Legally Enlightened With Lisa Fraley

If you’ve been using legal documents for a while but you aren’t sure if they’re really covering your buns, this episode is for you. It’s one thing to use a Client Agreement or Website Terms and Conditions, but it’s another thing altogether to know whether or not they’re actually protecting you - or whether they have holes and vulnerabilities that expose you to risk. In this episode, you learn 4 easy steps to know whether or not your legal documents have your back.   In this episode, Lisa shares: 4 steps to find out whether your legal documents cover you  Step 1—Take inventory of your legal documents to see what legal documents you already have in place  Learn which key legal documents are most often needed when working with clients Step 2—For each legal document, ask yourself, “where did I get this document?” Step 3—Once you’ve identified the source of the legal document, have it reviewed by a lawyer who understands your work Why it’s beneficial to work with a lawyer who clearly understands your programs and

Most wellness and health coaches are aware of what foods are considered healthy and which foods don’t make the cut. However, when it comes to eating healthy, not everyone understands the important differences between physical hunger and emotional hunger. I’ve invited Jessica Procini to share 3 tips to help you really dive deep into the “why” of your hunger and learn the importance of eating with integrity so you can escape from emotional eating.   More about Jessica Procini: Jessica Procini is an Emotional Eating Healer and the founder of Escape From Emotional Eating®. She is on a mission to help others use food as fuel rather than a way to cope, soothe or escape their busy, stressful life. She consciously created and specifically designed Escape From Emotional Eating from her own emotional eating journey because Overeaters Anonymous didn’t resonate and therapy wasn’t enough when it came to getting help to fully end her fight with food. Now being 100% free from her compulsions with food, she helps others do t

“Do I REALLY need to use a Client Agreement? Can’t I just pull a few paragraphs together and use the same document for every kind of client I have?” I get asked these questions often because many entrepreneurs or coaches feel uncomfortable using different written Client Agreements with different types of clients. Yet, by not doing it, they put their income and program content on the line. In this episode, you’ll learn about 3 types of clients and why you want to use a different type of Client Agreement when working with each of them to protect your income, your program content and your brand.   In this episode, Lisa shares:  3 reasons to feel good about using Client Agreements  Which kind of Client Agreement to use with 3 different types of clients - including why they differ and how each one protects you  Use a Client Agreement with programs and services for your one-on-one clients Use a Client Agreement for Small Groups & Masterminds specifically designed for your Masterminds or small group programs Us

If you’re like a lot of my clients, you doubt yourself all the time. When you enter a new stage of your business, everything feels terrifying. “Confident” is the last thing that you feel when you’re setting up your business, stepping out of your comfort zone, or trying new things. When it comes to confidence, we don’t always feel like we have it, but we all desperately need it and want it. In this episode, you’ll learn 6 simple techniques to help you feel more confident during those times when you’re not feeling so confident.   In this episode, Lisa shares: What the “fraud factor” is and why we all have sleep-depriving fears and worries  What happens when you begin to show up confidently and professionally in your work Why Lisa believes the solar plexus chakra aligns with being confident and empowered 6 Simple Techniques to Feel More Confident Right Now Technique 1: Stop Beating Yourself Up Technique 2: Remember Who You Are Technique 3: Celebrate Your Wins  Technique 4: Resource Your Feelings by Borrowing Th

People often ask where the line is drawn when it comes to quoting someone else’s work in their program, book or on their website. Can you include a paragraph written by someone you admire? What constitutes copying or “stealing” someone else’s work versus what’s permissible? What can you do if someone copies content from YOUR book or website and puts it up on THEIR website? In this episode, you’ll gain some clarity about plagiarism and publishing, and what to do if people steal your work.   In this episode, Lisa shares: What constitutes plagiarism Whether you can you actually “steal” someone else’s words What is considered a violation of someone’s Copyright rights What “fair use” means and when it applies The safest thing to do when you want to include someone else’s work Suggestions for posting quotes or images on social media How to handle making recommendations for products  What to do if someone’s taken your work and posted it on THEIR website What a “DMCA Takedown Notice” involves  Other legal issues to

As an entrepreneur or business owner, you’ve most likely dealt with criticism from others and from within. It’s so easy to let that negative noise make you question everything you’re doing instead of trusting yourself.   For this episode, I talk with my gifted coach and spiritual healer Ixchel Lara. Over the past 6 years, Ixchel has watched me grow in my business, move blocks out of my way and really get to know my “true self”. You’ll learn how to dive deep into who you really are and drown out the noise of any fears, blocks and limitations you have. You’ll also learn two key benefits of listening to your true self and daily practices to connect to this part of yourself to guide you forward.   More about Ixchel Lara: Ixchel Lara is soul-centric coach, alternative therapist, and midwife to embodiment. She helps spiritual seekers crack open their true selves so that they can live a life of deep meaning, purpose and inspiration. Ixchel is committed to everyone having a bone-knowing of what they're truly capable

“Clean beauty” is gaining popularity but what does it really mean? I met Cheryl Giambattista at a health coaching event and I’ve asked her to share her incredible knowledge about why she's such a big believer in making simple swaps in your favorite recipes - and reducing your toxic load by using clean beauty products that love your body from the outside in!"   More about Cheryl Giambattista: Cheryl Giambattista is a Certified Holistic Nutrition Health Coach and Clean Beauty Advocate. With more than 10 years experience in health coaching, plus 2 Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Education, Cheryl is the Founder of her “Health Coach Cheryl” business and the “Simple Swaps to Slim Down Program” which helps you achieve your healthiest and leanest body you’ve ever had.  Cheryl’s journey into holistic health began after her son was diagnosed with Leukemia at age 4. As devastating as that experience was, Cheryl saw first-hand the difference good nutrition and lowering your toxic load makes for good health. As a wi

When you’re a leader of a business, one of the biggest worries is that you’ll disappoint people. By saying “no” to a request from a client or team member, you worry you’ll hurt your reputation or your relationships. In this episode, we talk about the critical role you play at the helm of your business and what it means to “wear the crown” as a leader of your company. I also share a personal story about my own struggle when I made an unpopular decision as a leader and disappointed people - and how I handled it.   In this episode, Lisa shares: What it means to stand as a leader in your business Why it’s important to learn when to say yes and when to say no as a leader  Lisa’s first public experience saying no and how she handled the negative ramifications  Why Lisa aligns leadership with the crown chakra  Why being a leader involves holding boundaries and making courageous decisions    Resources:Easy Legal Steps - download the first book chapter free! Episode 43 - My Favorite Ways to Get Out of My Head and In

Do you follow Divine Nudges in your life or your business? Do you tune into your intuition to guide you when you’re making decisions? Do you ever have powerful intuitive messages that you followed and you later it protected you from harm? That’s exactly what happened to me. This episode is inspired by Chapter 6 of my book Easy Legal Steps and also a very personal story actually being in Las Vegas during the shooting and the Divine Nudge saved my husband Scott and me from being harmed.   In this episode, Lisa shares:  Why for most of her life Lisa didn’t think that spirituality and logic could co-exist. What the “Divine Nudge” was that Lisa received and what prompted her to listen to it. Where Lisa was just two hours before the Las Vegas Shooting occurred. How Lisa’s family and friends reacted to the news of the Shooting. Lisa’s experience leaving Vegas the morning after the Shooting. Why Lisa believes the Universe gave her a “Divine Nudge” and protected Scott and her from harm.  Lisa’s reflection on talking

In this episode, intuitive guide Heather Alice Shea and I talk about how to tap into your intuition, the role intuition can play for you in your work, and how your intuition can positively impact your daily decisions. Heather took a courageous leap by creating a professional intuitive coaching program based on scientific research. She’s dedicated to helping others have a deeper understanding of intuition and how to step into really owning their intuitive gifts.  More about Heather: Heather Alice Shea, M.S., is an Intuitive Life Coach, Life Coach Trainer, and Intuition Educator who helps emerging coaches hone and own their innate intuitive abilities and create one-of-a-kind platforms that book their business solid. She is the founder of Atmana Coaching Academy, the world’s first Intuitive Life Coach Training & Business Development Company that formally integrates intuition into the coaching process. She is the host of The Everyday Intuitive Podcast, and her work has been featured in top publications like

Clients have told me that they’re reticent to use legal documents because they don’t want to create or attract “negative energy.” They fear that if they put Website Terms & Conditions in place or use a Client Agreement that they’re acting from a place of fear and drawing unsavory situations towards them. In this episode, we walk through 5 reasons why using legal documents might feel non-spiritual, and talk about how you can use legal documents and still be deeply spiritual.    In this episode, Lisa shares: 5 Reasons Why using Legal Documents might feel non-spiritual. Reason #1: You’re sending a signal that might attract negative attention.   Reason #2: You’re giving attention to what you don’t want instead of what you do want.  Reason #3: You’ll attract lunatics and give people a reason to get angry with you.  Reason #4: You’ll be restricted and feel bound by the language in legal documents.   Reason #5: You won’t be perceived as truly spiritual and may be considered a hypocrite.  5 Ways to pivot so you

What do you need to know when hiring your team? What kinds of contracts should you use? What questions should you ask when interviewing them? This episode is packed full of legal tips for hiring 4 key team members (your virtual assistant, website/graphic designer, accountant and lawyer) including how to know who to hire first, what questions to ask when interviewing them, and what sections need to be in your contracts when bringing them on board to support or protect your business.    In this episode, Lisa shares:  Different types of team members and how to know who you should hire first The pros and cons of hiring new team members  Hiring your team members as Independent Contractors vs. Employees What legal documents you need for working with Independent Contractors Why Lisa aligns contracts with the sacral chakra  What legal documents you need for your team 6 key sections that should be in your Agreement for Hiring a Virtual Assistant 8 key sections that should be in your Agreement for Hiring a Website Des

The first step to Trademarking your brand is to do a Trademark Search. The purpose of a Trademark Search is to identify potential conflicts with existing registered Trademarks so you can assess whether it’s wise to move forward with a Trademark Application. I recommend that you have an attorney help you with the Trademark Search, but clients often ask me, “What are the risks if I do a Trademark Search on my own?” In today’s episode, we’ll identify the 2 biggest risks to watch for when doing a Trademark Search on your own.   In this episode, Lisa shares:  What a Trademark is and how it protects you The main benefit of Trademarking 2 big risks of doing a Trademark Search on your own  What can happen if you rely solely on an “initial search” in the USPTO database Why what is “confusingly similar” to the USPTO might not be apparent to you Why I recommend having a lawyer experienced in Trademarking help you with a Trademark Search  Why I believe having a Trademark is a “crown jewel” for a small business owner   

Facebook Groups can be an easy way to create authentic connections with clients and expand your reach. In his episode, I’ve invited my long-time friend and business coach Kathleen LeGrys to share how she’s mastered the ability to connect Facebook Groups with emails, Facebook Lives and other tools to increase the energy and interaction of the group. Kathleen shares 4 usable tips to help you create an effective Facebook Group to showcase your expertise and build a tight-knit community. More about Kathleen: Kathleen LeGrys is the founder of Health Coach Solutions, and the co-host of The Wellness Business Podcast. She has helped thousands of health and fitness professionals around the world transform their business and generate more revenue.  Her mission is to provide health coaches with the tools and resources they need to have a thriving business and help their clients get the best results. She created Health Coach Solutions as a way to help health coaches find top-quality programs and resources in one locatio

When you use a Client Agreement, you get clear about payment, communication and time boundaries which actually shifts the way you show up in your relationship with your clients. But, did you know that using a Client Agreement aligns energetically with your sacral chakra to support the growth of your income and creativity? In this episode, we’re talking about how client documents support your sacral chakra and why this is an unexpected “spiritual side effect of the law.”   In this episode, Lisa shares:  How Lisa connects legal documents with energy work and why it helps you grow and support your business 7 Energetic Shifts which can result from using a Client Agreement Why Lisa believes using a Client Agreement aligns with your sacral chakra to support your income and abundance  Examples of Time Leaks and how to plug them Examples of Money Leaks are and how to plug them Examples of Energy Leaks are and how to plug them Why Client Agreements help you set and enforce your boundaries in a loving way   Free Gift

Whether it’s for work or at home, we’re constantly making choices about how we spend our time. Our society praises busyness and it’s easy to forget that we create our own lives. We struggle to remember we have the power to design a life that includes more peace and less stress. I’ve invited Paula Rizzo to share strategies from her new book Listful Living which includes journaling in such a simple, easy way to create a life you truly love!     More about Paula: Paula Rizzo is an Emmy-award winning television Producer, best-selling Author, and a Media Trainer and strategist. She's also the founder of ListProducer.com and author of Listful Thinking: Using Lists to be More Productive, Highly Successful and Less Stressed and Listful Living: A List-Making Journey to a Less Stressed You. As a former senior health producer for Fox News Channel for more than a decade, she produced segments with a range of top experts, including JJ Virgin, Jillian Michaels, and Deepak Chopra. A media veteran for nearly 20 years, she al

You hear accountants, lawyers and financial planners kick around the word “assets.” But, what exactly ARE assets? How do you know if you have any personal or business assets worth protecting right now? (You might be surprised to know that you likely do!) What should you do to protect them? In this podcast episode, we demystify the world of assets and break down the 2 main types of assets and 4 common ways to protect them.  In this episode, Lisa shares: A general definition of assets    What falls into the 2 main categories of assets for small biz owners: personal assets and business assets 4 important ways to protect your assets  Why you should use legal documents such as Client Agreements, Terms of Use, and Joint Venture Agreements in your business How a business entity like an S-Corp or LLC protects your business assets   How creating a Will and/or Trust can protect your personal assets  How Trademarks and Copyrights protect your intellectual property Why Lisa aligns corporate entities to protect your asse

Ask business owners if they want to earn a million dollars and chances are they’ll say “Yes!” However, as humans, we are hard-wired to let our subconscious minds drive our actions which can prevent us from achieving what we truly want and deserve. In this episode, I talk with Belinda Ginter, Emotional Kinesiologist and Mindset Expert, about common issues surrounding our relationship with money including imposter syndrome and the effect of money on relationships. Belinda shares practical ways to remove emotional blocks so you can be free to embrace a millionaire mindset.  More about Belinda: Belinda Ginter is an industry leader in Emotional Kinesiology & Success Mentoring. She’s a trained emotional Kinesiologist certified in BET and Mindset Expert with over 5 years of experience with 6,000 plus clinical coaching hours, working with thousands of clients worldwide. She has graced the stages in over 6 different countries and all over Canada and the United States.  She prides herself of leaving the crowd bette

Waivers versus Contracts…. What are they – and what’s the difference between them? How do you know when you’re supposed to use a Waiver? When should you use a Contract instead? In this podcast episode, we clear up the confusion between Waivers and Contracts so that you can know when to use Waivers and when to use Contracts to protect yourself. In this episode, Lisa shares:  What a Waiver is and how it protects you  When and why a Waiver will not hold up in court What a Contract is and why you should put it in writing  How to know when to use a Waiver and when to use a Contract Different examples of when you’ll use Waivers or Contracts   Why Lisa aligns Waivers with the root chakra and Contracts with the sacral chakra   Resources:Easy Legal Steps - download the first book chapter free! Episode 52 - Legal 101 for Fitness Instructors and Yoga Teachers Episode 60 - Legal Documents for Hosting Workshops and Retreats Episode 10 – Do You Have to Print and Sign a Contract? Episode 36—Don’t Miss these 5 Sections in

For healers, coaches, therapists, and heart-centered entrepreneurs, there seems to be one common theme…it’s hard to set boundaries. When you’re a “giver” and you just want to help people, it’s not always easy to create boundaries to honor yourself. Stretching your boundary muscle is an act of courage – and it takes patience. In today’s podcast episode, we discuss boundaries and why it’s so difficult to set them and keep them. In this episode, Lisa shares: What boundaries are and why they’re important  The true cost of overgiving and having flimsy boundaries  How our mindset to be nice can negatively impact our income The consequences of not having strong boundaries  Why it’s hard for us to say no to others and yes to ourselves How using a “mini-script” can help you set clear boundaries  Why having a “boundary practice” is important How having a Client Agreement benefits both you and your clients  Why Lisa aligns boundaries and Client Agreements with the sacral chakra  Resources:Easy Legal Steps - download