Have you ever felt like your business isn't resonating with everyone? That's perfectly fine! I'm here to remind you that it's not only okay but essential to focus on being your authentic self in business. Today, I want to share with you why it's crucial to build a business that's a true reflection of who you are, rather than trying to please everyone. Join me as we delve into the importance of authenticity and how it can lead to a more fulfilling and successful entrepreneurial journey.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

1. The importance of authenticity and self-belief in your business journey
2. Insights on detaching your personal worth from your revenue
3. Reflections on the impact of seeking external validation
4. A critique of aspirational and lifestyle marketing in online businesses
5. Personal stories and advice on staying true to yourself in business

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

1. Episode 81. Do You Really Believe In Your Business? (You're Not Alone)
2. Frasier Episode (S3 E23 - The Focus Group)
3. Business Checklist
4. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

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1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
2. Follow Sam on Instagram
3. Follow Sam on YouTube
4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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As entrepreneurs, understanding what counts as a business expense is crucial for our financial health and legal compliance. I'm here to clear up some common misconceptions and offer practical advice on how to navigate these often-confusing waters. Whether you're just starting out or you've been running your business for a while, this discussion is going to shed light on managing your business's finances effectively.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

1. Insights into what qualifies as a business expense and debunking common myths
2. Strategies for effectively documenting and tracking business expenses
3. Understanding the IRS criteria for deductible expenses
4. How to differentiate between deductible and non-deductible expenses
5. Guidance on legal and tax compliance for entrepreneurs

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

1. The Ultimate Bundle®
2. Business Expenses | Internal Revenue Service
3. Get QuickBooks
4. Blog Post: Can I Charge Business Expenses to My Personal Card?
5. Episode 77. Small Business Taxes 101 [Guest Interview with Little Fish Accounting]
6. Learn more about Little Fish Accounting
7. Check out Megan Naasz, CPA
8. Episode 17. 6 Legal Must Haves for Online Businesses
9. Click here to watch the free workshop so you can get legally protected right now!
10. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
2. Follow Sam on Instagram
3. Follow Sam on YouTube
4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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Ever wondered how to navigate the tricky waters of taxes as an online business owner? You're not alone! Tax planning can seem daunting, but with the right guidance, it's totally manageable. As an online entrepreneur myself, I've been through the ups and downs of figuring out taxes, and I'm here to share some insights that can make your tax journey smoother. In this episode, we're diving into the world of tax planning for online businesses. You'll get valuable tips from my own experience and expert advice from Keila Hill-Trawick, a CPA from Little Fish Accounting. Let's explore some key areas you need to know about.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

1. The essentials of estimated quarterly tax payments for online businesses
2. Understanding and maximizing deductible business expenses
3. Best practices for paying yourself as an online business owner
4. Navigating the nuances of S-corp taxation

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

1. Learn more at littlefishaccounting.com
2. Outsource Guide from Keila
3. How to Find an Accountant for Your Online Business: My Top 5 Qualities to Look For
4. Episode 58. Paying Yourself 101 [Everything Business Owners Need to Know]
5. Follow Little Fish Accounting on Instagram: @littlefishaccounting
6. Tax Prep Suite from Little Fish: littlefishaccounting.com/tax-prep-suite
7. Free Resource: Yearly Planning & Reflections Guide
8. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
2. Follow Sam on Instagram
3. Follow Sam on YouTube
4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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Legal Workshop

Do you feel lost thinking about how to legally protect your online business? Head to mylegalworkshop.com to sign-up for immediate access to my free 1-hour legal workshop, 5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow your Online Business.

Legal Workshop

Whether you're a seasoned coach or just stepping into this dynamic field, understanding the legalities of what you can and cannot do is crucial. Today, we explore the scope of practice in coaching across various fields, from health and wellness to business and life coaching, and unravel how to navigate these waters legally and ethically.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

1. The legal boundaries and scope of practice for coaches in various fields.
2. How to navigate coaching within legal constraints, focusing on education and empowerment.
3. Understanding the importance of adhering to the legal scope of practice in coaching.
4. Practical advice for coaches to operate within legal limits and offer value to clients.
5. The role of coaches in guiding clients to make informed decisions themselves.

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

1. Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®
2. 136. My Big Secret: REVEALED!
3. 158. Book Update (+ a secret excerpt from my book!)
4. Episode 2. Scope of Practice for Coaches (What You're Legally Allowed to Do)
5. Episode 69. What Coaches Can Legally Do (Scope of Practice Part 2)
6. Episode 8. What Makes a Good Contract? How to Make Sure You're Protected
7. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
2. Follow Sam on Instagram
3. Follow Sam on YouTube
4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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Do you know what contracts you need depending on what you offer? This week, you'll learn about the contracts and policies you need for different business situations.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

1. What contracts you need when working with clients
2. The different contracts of agreements needed for websites, social media, and other content
3. How the Ultimate Bundle® walks you through the process of filling out and using every contract template

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

1. Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®
2. Visit the online template shop
3. See me customize a template in real-time
4. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
2. Follow Sam on Instagram
3. Follow Sam on YouTube
4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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Are you ready to rethink the Black Friday hustle? Let's dive into a conversation that challenges the norm and embraces a business philosophy that's true to you. I'm sharing insights from my journey, where I've consciously chosen not to participate in these sales. It's a decision rooted in aligning my business with my personal values, like supporting eco-friendly and ethical practices.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

1. The importance of aligning business practices with personal values.
2. Rejecting the Black Friday sale frenzy in favor of tranquility and work-life balance.
3. Building a successful business that aligns with personal lifestyle and goals.

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

1. What Happens if You *Don't* Run a Black Friday Sale? My REI Moment
2. 173. Things That Keep Me Grounded Offline
3. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
2. Follow Sam on Instagram
3. Follow Sam on YouTube
4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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Sometimes we get so caught up in doing more and more for our business that we forget that we need to do more for ourselves. Taking care of ourselves outside of work matters. It gives us renewed creativity and energy while helping us be calm and thoughtful. In this episode, I talk about the top 10 things I do to ground myself offline, plus some that I would like to work on. Let me know if any resonate with you!

In this episode, you’ll hear…

1. How movement and community can be a great combo.
2. The importance of only doing one thing at a time and taking breaks from tech.
3. How art can give us inspiration and be an outlet for big feelings.
4. Nonfiction books and YouTube channel recommendations
5. A reminder to book your annual health exam!!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

1. 79. Feeling Business Burnout? Honor Your Energy
2. Cecilia Blomdahl’s YouTube Channel: Gorgeous videos from an island close to the North Pole.
3. Hannah Adkins’ YouTube Channel: British lifestyle videos that celebrate every season.
4. Kahvihuone8487’s YouTube Channel: Day in the life videos from Helsinki, Finland.
5. Moving On Doesn't Mean Letting Go: Gina Moffat's book about grief.

CONNECT:

1. Sam on Instagram
2. Sam on Facebook
3. On Your Terms® on Instagram

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I'm hard at work on my new book. While I put my head down and I focus on writing this month, we'll be revisiting some of your FAQs here about legal and business questions here on On Your Terms® throughout November. So whether you miss them the first time around or you just need a refresher because you're like me and you like to hear things a couple of times in order to get it, we've curated a selection that's a must-listen for any online business owner.

In this week’s episode, I'm tackling a question about scope of practice in the health and wellness field. But don't tune out just yet, because this applies to all types of coaches, regardless of industry.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

1. Understanding scope of practice
2. What dictates what you’re allowed to teach in your business
3. Doing your homework on what you can legally teach as a coach

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

1. Submit your legal question here
2. 136. My Big Secret: REVEALED!
3. 158. Book Update (+ a secret excerpt from my book!)
4. 68. Permission to Slow Down & Do Things On Your Terms
5. 2. Scope of Practice for Coaches (What You're Legally Allowed to Do)
6. 69. What Coaches Can Legally Do (Scope of Practice Part 2)
7. 86. What can coaches legally do?
8. Download my free Legal Checklist
9. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
2. Follow Sam on Instagram
3. Follow Sam on YouTube
4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the daunting mistakes you could be making in your business? I know I've been there. But here's the good news: I've navigated through these choppy waters and I'm here to steer you clear of the common pitfalls that many entrepreneurs, including myself, have faced. From hiring blunders to unnecessary purchases, I'm diving deep into the lessons I've learned the hard way so you don't have to.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

1. The significance of careful hiring and management in business growth.
2. The impact of unnecessary purchases on business finances and how to avoid them.
3. Strategies for effective marketing beyond social media, emphasizing email marketing and SEO.
4. The importance of personalizing your legal and business strategies.

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

1. 119. 10 Lessons from My Team Break-Ups
2. 29. 10 Reasons Why My First Business Was an Epic Failure
3. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
2. Follow Sam on Instagram
3. Follow Sam on YouTube
4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

DISCLAIMER

I'm hard at work on my new book. While I put my head down and I focus on writing this month, we'll be revisiting some of your FAQs here about legal and business questions here on On Your Terms throughout November. So whether you miss them the first time around or you just need a refresher because you're like me and you like to hear things a couple of times in order to get it, we've curated a selection that's a must listen for any online business owner.

Can you charge business expenses to your personal card... and still have it count? Will that get you in trouble? That’s what I’m answering in today’s FAQ episode!

In this episode, you’ll hear…

1. How to set up a business bank account
2. Where to charge your business expenses
3. What to do if you make a charge to the wrong card or account

If you’d like a shoutout (and a chance to win a $20 gift card), just leave a review on Apple Podcasts and send a screenshot of it to me on Instagram via DMs!

Click here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.

RESOURCES:

1. 136. My Big Secret: REVEALED!
2. 158. Book Update (+ a secret excerpt from my book!)
3. Want to learn more about business taxes? Tune into my conversation with CPA Keila Hill-Trawick of Little Fish Accounting in Episode 77
4. Take a deep dive into business expenses in Episode 91
5. Submit your legal question here
6. Shop the Ultimate Bundle®
7. Get notifiied when each episode of On Your Terms® comes out

CONNECT:

1. Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's Sidebar
2. Follow Sam on Instagram
3. Follow Sam on YouTube
4. Subscribe to Sam's Substack, Beyond Business
5. Take Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"

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