A lawyer and a CPA walk into a bar....It's the set up for the perfect joke, right? But there will come a time when you'll need to consult a lawyer and a CPA at some point in running your business. In this episode, I'm talking to Amy Northard who's a CPA for creatives. She's breaking down all those questions we have about taxes, W9s, 1099s, quarterly taxes and much more! For the full show notes, head over to www.annettestepanian.com/podcast/12 And to sign up for the webinar mentioned in the episode, visit www.annettestepanian.com/freewebinars   

Ep. 012:  Amy Northard CPA: Understanding Taxes, 1099s, and W9s as a Small Business Owner

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Do you want to use your customer’s testimonials when marketing your products or services, but not sure about the legal implications? In this Legal Quickie episode, I cover the legal basics of using testimonials in your business - like on your website, in email copy, or paid social media ads. Before you start flaunting your customer’s glowing reviews, listen to this episode.  To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk   Disclaimer:  This content is for your educational and informational purposes only and should not take the place of hiring an attorney. It does not create an Attorney-Client relationship between you and Annette Stepanian.  Neither receipt of information presented nor any email or other electronic communication submitted or received will create an attorney-client relationship with Annette Stepanian. Any information that you provide by reason of your use of this content is not privileged or confidential.  The law varies from state to state and based on the individual facts. Therefore, the information in this presentation may not work for your specific situation.  If you have specific legal questions, you should seek the advice of an attorney authorized to practice law in your local state or jurisdiction.

Ep. 109: Using Customer Testimonials in Your Marketing

Do you want to use your customer’s testimonials when marketing your products or services, but not sure about the legal implications?

In this Legal Quickie episode, I cover the legal basics of using testimonials in your business - like on your website, in email copy, or paid social media ads.

Before you start flaunting your customer’s glowing reviews, listen to this episode. 

To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk

Is email marketing dead? Absolutely not! But some of the old strategies certainly are. In this episode, I’m chatting with email marketing strategist, Lesley Clavijo. We get super honest about email list size, why email marketing is still more important than social media, the truth behind lead magnets, and so much more! You’ll want to check out this episode before you hit “send” on your next email.  To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk   Disclaimer:  This content is for your educational and informational purposes only and should not take the place of hiring an attorney. It does not create an Attorney-Client relationship between you and Annette Stepanian.  Neither receipt of information presented nor any email or other electronic communication submitted or received will create an attorney-client relationship with Annette Stepanian. Any information that you provide by reason of your use of this content is not privileged or confidential.  The law varies from state to state and based on the individual facts. Therefore, the information in this presentation may not work for your specific situation.  If you have specific legal questions, you should seek the advice of an attorney authorized to practice law in your local state or jurisdiction.

Ep. 108: Does Email Marketing Still Work? With Lesley Clavijo

From speaking on-stage to recording videos for social media, to team meetings, public speaking is a vital skill for any entrepreneur -  and you too can learn how to become a better speaker!  In this episode, I’m talking with speaking coach and speechwriter, Helena Bowen. We talk about some (very big) misconceptions about learning to become a better public speaker, including the double-edged sword that is your slides, and the #1 skill you need to improve to be a better public speaker. To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk   Disclaimer:  This content is for your educational and informational purposes only and should not take the place of hiring an attorney. It does not create an Attorney-Client relationship between you and Annette Stepanian.  Neither receipt of information presented nor any email or other electronic communication submitted or received will create an attorney-client relationship with Annette Stepanian. Any information that you provide by reason of your use of this content is not privileged or confidential.  The law varies from state to state and based on the individual facts. Therefore, the information in this presentation may not work for your specific situation.  If you have specific legal questions, you should seek the advice of an attorney authorized to practice law in your local state or jurisdiction.

Ep. 107: How to Become a Better Public Speaker with Helena Bowen

If hearing the word “sell” makes you shudder, you’re not alone! Sales calls and closing sales can be the most difficult part of being a business owner for most of us, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, I’m chatting with long-time wedding planner and wedding business strategist, Lindsey Nickel. Lindsey shares how important contracts are, 4 great tips for standing out in crowded industries, how to overcome your anxiety when asking for the sale, and so much more! To learn more and get the show notes, visit: www.annettestepanian.com/officetalk   Disclaimer:  This content is for your educational and informational purposes only and should not take the place of hiring an attorney. It does not create an Attorney-Client relationship between you and Annette Stepanian.  Neither receipt of information presented nor any email or other electronic communication submitted or received will create an attorney-client relationship with Annette Stepanian. Any information that you provide by reason of your use of this content is not privileged or confidential.  The law varies from state to state and based on the individual facts. Therefore, the information in this presentation may not work for your specific situation.  If you have specific legal questions, you should seek the advice of an attorney authorized to practice law in your local state or jurisdiction.

Ep. 012: Amy Northard CPA: Understanding Taxes, 1099s, and W9s as a Small Business Owner

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