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Hiring the right people is key for scaling your business, avoiding burnout, and being able to enjoy the lifestyle you have worked so hard to create! In this episode, we are excited to chat with business coach Melissa Machat! Melissa helps entrepreneurs like you stop trying to do it all themselves, grow their businesses, make more money, and avoid burnout! Tune in for her tips on finding the right people to hire, in the right timeline, and investing in your team while making sure your business is profitable!

02:00 How can I grow my business by hiring a team?

04:15 Do you have a vision of who you are looking for and the culture you want for your team?

06:00 How do you find the right person to hire?

11:00 When hiring, how can structure things to make sure you get a return on your investment?

15:40 What are different ways you can add value to your team?

16:40 How long did it take yourself to feel confident in hiring and leading your team?

Connect with Melissa on Instagram | @melissamachat

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Our time is our most valuable resource! Are your systems and payment structure set up to honor that time? In this episode, our host Lauren is sharing tips to make sure you are getting paid for your time, from your consultation to protecting yourself in the event of a cancellation! 

01:10 Never discount your time!

03:40 How charging for consultations changed my business!

08:40 What if your business is affected by cancellations?

12:15 Is your payment structure set up to honor your time?

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Notice anything new!? We are no longer The Legally Aligned Podcast. As personal seasons of life are changing over here, and as our host Lauren has dived into more conversations with guests, it quickly became clear that there is so much more to be shared on top of helping you have a strong legal foundation! As ambitious women, there are so many things that add up to make the full lives we lead beyond entrepreneurship. Tune in to hear how The Lauren Boyd Show is evolving, and adding value in all areas of our lives as a wife, partner, business owner, and beyond. 

01:00 Our NEW name! Why did we change it?

02:15 Showing up as myself, more than “just” an Attorney.

03:50 What will be changing here on the podcast?

06:00 What has this re-brand looked (and FELT) like behind the scenes?

10:15 Let’s talk about abundance, and so much more!

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Attention all ambitious moms, women, and entrepreneurs….when was the last time you did something to simply take care of YOU? In this episode, we are joined by Lorena Garcia, co-founder of Majka. Lorena share’s how she markets her products that help women from pregnancy through the first year postpartum. Regardless of whether you are a new mom, or mom-to-be. Regardless of whether you own your own business, are climbing the corporate ladder this episode holds a universal truth. WE CAN NOT show up in life and business the way we want to, and care for others without taking time to care for ourselves.

01:10 How did you come to create Majka?

02:15 The importance of pouring into your own cup, 

04:00 What products do you offer?

05:50 How we are reframing that self care isn’t selfish.

07:00 What are marketing strategies product based businesses should be doing?

08:50 Questions we ask to find product ambassadors that are in alignment with us.

11:00 Ways to be intentional and make the most of gifting your products.

13:00 How do you use social media to connect with everyday women who 

15:00 Where can we connect with you and learn more about your products?

15:30 What inspires you to live in alignment with your purpose?

Follow Majka on Instagram | @lovemajka

Reach out with any questions | [email protected]

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When would a non-disclosure agreement (aka NDA) be needed as you discuss your business? Do you recommend we have one in place before diving into a coffee date? In this short and sweet episode, our host Lauren breaks down the different types of Non-Disclosure Agreements and what scenarios and relationships they should be used! Tune in for how these different clauses and agreements can help protect your reputation and sensitive business information along with protecting your competitive advantage!

00:50 What is the difference between a mutual and unilateral non-disclosure agreement?

01:10 Highlighted Review!

01:45 What does a non-disclosure agreement protect?

02:20 What is a mutual non-disclosure agreement? When are they used?

03:40 How is a unilateral non-disclosure different?

04:30 How do you know a non-disclosure agreement (aka NDA) is needed?

05:40 What is a non-disparagement clause? 

06:30 Here is a simplified recap of each of these clauses and agreements!

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Relationships are the heart of good business! In this episode, we are excited to learn from Kayla Ybanes! Kayla is an Instagram and business strategist helping entrepreneurs build relationship-based businesses. Kayla breaks down how to build relationships and your potential leads in a genuine way! Tune in for how to ditch the spammy “Hey girl” messages in the Dm’s, so you can truly connect with your audience, potential clients, and customers. 

01:30 What has your journey into entrepreneurship looked like?

02:40 Is it your experience with your daughter being sick that has led to how you interact with other women?

04:00 How can we reach out to potential customers without dropping spammy copy-paste “Hey girl” messages in their DM’s?

07:15 Do you think there is a ratio of how much we should serve before you should sell?

09:10 Do you initiate conversations differently with cold leads vs referrals?

10:40 Do you follow everyone back on social media to grow your connections for your business or are you selective about who you follow?

14:15 What tips and network marketing strategies apply to entrepreneurs using affiliate marketing?

16:20 What is one thing that has inspired you to find alignment with your purpose?

Follow along with Kayla on Instagram: @kaylaybanez

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Are you looking to grow your team? Are you looking to hire an employee or independent contractor? Let’s dive into the questions you should be asking yourself to get clear on what and who you need as you continue to grow your business. It’s about gaining valuable time to work in your zone of genius as you grow your team, and legally protecting your business as you go!

01:30 Highlighted review!

02:30 What does your business need?

03:20 Can this role help your bottom line?

04:00 Does this team member compliment your existing business?

04:00 Do you need an employee or independent contractor?

06:40 Use these resources to help you with hiring an employee!

08:30 How to get specific with your independent contractors.

10:00 Protecting your business and owning your leadership role!

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Is influencer or affiliate marketing a good fit for your business? In this episode, our host Lauren Boyd is joined by social media master Becca Booker! Becca is the founder of Homemade Social, a social media agency specializing in social, digital, and influencer campaigns for lifestyle brands. Tune in for a breakdown of the differences between working with affiliates vs influencers, how the two overlap, and some tips for choosing the right partnership for you and your business!

03:00 What types of businesses should consider affiliate marketing?

05:00 How does affiliate marketing work?

08:20 How is influencer marketing different from an affiliate?

12:00 From an influencer standpoint which is better, affiliate or influencer marketing?

13:00 What should businesses look for when finding a good influencer partnership?

15:15 How do businesses you work with specify what they want the influencer to post?

17:00 What if a partnership with an influencer doesn’t work out the way you want?

18:10 What has inspired you to find alignment in your purpose as an entrepreneur?

Follow along with Becca on Instagram: @Bbooks

https://www.instagram.com/bbooks/?hl=en

Follow Becca’s agency on Instagram: @homemadesocial_

https://www.instagram.com/homemadesocial_/?hl=en

Check out Episode 35 mentioned in today’s episode:  

Basic Principles of Marketing in Alignment with the Law

https://legallyaligned.libsyn.com/basic-principles-of-marketing-in-alignment-with-the-law

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How much office space do you truly need? Whether you are looking to expand your office space, or downsize, this episode is packed with things to consider when looking for the perfect office space for your needs! Down to what you should be looking for in the lease agreement! Some of you may know, our host Lauren has been around the commercial leasing business for many years as it’s what her father has done for a living. Tune in to this episode as Lauren shares her experience from the perspective of a Lessor, fellow business owner, and Attorney!

01:40 Review Spotlight!

02:20 What I learned growing up with entrepreneurial parents! 

04:00 How important is the broker I choose to find my commercial space?

05:40 Who else will be part of your “team” to conduct due diligence?

06:15 What should you consider when doing due diligence?

07:30 How to know if there any additional permits that must be obtained for occupancy.

08:00 What about any additional operating expenses?

09:30 The importance of negotiating the letter of intent.

10:15 Who should I consult when negotiating and finalizing my lease?

11:15 What should I be looking for when reviewing and finalizing my lease?

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We have all likely found ourselves facing a decision, and ended up going with our gut instinct. Is that gut feeling my intuition? Our guest on today’s episode is Sam Harper. Sam is an Executive Leadership Coach and sound healer, having developed her programs for Deep Coaching after years of experience in clinical settings as a professional counselor. In this episode, Sam shares tips to gain confidence in your intuition, different ways to meditate that will work best for you, and how to focus on achieving alignment over “balance”.

01:30 What does it mean to live intuitively? Where do you start?

04:15 What are different ways to meditate?

08:20 How can I tune in and listen to my intuition?

10:20 The power and clarity that can come from saying no!

13:10 How has coaching impacted your life and the lives of your clients?

Connect with Sam on Instagram: @sam_e_pants

https://www.instagram.com/sam_e_pants/?hl=en

Sign up for 1-on-1 coaching, or join her next group coaching session on her website:

https://www.samanthaharper.com/work-with-me

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