On Your Terms®

Sam Vander Wielen

Have an online business as a course creator, coach or service provider? Whether you’re brand new, already thriving, or somewhere in between — it can be hard deciphering whether “so and so’s” business advice is legit or a hackneyed regurgitation of what THEIR business coach taught them. Does it work? Is it legal?

‘On Your Terms®’ podcast is half “how not to break the online biz laws your well-meaning mentor forgot to say existed.” Half “marketing that doesn’t require you taking on Instagram like it’s a second job.”

Your host is Sam Vander Wielen, an unfiltered Philly native and former attorney. Sam quit law to start an online business, build her email list to 48,000 subscribers, and make millions in sales 7 years — all while confronting major personal life challenges she’s not too shy to tell you about.

If you’re looking for overnight success stories, hustle culture, or magic bullet marketing schticks that promise you [INSERT RIDICULOUS CLAIM HERE], ask Siri to play you a different podcast.

But if you’re ready for rooted-in-reality conversations around (not so) passive income, Facebook ads, building the ever-essential email list, and how to get compliant with whatever new law just rolled out for the online biz world (it happens more than you think) — grab your laundry basket, pour yourself something warm, and cozy up. ‘On Your Terms’ is your new Monday tradition (that’s when new EPs drop!).

160,000 people have downloaded episodes. Experts like Amy Porterfield came on as a guest. Now it’s your turn to get 1% savvier when it comes to keeping your online business both successful AND legally sound.

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Sep 12, 2022 • 41min

60. My Secret Success Strategy: Taking the 30,000 ft View of Your Business

When we’re in the weeds it can be hard to see what the big picture is. Sometimes in business, we need to zoom out and see the whole thing from above ground in order to see the plan and how it all fits together. I’m going to share how I integrate this practice of high-level observation into my own business and the ways it benefits me—as well as how I make a flow chart to direct my marketing and business decisions.In this episode, you’ll hear…06:01 - The danger of getting into the weeds and losing the big picture12:37 - Practicing the idea of zooming out and looking toward the future20:09 - What to look for in your business23:28 - Putting your plan to paper28:33 - How to avoid focusing on the wrong thingsIf 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:Click here to watch the free workshop so you can get legally protected right now!LEARN:Read Sam's Blog for the latest legal tips, podcast episodes & behind the scenes of building her seven-figure business.Listen to our customer stories to see how getting legally legit has helped 1,000s of entrepreneurs grow their own businesses.CONNECT:Get Sam’s weekly email full of legal tips, marketing advice to grow your brand, and the behind-the-scenes of building your own online business.Join the Free Legal Workshop to learn how to get your business legally legit™️ today!Follow Sam on Instagram for legal tips, business-building advice & daily food + Hudson picsLike us on FacebookFollow my podcast, On Your Terms®, on Instagram so you catch all our episodesSubscribe and follow on all podcast platforms and activate notifications for new episodesApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsCaptivateYouTubeFAV TOOLS:Kajabi // use Kajabi to sell your course, program, or even build your entire website. Get a 30-day free trial with my link.SamCart // what I use for my checkout pages and payment processing and LOVE. And no, not because it’s my name.ConvertKit // what I use to build my email list, send emails to my list, and create opt-in forms & pages.DISCLAIMER: Although Sam is an attorney she doesn’t practice law and can’t give you legal advice. All episodes of On Your Terms® are educational and informational only. The information discussed here isn’t legal advice and isn’t intended to be. The info you hear here isn’t a substitute for seeking legal advice from your own attorney.AFFILIATE LINKS: Some of the links we share here may be affiliate links, which means we may make a small financial reward for referring you, without any cost difference to you. You’re not obligated to use these links, but it does help us to share resources. Thank you for supporting our business!Mentioned 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

Sep 5, 2022 • 1h 22min

59. How to Be a Great Stage Speaker (+ speaking tips from Guest Mike Pacchione!)

At the ConvertKit Craft + Commerce conference—which was full of mind-blowing moments for me—I attended a workshop hosted by the mega-talented speaking coach Mike Pacchione and it was so helpful. Public speaking is such an important skill to learn, and it can be a huge advantage in your business if you do it well. He gave tips and tactics I’ve never heard before such as using your body language effectively, pausing between sentences to let the audience absorb what you said, and being strategic about where you stand on stage. We talk about why speaking well is important, what makes a speaker good or bad, and whether it’s possible for a bad speaker to become great. We also talked about the areas most speakers need to improve upon (and how they can do it), three tangible things to make your speaking more entertaining, and so much more.In this episode, you’ll hear…08:58 - How Mike got into speaking17:43 - Why public speaking is so important24:29 - The qualities that make a good speaker—and a bad one34:38 - Three areas that most speakers need to improve upon41:18 - Tips for using your physical presence51:06 - How to get speaking opportunities01:00:20 - The minivan test01:04:36 - Mike answers your questionsIf 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:miketalks.cobestspeech.coAdam Driver’s TED TalkEpisode 54. Everything I Learned at ConvertKit's Craft + Commerce Conference (mind blown!)Click here to watch the free workshop so you can get legally protected right now!LEARN:Read Sam's Blog for the latest legal tips, podcast episodes & behind the scenes of building her seven-figure business.Listen to our customer stories to see how getting legally legit has helped 1,000s of entrepreneurs grow their own businesses.CONNECT:Get Sam’s weekly email full of legal tips, marketing advice to grow your brand, and the behind-the-scenes of building your own online business.Join the Free Legal Workshop to learn how to get your business legally legit™️ today!Follow Sam on Instagram for legal tips, business-building advice & daily food + Hudson picsLike us on FacebookFollow my podcast, On Your Terms®, on Instagram so you catch all our episodesSubscribe and follow on all podcast platforms and activate notifications for new episodesApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsCaptivateYouTubeFAV TOOLS:Kajabi // use Kajabi to sell your course, program, or even build your entire website. Get a 30-day free trial with my link.SamCart // what I use for my checkout pages and payment processing and LOVE. And no, not because it’s my name.ConvertKit // what I use to build my email list, send emails to my list, and create opt-in forms & pages.DISCLAIMER: Although Sam is an attorney she doesn’t practice law and can’t give you legal advice. All episodes of On Your Terms® are educational and informational only. The information discussed here isn’t legal advice and isn’t intended to be. The info you hear here isn’t a substitute for seeking legal advice from your own attorney.AFFILIATE LINKS: Some of the links we share here may be affiliate links, which means we may make a small financial reward for referring you, without any cost difference to you. You’re not obligated to use these links, but it does help us to share resources. Thank you for supporting our business!Mentioned 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

Aug 29, 2022 • 27min

54. Everything I Learned at ConvertKit's Craft + Commerce Conference (mind blown!)

I recently got back from ConvertKit’s Craft + Commerce Conference in Boise, Idaho and my mind was BLOWN!The online business world is changing and we all need to adapt. This conference brought together some of the biggest names in the industry, but also the up-and-comers who are trying new things and finding out what works.I’m going to share some of my biggest takeaways, why I went, what I had hoped to get out of it, and what people are missing out on when they don’t go to conferences. I’ll also give you the one takeaway that, if you were to only take one thing from this conference, will make a huge difference in your business.In this episode, you’ll hear…03:12 - Why I chose to attend Craft + Commerce (and why I almost changed my mind)17:35 - Blogging isn’t dead19:22 - The importance of diversifying your marketing strategy22:58 - Focusing on the big stuff and less on the trends35:02 - Getting down with your numbers37:00 - Titles are so important40:36 - Public speaking tips43:07 - Investing in your future self45:35 - Being high value*48:47 - Getting clear on what success means to you50:22 - Doing $10k workIn our review of the week, TadaSrah writes: "Sam is so knowledgeable and down to earth. I love listening to On Your Terms! Sam is incredibly knowledgeable and is an outstanding teacher! She makes the “less fun” legal parts of running a business actually interesting and enjoyable to learn. I’m also an Ultimate Bundle® member which has helped me tremendously in my business, so I was stoked when she started a podcast because I love learning from her! I listen while I’m doing chores around the house and I always feel like she’s right there talking directly to me. I can’t recommend it enough to anyone who is starting or running an online business. Thanks for all that you do Sam!"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:Tickets to next year's conference are on sale here: conference.convertkit.comConvertKit (affiliate link)Goal Setting, Productivity & Evergreen Content (Guest Episode with Louise Henry)Khe HyMike PacchioneCara ChaceDr. Ben HardyGlo AtanmoChloe WeaverTim UrbanSam Parr (The Hustle)Click here to watch the free workshop so you can get legally protected right now!LEARN:Read Sam's Blog for the latest legal tips, podcast episodes & behind the scenes of building her seven-figure business.Listen to our customer stories to see how getting legally legit has helped 1,000s of entrepreneurs grow their own businesses.CONNECT:Get Sam’s weekly email full of legal tips, marketing advice to grow your brand, and the behind-the-scenes of building your own online business. Join the Free Legal Workshop to learn how to get your business legally legit™️ today!Follow Sam on Instagram for legal tips, business-building advice & daily food + Hudson picsLike us on FacebookFollow my podcast, On Your Terms®, on Instagram so you catch all our episodesSubscribe and follow on all podcast platforms and activate notifications for new episodesApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsCaptivateYouTubeFAV TOOLS:Kajabi // use Kajabi to sell your course, program, or even build your entire website. Get a 30-day free trial with my link.SamCart // what I use for my checkout pages and payment processing and LOVE. And no, not because it’s my name.ConvertKit // what I use to build my email list, send emails to my list, and create opt-in forms & pages.DISCLAIMER: Although Sam is an attorney she doesn’t practice law and can’t give you legal advice. All episodes of On Your Terms® are educational and informational only. The information discussed here isn’t legal advice and isn’t intended to be. The info you hear here isn’t a substitute for seeking legal advice from your own attorney.AFFILIATE LINKS: Some of the links we share here may be affiliate links, which means we may make a small financial reward for referring you, without any cost difference to you. You’re not obligated to use these links, but it does help us to share resources. Thank you for supporting our business!Mentioned 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

Jul 25, 2022 • 25min

53. The Millionaire Myth in Online Business

A lot of people throw around the word “millionaire” but when you look at the numbers it’s clear they are using a different definition of millionaire. My goal isn’t to trash talk business owners who call themselves millionaires, but to encourage you to be a savvy consumer—of both businesses and content—and to be aware of this when you’re looking at your own numbers and feeling like you’re behind. In this episode, you’ll hear…02:07 - Why this industry needs a reality check11:29 - The difference between revenue and income13:04 - Understanding net worth17:17 - Not focusing solely on revenue18:47 - Why you should hold your industry to a higher standardIn our review of the week, Karly Wannos says: “The BEST no fluff, step-by-step podcast for Entrepreneurs. Sam Vander Wielen’s podcast, On Your Terms, is an absolute must for all entrepreneurs. The episodes are not only interesting and inspiring but will walk you through step-by-step on what you need to know to operate as a small business owner or entrepreneur. This podcast and Sam’s Ultimate Bundle® takes all the guess work and stress away from protecting your online business. This podcast is a total game-changer for anyone looking to start, grow or scale a business in 2022."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:Episode 48. Do You Need a Business Coach?Click here to watch the free workshop so you can get legally protected right now!LEARN:Read Sam's Blog for the latest legal tips, podcast episodes & behind the scenes of building her seven-figure business.Listen to our customer stories to see how getting legally legit has helped 1,000s of entrepreneurs grow their own businesses.CONNECT:Join the Free Legal Workshop to learn how to get your business legally legit™️ today!Follow Sam on Instagram for legal tips, business-building advice & daily food + Hudson picsLike us on FacebookFollow my podcast, On Your Terms®, on Instagram so you catch all our episodesSubscribe and follow on all podcast platforms and activate notifications for new episodesApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsCaptivateYouTubeFAV TOOLS:Kajabi // use Kajabi to sell your course, program, or even build your entire website. Get a 30-day free trial with my link.SamCart // what I use for my checkout pages and payment processing and LOVE. And no, not because it’s my name.ConvertKit // what I use to build my email list, send emails to my list, and create opt-in forms & pages.DISCLAIMER: Although Sam is an attorney she doesn’t practice law and can’t give you legal advice. All episodes of On Your Terms® are educational and informational only. The information discussed here isn’t legal advice and isn’t intended to be. The info you hear here isn’t a substitute for seeking legal advice from your own attorney.AFFILIATE LINKS: Some of the links we share here may be affiliate links, which means we may make a small financial reward for referring you, without any cost difference to you. You’re not obligated to use these links, but it does help us to share resources. Thank you for supporting our business!Mentioned 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

Jul 18, 2022 • 30min

52. What's a D/B/A and Do I Need One?

What is a d/b/a? You may have heard the term d/b/a before, but you don’t really understand what it is or whether or not you need one. Maybe you’ve already registered a d/b/a but you haven’t registered your business—is this out of order? Don’t worry, because I’ve got you covered! I’m going to teach you exactly what a d/b/a is, when you really need one, and how to go about getting one.In this episode, you’ll hear…03:51 - Common misconceptions about d/b/a05:31 - The problem with not having a d/b/a09:42 - What a d/b/a is and how it’s different from registration15:52 - How to know if you need a d/b/a20:06 - How to get a d/b/aIn this week’s review, Back_Around wrote: "Just what I needed! I'm so glad I found your podcast. I've learned so much! Thanks Sam!"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:Episode 9. How to Register Your Business to Protect Your Personal AssetsEpisode 17. 6 Legal Must Haves for Online BusinessesClick here to watch the free workshop so you can get legally protected right now!LEARN:Read Sam's Blog for the latest legal tips, podcast episodes & behind the scenes of building her seven-figure business.Listen to our customer stories to see how getting legally legit has helped 1,000s of entrepreneurs grow their own businesses.CONNECT:Join the Free Legal Workshop to learn how to get your business legally legit™️ today!Follow Sam on Instagram for legal tips, business-building advice & daily food + Hudson picsLike us on FacebookFollow my podcast, On Your Terms®, on Instagram so you catch all our episodesSubscribe and follow on all podcast platforms and activate notifications for new episodesApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsCaptivateYouTubeFAV TOOLS:Kajabi // use Kajabi to sell your course, program, or even build your entire website. Get a 30-day free trial with my link.SamCart // what I use for my checkout pages and payment processing and LOVE. And no, not because it’s my name.ConvertKit // what I use to build my email list, send emails to my list, and create opt-in forms & pages.DISCLAIMER: Although Sam is an attorney she doesn’t practice law and can’t give you legal advice. All episodes of On Your Terms® are educational and informational only. The information discussed here isn’t legal advice and isn’t intended to be. The info you hear here isn’t a substitute for seeking legal advice from your own attorney.AFFILIATE LINKS: Some of the links we share here may be affiliate links, which means we may make a small financial reward for referring you, without any cost difference to you. You’re not obligated to use these links, but it does help us to share resources. Thank you for supporting our business!Mentioned 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

Jul 11, 2022 • 1h 1min

51. Goal Setting, Productivity & Evergreen Content [ft. Online Business Strategist, Louise Henry]

Do you ever get to the end of the day and feel exhausted—but you can’t quite pinpoint what you actually did that day? It can feel overwhelming running an online business and trying to get all of your tools in order: Should you use Asana or ClickUp? Should you journal? How do you set reasonable goals? Where do you create content? It’s a lot to deal with!Thankfully, Louise Henry is joining me today to break it all down for you. We talk all about productivity, setting goals, and finding the content platform that works best for you. You can actually become a more productive entrepreneur while working less when you have organized systems and clarity around your daily priorities.In this episode, you’ll hear…03:18 - Who Louise Henry is and how she serves people13:53 - The unexpected parts of building an online business19:24 - Three tips when you’re starting your business23:59 - Getting started on YouTube29:52 - Seeing business results from social media33:35 - Why having organized systems is so important37:34 - Picking a productivity system45:40 - Setting goals for your online business53:07 - Using challenges to grow your businessIf 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:Join Uplevel with Asana and save $500 off your enrollment: samvanderwielen.com/uplevelUse Sam's email marketing system (ConvertKit): https://convertkit.com/?lmref=SiAv4QGet Your Free 30-day Asana trial: https://asana.grsm.io/jl6zx0q14eml (affiliate link)Click here to watch the free workshop so you can get legally protected right now!LEARN:Read Sam's Blog for the latest legal tips, podcast episodes & behind the scenes of building her seven-figure business.Listen to our customer stories to see how getting legally legit has helped 1,000s of entrepreneurs grow their own businesses.CONNECT:Join the Free Legal Workshop to learn how to get your business legally legit™️ today!Follow Sam on Instagram for legal tips, business-building advice & daily food + Hudson picsLike us on FacebookFollow my podcast, On Your Terms®, on Instagram so you catch all our episodesSubscribe and follow on all podcast platforms and activate notifications for new episodesApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsCaptivateYouTubeFAV TOOLS:Kajabi // use Kajabi to sell your course, program, or even build your entire website. Get a 30-day free trial with my link.SamCart // what I use for my checkout pages and payment processing and LOVE. And no, not because it’s my name.ConvertKit // what I use to build my email list, send emails to my list, and create opt-in forms & pages.DISCLAIMER: Although Sam is an attorney she doesn’t practice law and can’t give you legal advice. All episodes of On Your Terms® are educational and informational only. The information discussed here isn’t legal advice and isn’t intended to be. The info you hear here isn’t a substitute for seeking legal advice from your own attorney.AFFILIATE LINKS: Some of the links we share here may be affiliate links, which means we may make a small financial reward for referring you, without any cost difference to you. You’re not obligated to use these links, but it does help us to share resources. Thank you for supporting our business!Mentioned 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

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