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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 bookWhere I’m at in the writing and publishing processTips I’ve learned for getting your book publishedIf 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:Meet Richelle Fredson (Book Coach): https://richellefredson.comGet the Book Proposal Blueprint Course: https://richellefredson.com/training/Richelle's PodcastEasy Email List Sign Up - Get Sam's EmailsAimee Barr And Associates Join the Free Legal Workshop to learn how to get your business legally legit™️ today!CONNECT:Sam on InstagramSam on FacebookOn Your Terms® on InstagramDISCLAIMERProduced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Legal WorkshopDo 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

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 copycatsWhat I’ve seen in my own business and othersWhy you should protect your business at any sizeClick here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.RESOURCES:Save over $400 on the Ultimate Bundle® for a limited time! Click here for details.Episode 113. How to Legally Protect Your Content [Copyright Registration 101]Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®Join my email listCONNECT:Sam on InstagramSam on FacebookOn Your Terms® on InstagramDISCLAIMERProduced by Nova Media

Unsure about the difference between trademarks and copyrights in online business? In this episode, we dive into the essential aspects of trademarking and copyrighting for online businesses. While trademarks are valuable for safeguarding the outward-facing elements of your business like names and logos, copyrights play a vital role in protecting your product or course content. We discuss Ashley's real-life example — a content creator who faced legal challenges because she hadn't copyrighted her course material.In this episode, you’ll hear…The difference between contracts and copyrightWhat to do if someone steals your content (before AND after)How to decide what content you need to registerIf 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:Copycats Training Sign Up: Save $25 off with code: Copycat25Save over $400 on the Ultimate Bundle® for a limited time! Click here for details.Join my email listEpisode 108. Should You Copyright That?Episode 110. Can I Get Paid If Someone Steals My ContentEpisode 107. What to Do If Someone Steals Your Business' ContentUS Copyright OfficeCONNECT:Sam on InstagramSam on FacebookOn Your Terms® on InstagramDISCLAIMERProduced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Legal WorkshopDo 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

If you’ve already registered as an LLC, do you need to trademark your business name? That’s what I’m going to discuss in this episode!In this episode, you’ll hear…The difference between a trademark and LLCWhat protections a trademark offers your business nameCases when you trademarking your business name may not be possibleIf 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:Copycats Training Sign Up: Save $25 off with code: Copycat25Episode 109.  All Your Trademark Questions: AnsweredSubmit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®CONNECT:Sam on InstagramSam on FacebookOn Your Terms® on InstagramDISCLAIMERProduced by Nova Media

If you’re in the online business world, you probably know the incredible Amy Porterfield. She’s recently published her first book, “Two Weeks Notice.” I had the privilege of chatting with Amy and picking her brain about everything from how she spends her day to the challenges she faces as a successful entrepreneur. I'll be sharing some of her insights and tips for building a business you love, as well as some exclusive behind-the-scenes information about her new book. So get ready to be inspired, learn some new skills, and take your business to the next level with Amy Porterfield.In case you haven’t heard of her, Amy Porterfield is an ex–corporate girl turned online marketing expert and CEO of a multimillion-dollar business. Today Amy empowers people across the globe to take their futures into their own hands and find professional autonomy, independence, achievement, and success far beyond what a corporate glass ceiling would traditionally allow. Her action-by-action teaching style provides aspiring business owners with the tools they need to bypass the overwhelm and build a business they love.In this episode, you’ll hear…Why Amy decided to write a book, why this book, and what she learned about herself in the processWhether or not starting an online business will bring you happinessThe common qualities of successful online business ownersBehind the scenes of how Amy runs and organizes her business and lifeWhat’s working in the online marketing worldIf 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:Copycats Training Sign Up: Save $25 off with code: Copycat25Record quick videos for your team with LoomAmy Porterfield's website: amyporterfield.comMore info about Amy's book, Two Weeks Notice: twoweeksnoticebook.comPurchase the book on... BookshopBarnes & NobleTargetAmazonCONNECT:Sam on InstagramSam on FacebookOn Your Terms® on InstagramDISCLAIMERProduced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Legal WorkshopDo 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

Today we get to talk all about copyright infringement — What can you do when you find a content thief, and can you get paid for damages?In this episode, you’ll hear…What happens when someone steals your contentWhy you need to register your content to copyright itHow to take action and protect your contentIf 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:● Copycats Training Sign Up: Save $25 off with code: Copycat25● Episode 109. All Your Trademark Questions: Answered● Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®CONNECT:● Sam on Instagram● Sam on Facebook● On Your Terms® on InstagramDISCLAIMERProduced by Nova Media

I'm excited to share with you all the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about trademarks. Whether you're a new business owner or just looking to learn more about trademarks, this episode has something for everyone.In this episode, you’ll hear…What documents and information you need to get a trademarkHow long it takes to get a trademark approvedThe difference between state and federal registrationHow to police your trademarkWhat happens in the case of conflicting trademark requestsHow trademarks operate across different industriesIf 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:Easy Email sign-upCopycats Training Sign Up: Save $25 off with code: Copycat25Episode 43: BTS: When My Website Got Stolen by Another AttorneyWhat To Do if Someone Steals Your ContentHow to Protect Your Content From Being CopiedCONNECT:Sam on InstagramSam on FacebookOn Your Terms® on InstagramDISCLAIMERProduced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Legal WorkshopDo 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

How do you copyright something? And when should you do it? That’s what we’re discussing in this week’s episode!In this episode, you’ll hear…The difference between copyright and trademarkHow to register a copyrightWhat’s actually worth copyrightingIf 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:Submit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®Visit the online template shopJoin the Free Legal Workshop to learn how to get your business legally legit™️ today!CONNECT:Sam on InstagramSam on FacebookOn Your Terms® on InstagramDISCLAIMERProduced by Nova Media

Have you ever found someone stealing your business's content, whether it's on social media, your products, or programs? It's a frustrating and disheartening experience, and it's essential to know what steps to take and how to react appropriately. I've been through this situation multiple times and have learned what works and what doesn't. In this episode, I'm going to break down the exact steps to take if someone steals your content, and share some valuable tips and strategies to protect your business.In this episode, you’ll hear…What to do when you find out someone stole your contentWhat NOT to doHow to proactively protect yourself from content theftIf 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:Episode 43. BTS: When My Website Got Stolen by Another AttorneyEpisode 49. How to Legally Protect Your Online CourseEpisode 105. Stealing Content vs. Inspiration: When Does It Become Illegal?The Ultimate Guide To Taking Down CopycatsGet My 5 Steps To a Legally Legit Business ChecklistGet 2x weekly legal tips straight to your inbox by joining my email listJoin the Free Legal Workshop to learn how to get your business legally proteced today!CONNECT:Sam on InstagramSam on FacebookOn Your Terms® on InstagramDISCLAIMERProduced by Nova MediaMentioned in this episode:Legal WorkshopDo 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

You might not know this, but it's not good enough to just have a contract. You want to make sure that that contract is enforceable so that it has some teeth and will actually legally protect you. In this episode, you’ll hear…How to make sure a contract is properly writtenHow to send and sign a contract correctlyMaking sure client information is accurateIf 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:Episode 8. What Makes a Good Contract? How to Make Sure You're ProtectedSubmit your legal question for an upcoming episode of On Your Terms®Visit samvanderwielen.com/shop-templates to browse my entire DIY legal template shopHow To Start An Online Business (the legally legit™ way!) PlaylistGet 2x weekly legal tips straight to your inbox by joining my email listIf you're ready for a comprehensive legal training, sign up for my free workshop, 5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online BusinessCONNECT:Sam on InstagramSam on FacebookOn Your Terms® on InstagramDISCLAIMERProduced by Nova Media