On Your Terms®

By Sam Vander WielenBusiness Entrepreneurship Marketing

On Your Terms® episodes

May 29, 2023123. Real Talk: Your Business Doesn't Have to Light Your Soul on Fire
Has the popular narrative of 'soul-level work' ever made you question whether every aspect of your business is something that should light your soul on fire? If so, let's take some time to unpack this today.
In this episode, you’ll hear…
Why it’s unrealistic to expect your business to provide unending joy
How the realities of running a business impact your daily life
Making room for evolving passions and interests

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Episode 32. Should We Always Be in Growth Mode in Our Biz?
Read the Bustle Article: Is Therapy-Speak Making Us Selfish?
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May 25, 2023122. Can You Use Other Brands' Trademarks & Images?
What are the legal concerns when it comes to using pictures of another company’s branded products in your business? That’s what we’re diving into today!
Jill asked,
I'm currently creating a PDF to be sold on my website that's something along the lines of a "healthy food swaps" grocery guide. Within that document, I'm including specific pictures of branded food products. Do you happen to know if I'm legally able to sell a document with images like these?
In this episode, you’ll hear…
Using copyrighted content in your business
How to claim nominative fair use

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How To Use Pictures On Your Blog Legally

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May 22, 2023121. Should You Call People Out in Your Industry?
Today we’re going to talk about Kenny G., “real jazz,” and how that relates to business. We’ll explore powerful lessons for entrepreneurs about authenticity, value, and standing out in a crowded market. Let’s dive in!
In this episode, you’ll hear…
What a feud between two jazz musicians has to do with your business
Finding what makes your business unique
Getting back what you put out into the world

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Taco Bell’s Innovation Kitchen, the Front Line in the Stunt-Food Wars
Naomi Powell of The Lifestyle Edit
Episode 105: Stealing Content vs. Inspiration: When does it become illegal?
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May 18, 2023120. When Do You Need to Get Legal Stuff in Place?
New business owners have a lot to deal with: applying for an EIN, getting a business address, starting a business bank account, and forming an LLC, among other things.
I get it. It can feel like you're putting the cart before the horse if you don't have an audience, an email list, or any offers yet. But let me tell you, there's a different way to look at this. We'll unpack this perspective shift in our chat today.
In this episode, you’ll hear…
Why you should start getting legal protection in place today
The liability you face while posting free content
How to take these first legal steps

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Episode 7. The First 3 Steps to Legally Protect Your Business (Where to Start)
Episode 98. When Should You Update Your Contracts?
Episode 83. Legally Protect Your Online Biz: The Bare Minimum that Produces Results
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May 15, 2023119. 10 Lessons from My Team Break-Ups
As an entrepreneur who has built a multi-seven-figure business, I've had my fair share of experiences when it comes to hiring and firing employees and contractors. In this episode, I want to share my top 10 tips for managing these relationships and navigating the complexities of staffing your business. My goal is to help you build a successful team while maintaining healthy working relationships with your employees and contractors.
In this episode, you’ll hear…
Getting clear on what you’re hiring for
Hiring slow, firing fast
How to hire like a professional
Owning your mistakes
…and more!

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Episode 64. Hiring Contractors 101 [Everything Business Owners Need to Know]
Episode 111. Writing a Book, Online Business Changes & Discipline with Amy Porterfield
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Mindset coaching with Jen Diaz
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Paradigm Consulting
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May 11, 2023118. Do I Need to Read Disclaimers Out Loud to Clients?
Today we’re going to talk about disclaimers. Do you need to read disclaimers out loud to clients during a session in order for them to count? Let’s discuss!
In this episode, you’ll hear…
When and where to use your disclaimer
Nurturing the follower to client journey
Pre-qualifying clients before you work with them

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Episode 2: Scope of Practice for Coaches (What You're Legally Allowed to Do)
Episode 69: What Coaches Can Legally Do (Scope of Practice Part 2)
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May 08, 2023117. How I've Grown My Business During Tough Times
Starting and growing a business is hard. And then, you still have to deal with all of the hard stuff that life regularly throws at you on top of all that. Over the years, I have experienced some of the most challenging times of my life, from brain surgery and caring for my father during his battle with cancer, to coping with the loss of my father and my mother's ongoing health struggles. So, we're breaking our usual routine to have a heart-to-heart conversation about how I’m coping and finding ways to keep (some of) it together.
In this episode, you’ll hear…
Keeping it together when times get tough
Prioritizing what really matters
Recognizing when you’re not OK or you need help

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Episode 14. How to Market Your Evergreen Product (+ Which Platforms You Should Be On!)
Episode 3. Turning Pain & Hard Times Into Rocket Fuel for Your Business
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May 04, 2023116. What's a Non-Compete Agreement & Can I Use One?
Let’s say you don’t want to spend time and money training an employee only to have them go work for a competitor or start their own business in your field. What can you do about it? In this episode, we’re discussing non-compete agreements, and whether or not they’re right for you.
In this episode, you’ll hear…
What a non-compete agreement is
Whether or not you would be able to enforce a non-compete
Alternatives to non-competes that could serve you better

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Episode 61. Hiring Contractors 101 [Everything Business Owners Need to Know]
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May 01, 2023115. My Book Update!
Have you ever considered writing a book? There’s a stat floating around that says 81% of people hope to write a book one day, so chances are you’re one of them — and so am I! I’m going to share what my journey of writing a book proposal and querying agents has looked like so far, and what’s happening next. I’ll also give tips I’ve learned from my writing coach as well as naturally along the way.
In this episode, you’ll hear…
Why I’ve always wanted to write a book
Where I’m at in the writing and publishing process
Tips I’ve learned for getting your book published

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April 27, 2023114. Are You Too Small For Copycats to Steal From You?
You know copycats are a big issue for online businesses, but that’s only a problem for big businesses, not ones just starting out — right? I’m going to address whether you need to worry about copycats even when very few people know about your business.
In this episode, you’ll hear…
Are small businesses at risk of copycats
What I’ve seen in my own business and others
Why you should protect your business at any size

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Episode 113. How to Legally Protect Your Content [Copyright Registration 101]
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About On Your Terms®

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A podcast for online business owners who refuse to choose between revenue and a real life. Most business advice tells you to hustle harder, post more, and "always be on." I'm here to tell you that's BS—and I have the multi-seven-figure business to prove it. I'm Sam Vander Wielen, and I've built a thriving online business while protecting my mornings, unplugging at night, and actually living the life I built my business for.