Avoid Problems with Employees
March 27, 2018 20:34 - 6 minutes - 2.91 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com Generally as a employer, you should limit your liability before taking on any new employees. The three “must haves” are: an employee handbook which is given out to all new employees. The handbook should address everything from the company’s sexual harassment policy to the office dress code. You’ll have them read the handbook and sign an acknowledgment form. This handbook should also cover all of the employee’s “rights.” Again, have them read it and acknowledge th...
Ep. 19 What Business Structure Should I Use?
March 20, 2018 21:13 - 4 minutes - 2.24 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com Back in episode 3, I spoke about creating an entity and the pros and cons of each. I go into depth on this issue in my book Go Legal Yourself which you can find on Amazon here. To answer this question, you can ask yourself these 3 questions: Are you interested in having your company go public in the near future, or do you want to remain a private company? Are you planning on taking-on investors or will you be privately funding the company? What type of growth...
Ep. 18 Is My Business Compliant?
March 13, 2018 13:23 - 7 minutes - 3.93 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com Is your business compliant? Is it following corporate law? Corporate compliance effects companies in all types of industries. It’s important to find out what types of records and other types of documents should be generated and maintained by your business. Here are just a few of the factors you should consider: the type of legal entity you are; what state do you do business in? Contact the Queen of Business Law Kelly Bagla, Esq. Go Legal Yourself GoLegalYourse...
Ep. 17 Kasey Ortiz: The Importance of Taxes and Clean Books
March 06, 2018 19:47 - 43 minutes - 20.4 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com Today’s show is exciting - especially for me! Today I have Kasey Ortiz from JES Taxes in the studio and we’re talking about taxes and keeping clean books. Kasey is experienced and a wealth of knowledge on the topics of taxes and the tactics of keeping clean books. We’re also talking about one of my favorite and sexy subjects, Money! Kasey's Business Deductions PDF About Kasey and JES Taxes We are a full service business center. Our office specializes in Milit...
Ep. 16 Do I need Insurance for my business?
February 26, 2018 20:53 - 12 minutes - 5.94 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com From the day you start your business, you’re exposing yourself to risk. Insurance is your second level of defense after protecting your personal assets. There are several types of insurance. We’ll go over them but go back and listen to episode 13 for more details. Also, I recommend sitting down with an independent business broker who can best shop across all companies. Professional Liability Insurance Property Insurance If you have employees, you must have Work...
Ep. 15 What Should be in Your Contract
February 19, 2018 21:05 - 10 minutes - 5.4 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com What should be in your contract? Is a contract and contract? Not really it. An “enforceable contract” needs to include: The name of the parties. The services being offered. The price of the contract. The Method of payment and when you’ll be paid. A “Refund Policy” if that makes sense. Protection for your “intellectual property.” How and those things that will terminate the contract. How and where the disputes will be settled. A “confidentiality clau...
Ep. 14 Three Common Mistakes Made by Business Owners
February 12, 2018 20:19 - 22 minutes - 10.6 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com Get your copy of Go Legal Yourself. Today MOO and I are talking about a very upsetting topic . . . making mistakes. These are the top three mistakes business owners make: Choosing the wrong business structure. Not protecting their goods and services. Not protecting their business relationships, team members, and vendors. Contact the Queen of Business Law Kelly Bagla, Esq. Go Legal Yourself GoLegalYourself.com [email protected]
Ep. 13 Importance of Business Insurance
February 06, 2018 20:41 - 33 minutes - 15.7 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com Today I’m joined with special guest Hadley Wood from H Linwood Insurance Services. Business insurance is so overlooked and missed by so many people because it’s not top of mind. Today Hadley will prove that wrong. It’s one of the cornerstones of running a successful business - but it’s necessary. Top 3 must haves General Liability Insurance Workman's Compensation Cyber Liability, which is not usually included in General Liability Insurance Another insurance...
Ep. 12 Seven Ways to make your Startup Look Professional
January 22, 2018 20:48 - 15 minutes - 7.62 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com You’ve heard me say before, “You only have one chance to make a first impression.” Well today I’m speaking with my producer Richard Crawford and we’re talking about the 7 ways to make your Startup look professional. Have a professional looking website. Additionally on your website you’ll need: Terms and Conditions Privacy Policy Disclaimer Create a professional email address. Get a business phone number Use a business address When you’re invoicing a c...
Ep. 11 What are the biggest challenges to starting a business?
January 15, 2018 22:18 - 22 minutes - 10.5 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com Today MOO and I are talking about the biggest challenges in starting a business. Here are the topics and challenges all new business owners experience: The shortage of capital and cash flow. The development of a good business plan. Knowing what your great product or service is. Sticking with it during difficult times. Working more than you expected. Hiring good employees. Needing to wear so many hats, fulfilling so many roles. Managing your time prope...
Ep. 10 Five Business Resolutions Every Entrepreneur should make for the New Year
January 08, 2018 21:34 - 20 minutes - 9.69 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com It’s 2018 and it’s time to get your plans in place! Today we’re talking about the 5 things you should resolve to do for this New Year: Start off with a dynamic business plan Study leadership Practise delegating Make faster decisions Harness your resources Contact the Queen of Business Law Kelly Bagla, Esq. Go Legal Yourself GoLegalYourself.com [email protected] Get your copy of Go Legal Yourself.
Ep. 9 Leadership In Business
January 01, 2018 20:17 - 28 minutes - 13.4 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com Today I’m with Tia Ross, best selling international author, motivational speaker, and a strategist specialist from Tia Ross & Company. Much of what we’re talking about today can be found in Tia’s book: Living On Purpose With A Purpose. Contact Tia Ross Tia Ross & Company website contact page. Contact the Queen of Business Law Kelly Bagla, Esq. Go Legal Yourself GoLegalYourself.com [email protected] Get your copy of Go Legal Yourself.
Ep. 8 Learn To Love Your Lawyer
December 25, 2017 20:00 - 11 minutes - 5.41 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com Today I’m joined by my Director of Marketing, Sally Crawford, and we’re talking about the A-B-C’s of law for businesses: an Attorney a Banker a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Take-away #1: Google can be your friend but not when it comes to law. Take-away #2: You can’t claim ignorance as a defense. Contact the Queen of Business Law Kelly Bagla, Esq. Go Legal Yourself GoLegalYourself.com [email protected] Get your copy of Go Legal Yourself.
Ep. 7 Website Must Haves
December 18, 2017 20:00 - 6 minutes - 3.18 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com In today's way of doing business, it’s all about being found and creating credibility on social media or on the net. Websites are regulated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and they actually want you to protect yourself! There are 3 must haves: Website Terms Of Use (TOS) Website Privacy Policy Website Disclaimer Mentions Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Contact the Queen of Business Law Kelly Bagla, Esq. Go Legal Yourself GoLegalYo...
Ep. 6 Contractor v. Employee
December 11, 2017 20:56 - 14 minutes - 6.79 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com Today I’m with my Director of Marketing, Sally Crawford, sharing with you the topic “Should I hire a contractor or hire an employee?” A few questions answered today What is a contractor and when do you need to hire one v. hiring an employee? What is an employee and why would I hire them v. hiring a contractor? How differently do I treat a contractor and an employee? What are the legal and financial impacts of making the wrong decision? Contact the Queen of...
Ep. 5 Building Business Relationships
December 04, 2017 20:00 - 29 minutes - 14 MBhttp://GoLegalYourself.com Today I’m excited to have Bryan Garrity from The Garrity Group and Keller Williams on the show! We’re talking about building business relationships. Topics Anyone that’s getting a 1099 at the end of the year is an independent business owner. So what’s your very first step in setting up a business? You have to have a plan. You need a business plan. You need to have the capacity to attract business. You need to be out networking doing the right things, maki...
Ep. 4 Register Your Brand
November 27, 2017 20:00 - 4 minutes - 2.56 MBToday as usual I’m with MOO, my Manager Of Operations and in this tip, we’re going to be talking about brands. All big brands have one thing in common: they’re trademarked and well known. You need a name that is going to grab people’s attention. What do you want to have stand out? When you’ve chosen a name, make sure you: own the domain for that name create an eye-catching logo protect the logo with a trademark Contact the Queen of Business Law Kelly Bagla, Esq. Go Legal Yourself ...
Ep. 3 Why Create an Entity
November 20, 2017 20:00 - 5 minutes - 2.68 MBToday again I’m with MOO, my Manager Of Operations and in this tip, we’re going to be talking about why it's so important to create your entity for business. Creating an entity can be the difference between you keeping your personal assets or you losing your personal assets. In my book “Go Legal Yourself” I layout all the different types of entities that might be right for you. Contact the Queen of Business Law Kelly Bagla, Esq. Go Legal Yourself GoLegalYourself.com kelly@golegalyou...
Ep. 2 The Power of a Business Plan
November 13, 2017 20:00 - 5 minutes - 2.71 MBToday I’m with MOO, my Manager Of Operations and in this tip, we’re going to be talking about how the “right” business plan is a must have for success. Every business owner needs to live by my favorite quote, “Why blend in when you were born to stand out?” Realize that your dream will only be a dream unless you have a plan - and you MUST have a dynamic business plan! The business plan is the very first step you’ll take to get recognized. You need a clear vision. You’ll need to know: your ...
Ep. 1 Go Legal Yourself
November 01, 2017 18:20 - 26 minutes - 12.4 MBwww.GoLegalYourself.com We’re so excited to share the very first episode of our podcast, “Go Legal Yourself!” I’ll bet you didn’t know the law could be so sexy - and I’m going to show you how! Today we’re sharing with you the top-5 things in law that sound dirty - but aren’t. And then we’re briefly going to go through the 4 legal phases of a business. We’ll also be bringing on my team so you can get to know them: Karin O'Brien, Sally Crawford, and Richard Crawford. Mentions Bryan Gar...