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Legal Leverage Podcast

30 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago -

Do you ever feel a bit directionless when it comes to the legal side of things with your business? Often feel a bit like you haven't a clue where to start or what you need?The Legal Leverage Podcast will be following our very own framework, teaching you how to leverage the legal for your business so you can grow and thrive safely!

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Episodes

Rachael Bicknell - Mediator & Negotiation Consultant

April 05, 2022 15:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

Today, we have the lovely Rachael Bicknell on the podcast! Rachael is a mediator, negotiation consultant and business owner at Squaring Circles.  She specialises in helping SMEs, rural businesses and public and third sector organisations across Scotland, the UK and worldwide manage their differences and helps to resolve disputes. Have you ever ended up in a legal dispute or are you worried that you might end up in a legal dispute down the line? Does it affect small businesses the same way ...

Bakes in Bloom with Amy Thornley

March 23, 2022 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB

Today we have the lovely Amy from Bakes in Bloom.  Bakes in Bloom is Amy’s cupcake business, in the heart of Rugeley, Staffordshire, specializing in transforming cupcakes into edible flowers.  Over 4 years ago, Amy decided to give herself a break from her job as an Assistant Psychologist.  She didn’t really know what she wanted to do, however, one day she literally had that ‘’lightbulb moment’’. Amy had never heard of cupcake bouquets until she was trying to think of a present for her mum'...

Head Of Thinking & Possibilities - Ian Rummels

March 16, 2022 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

Our special guest today is Ian Rummels, the proud founder of two separate businesses with different audiences and missions, but with two things in common: Ian as the creator, and the shared desire to develop happy, motivated employees.  Having spent 14 years at Ernst & Young heading up their employer services business, in 2001 Ian founded PES, an award-winning business specialising in employee benefits, wellbeing and HR services. It was here that his passion to bring exceptional digital empl...

Celebrity Trademark Tales

March 09, 2022 09:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

In this weeks podcast, Lauren & Shannon discuss Celebrity Trademark battles & some strange things celebrities have tried to trademark in the past; some successful, others not so much! Can you believe that Mariah Carey launched a liquor, didn't trademark the name and then ended up in a legal trademark dispute with an established Irish drinks company with a similar name?  She definitely lives up to being a diva! We also cover a certain BrewDog speciality aptly named ‘Elvis Juice'. In 2016, A...

Human Design with Lauren Kay

March 02, 2022 09:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

This week we have  Lauren Kay on the podcast to chat about her journey from big-firm lawyer to Human Design Guide.  Lauren, Human Design Guide, creator of the Legally Different Podcast and former Big Law lawyer is now a legal consultant and advocate of the WFA (work from anywhere) movement and she is passionate about aligning with freedom, passion, and purpose in the business world. She talks about the path she took in life to get to where she is now. Lauren took the very traditional route ...

Mental Health with Anxiety Josh

February 23, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

This week we have a wonderful guest, Josh Fletcher, also known as Anxiety Josh, who is a Psychotherapist, Author and Podcast host who specialises in working with all things anxiety and panic.  Josh has 3 bestselling books, ‘Untangle Your Anxiety’, ‘Practical about Panic’ and ‘Panicking about Panic’. Josh is the host of the ‘The Panic Pod’ podcast which is a podcast dedicated to all things anxiety, anxiety disorders and the literature surrounding the psychology of anxiety.  Today, Josh, who ...

Lawyer To Lawyer

February 16, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MB

It's QUIZ TIME! This week Lauren & Laura decided to cross examine Babs on her career journey.  From dance and fitness to law school and everything in between, Babs chats through her life then and now as a corporate lawyer.  Is law school worth it? What does it take to become the CEO of your own law firm?  Tune in to find out! https://jamiesonlaw.legal/ Music By Shane McGeady Edited by Shane McGeady Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trademark Mythbusters

February 09, 2022 09:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

This week we are debunking some of the most common trademark myths out there and confirming some of the strangest!  From trademarking common words to trademarks that have become common words, this episode dives deep into the MYTHtifying and surprising world of trademark law. There also might be a trademark quiz! Edited by Shane McGeady Music by Shane McGeady Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Understanding The Times

February 02, 2022 08:00 - 11 minutes - 8.18 MB

Season 2 Episode 1, can you believe it?  This is our first proper episode of the season, as last week was just a wee into and to get back into the swing of things! This week is a little different to our usual podcast. I (Babs) am going to read out a speech that I wrote a few months ago for The Global Women's Conference. I am sharing this with you to give you an insight into the times we are living in, from the perspective of women, women in business and the legal industry in general.  Edite...

And We're Back with Season 2

January 26, 2022 09:00 - 10 minutes - 7.45 MB

Aaaand We're BACK!! Season 2 has finally launched after a few months break. We are ready for new topics, new guests and a little bit of fun along the way! The Legal Leverage Podcast will be following our very own framework, teaching you how to leverage the legal for your business so you can grow and thrive safely! Edited by Shane McGeady Music by Shane McGeady Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trademarking – the Ultimate Top Trump

October 27, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

This week is the SEASON FINALE of Legal Leverage season 1!  And we’re ending it with a bang, with one of our absolute favourite topics – trademarking.  Trademarking is the ultimate top trump in terms of protecting brands.  What do we mean by that? Well, trademarking trumps pretty much any other ‘name’ protection out there (aka buying the domain, operating for a long time and registering that name).  In this episode we cover: What is trademarking? Why do you need it? What are the benef...

The Legal Side of Freelancing with Ed Goodman

October 20, 2021 08:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

If there were no bad people, there would be no good lawyers” – Charles Dickens   This week we’re featuring Ed Goodman who hosts the incredible Freelance Heroes Podcast!   As the clue in the name states, this is a podcast made by and for freelancers, covering all of the bits and bobs freelancers need to thrive and grow.   In this episode, Ed is asking me all about the legal side of things:   Do all freelancers really need a client contract? If so, what should a contract contain, and i...

Business Copycats..Who would want 'em?

October 13, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

This weeks episode of Legal Leverage is all about copyright and intellectual property! Something we are HUGE on here at Jamieson Law, because this essentially forms your entire brand. Copyright exists as soon as you create it. Your freebie, an e-book, a song, a guide…all protected by copyright But how do you continue to protect what’s yours, and make sure business copycats stay in their lane? Tune in now to find out. Don’t fall victim to those pesky business imitators! Hosted on Acast. Se...

Legally Different - Not A Normal Lawyer

October 07, 2021 08:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

Today we have a special episode for you all! I meet and talk with Lauren O'Sullivan - Creator & Host of the Legally Different Podcast. She interviews lawyers who are different, lawyers who chose to live their life differently, those who make life decisions to live and work in a way that aligns with their passions and values. Lauren and I talk about why I consider myself to be ''Legally Different'', why and how I have approached the legal market in a different way than most do, and why I ch...

What you need to 'add to your basket’ as an E-commerce business

September 29, 2021 08:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

This weeks episode is all about you, E-commerce businesses out there.    Product selling businesses (just like any other business, of course) need the legal stuff in place in order to grow and scale in the safest way possible.   So, what exactly does this episode cover that you *might* need to add to your (legal) basket?   The key legal elements you need to focus on Data protection and 3rd party sites like Etsy, Amazon and eBay People pinching your designs and copyright Trademarking...

Badass At Business - Lucy Sheridan 'The Worlds First & Only Comparison Coach'

September 22, 2021 08:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

This week we have a VERY special guest on - Lucy Sheridan. 'The Worlds First & Only Comparison Coach'.  Lucy helps people all over the world go from 'Compare & Despair' to 'Comparison Free' in their life and business, through her unique specialist coaching experiences and events. Lucy has taken the world of coaching by storm, providing 1-1 coaching services, group coaching programmes & memberships, to help people grow and accelerate their businesses and their personal lives.  She has appea...

GDPR and why its important for your biz

September 15, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MB

This week we take a deep dive into GDPR and what it means for your business. I know what you’re thinking….What even is GDPR? Why does it matter to my business? If there is a chance you will be processing personal data for a UK or EU citizen, you NEED to comply with GDPR regulations. Personal data means; emails, names, addresses, numbers etc. Don't be caught out by not following the rules! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 months Failing To The UK's Leading Dietitian

September 08, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

On this week's episode, we welcome a special guest, Alex Neilan The Sport Dietitian (who also happens to be my fiance). Alex is the CEO of the UK's leading team of sustainable weight loss professionals, helping men and women lose weight and getting them to finally love their bodies and themselves. Alex went from having a couple of pounds in the bank to running an incredibly life-changing and successful business, all whilst having his legals in place to protect his business, meaning he can ma...

Life Behind The Lawyer

September 01, 2021 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.22 MB

Today we’re taking a step back from the legal stuff and introducing you to our new lawyer, Laura, who joined us in July.  Laura is talking about her experiences so far, her hobbies and the weather (of course!). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cookies...but not the type you eat!

August 25, 2021 09:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

We're talking all things cookies over here on the Legal Leverage Podcast.  Ok....maybe not the delicious ones you eat, but the ones that pop up on websites?  Have you any idea what I'm on about? Nope? Well, tune in and find out how to make your website legally compliant.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Guide To Client Onboarding

August 18, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MB

Let's talk about the weather, systems and processes..... Actually, let's not! Our topic this week is client onboarding..why is it so important? Well, it's all about that first impression. Welcoming your clients into your business needs to be seamless. Understanding the right way to go about this is easy, but implementing it is another story. Taking the time to successfully onboard a new client is a fundamental part of your business that can easily be overlooked. Have a listen and see what yo...

Why should you review your contract?

August 11, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

Why should you review your contract before you sign it?  You don't want to be screwed over by signing something that you don't understand.  Reading and understanding your contract is the first step to success! This isn't just for the business owners out there that are signing contracts, this is for everyone; employees, contractors, freelancers, etc. You NEED to understand your contract!  What is the process?  Do you need a solicitor to review your contract? Can you change your contract if y...

S1 E3 - Why should you review your contract?

August 11, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

Why should you review your contract before you sign it?  You don't want to be screwed over by signing something that you don't understand.  Reading and understanding your contract is the first step to success! This isn't just for the business owners out there that are signing contracts, this is for everyone; employees, contractors, freelancers, etc. You NEED to understand your contract!  What is the process?  Do you need a solicitor to review your contract? Can you change your contract if ...

Client Contracts

August 04, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Does the thought of contracts scare you?  Worry no more! This podcast will guide you through what you need to know about client contracts. Why do you need them as a business owner? Why are they important for getting paid? What information do you need to include in your contracts to protect your business? Listen to find out more.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 E2 - Client Contracts

August 04, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Does the thought of contracts scare you?  Worry no more! This podcast will guide you through what you need to know about client contracts. Why do you need them as a business owner? Why are they important for getting paid? What information do you need to include in your contracts to protect your business? Listen to find out more. 

Client Contracts

August 04, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Does the thought of contracts scare you?  Worry no more! This podcast will guide you through what you need to know about client contracts. Why do you need them as a business owner? Why are they important for getting paid? What information do you need to include in your contracts to protect your business? Listen to find out more. 

Setting Up Your Business

July 27, 2021 23:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Welcome to the very first episode of the Legal Leverage Podcast. We are here to guide you to business success while following our very own framework. This episode focuses on how to set up your business, what structure to set up with and the top 3 things you need to be aware of when setting up your business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1 E1 - Setting Up Your Business

July 27, 2021 23:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Welcome to the very first episode of the Legal Leverage Podcast. We are here to guide you to business success while following our very own framework. This episode focuses on how to set up your business, what structure to set up with and the top 3 things you need to be aware of when setting up your business.

S1 E0 - Introduction

July 27, 2021 22:00 - 4 minutes - 2.88 MB

Do you ever feel a bit directionless when it comes to the legal side of things with your business? Often feel a bit like you haven't a clue where to start or what you need? The Legal Leverage Podcast will be following our very own framework, teaching you how to leverage the legal for your business so you can grow and thrive safely!

Introduction

July 27, 2021 22:00 - 4 minutes - 2.88 MB

Do you ever feel a bit directionless when it comes to the legal side of things with your business? Often feel a bit like you haven't a clue where to start or what you need? The Legal Leverage Podcast will be following our very own framework, teaching you how to leverage the legal for your business so you can grow and thrive safely! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.