Our guest today is an “accidental entrepreneur”, after listening to her journey, we happen to love accidents now! Episode Introduction: She started with a website that was so “terribly designed” that she wants to block it out of her memory, today - she rules the design industry. Our guest today is a true example of the wonders that can come out of choosing progress over perfection. Episode Summary: Bonnie Bakhtiari shares the recipe to her secret sauce of success which was marrying her skills wi...
May 06, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 35
Our guest today spent years disrupting the health industry so that you wouldn’t have to struggle with body image issues the way she did. Episode Introduction: Dee Gautham is the founder of The Boss Body Method of coaching to help women get into their best shape ever, not just physically but mentally as well. In today’s episode, she shares her views on body image issues as well as how she’s working towards making sustainable changes to one’s health instead of following random diets here and there...
Apr 29, 2021•53 min•Ep. 34
Time to kill some of those well-known rumors about all things Copyright! Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat With Girija, we’ll be debunking some of the major myths that surround the topic of copyright. Episode Summary: Girija Patel walks you through the importance of copyright and how it elevates your legal protection. She also talks about some of the most commonly heard myths about copyright and debunks them while giving you tangible solutions to all your copyright issues. Mai...
Apr 22, 2021•13 min•Ep. 33
Our guest today fought all odds to become successful in life and now she works on sharing her wisdom with other women to help them feel empowered. Episode Introduction: Our guests today walks us through her journey from being bound to marry at the age of 20 to graduating as a lawyer in the UK and passing the bar in New York. Today’s episode is truly a testament to what can be achieved if one believes in themselves and channels their faith towards their goals. Episode Summary: From building a car...
Apr 15, 2021•45 min•Ep. 32
Our guest today shares with us a variety of experiences right from his love of music to his walking in the wilderness period to now being a successful entrepreneur. Episode Introduction: Graham Cochrane walks us through his journey of failing to be successful at what he was passionate about and yet ending up building the creative career of his dreams. Episode Summary: This episode is a testament to the wonders that can be done in one’s life if only they start working smart instead of working har...
Apr 08, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 31
If you thought that using social media comes without rules, think again! Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat With Girija, we’ll be talking about the unspoken yet very essential rules that one must adhere to when they use social media. Episode Summary: Girija Patel walks you through the unspoken rules of social media that you wouldn’t even have thought of otherwise. These rules look fairly simple but not following them can have a catastrophic legal impact on your business. Unspok...
Apr 01, 2021•12 min•Ep. 30
Our guest today transformed her passion for helping people into an organizational development hub for CEOs looking to expand their business teams. Episode Introduction: From spending over a year in a foreign country to having her enthusiastic spirit crushed, only to flourish in her field of expertise later - Haley Grayless walks us through her journey of creating Växa Collective, an organizational development hub. Episode Summary: Haley Grayless tells us about everything from her immense love fo...
Mar 25, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 29
Our guest today shares the true meaning and significance of authenticity for individuals in their professional and personal lives. Episode Introduction: Erika Gerdes shares her journey of “graduating” from Google to finding her true professional purpose in life. Today, Erika is an authenticity coach who helps several other individuals with the “Art of Undoing”. Episode Summary: Erika Gerdes brings us along for the happening journey of her life where she shares several personal details that shape...
Mar 18, 2021•1 hr 13 min
If you’re in the event planning industry, here’s everything you need to know about the perfect client contract. Get Your Free Downloadable: https://www.gbplaw.com/essentials-of-an-event-planner Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat With Girija, we’ll be covering the essentials of a client contract for event planners. Episode Summary: Girija Patel walks you through the seven essentials of a client contract in the event industry and also gives you a detailed description of how to ge...
Mar 11, 2021•12 min•Ep. 27
Our guest today went from wanting to be an assassin to being a social media content coach. Episode Introduction: Keri Henry shares her journey of becoming a social media content coach along with her top tips and strategies to master video content on TikTok and Instagram Reels. If you’re looking to boost your social media engagement, this episode is for you! Episode Summary: Keri Henry walks us through the several hats that she’s worn in her professional journey before she ended up as an entrepre...
Mar 04, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 26
Our guest today comes from a family of entrepreneurs. She shares with us her journey, the challenges she faces, the struggles she overcame, and the wins she celebrated. Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat With Girija, Dr. Liz DuBois joins us to share her journey of taking the leap from researching to coaching to form a genuine connection with people and in order to make an immediate impact. Episode Summary: Dr. Liz DuBois walks us through the challenges she faces in her entrepre...
Feb 25, 2021•54 min•Ep. 25
Today I’ll be sharing a few quick tips to get your online business started and help its growth. Episode Introduction: In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing some really simple yet significant details that most entrepreneurs miss out on when their business is just starting. These will help you in making the most out of your efforts and elevate your business’ growth. Episode Summary: Whether you’re thinking of starting your online business, just started one, or have an established business already, t...
Feb 18, 2021•15 min•Ep. 24
Our guest today helps others show up confidently on video in order to embrace their personal brand and scale their business. Episode Introduction: From trying out TV news as an exploratory activity to anchoring for television news and now supporting corporate professionals who want to fully utilize the power of video and create a greater impact in the world - Cheryl Tan is definitely your go-to person for all things video. Join this episode of Law Chat With Girija where she shares her journey an...
Feb 11, 2021•55 min•Ep. 23
Our guest today is a tech-expert and she now helps other entrepreneurs DIY the technical aspect of their business so they can seamlessly navigate the logistics. Episode Introduction: Shannon tells us about her journey of working under someone else to turning her life around with one unexpected web-designing gig. She walks us through her entrepreneurial journey. Episode Summary: Shannon shares with us how her fear of being dependent on another organization’s well-being for her paychecks is what g...
Feb 04, 2021•58 min•Ep. 22
All set to make a business pivot? Here’s how to do it protected. Episode Introduction: In today’s episode, I’ll be talking about the legal aspect of pivoting and what to keep in mind in order to build a solid legal foundation for your business. Episode Summary: If you’re all set to take the next big step in your business this year, then today’s episode is for you! Join me as I walk you through the legal obligations you need to keep in mind while planning on a business pivot or diversifying your ...
Jan 28, 2021•20 min•Ep. 21
Looking to pivot and diversify your product suite? Tune in for a walkthrough! Episode Introduction: In today’s episode, I’ll be talking about pivoting in 2021 and diversifying your product suite so you can be more efficient in generating revenue from multiple streams while being strategic about your business. Episode Summary: Whether you’re looking to extend your product suite, adapt to little changes, or make a major pivot, in today’s episode I’ll be walking you through the process and a step-b...
Jan 21, 2021•29 min•Ep. 20
She went from pursuing acting to being a fierce leader in the wedding industry and a marvelous podcast host. Listen to today's Law Chat episode featuring Renee Dalo. Episode Introduction: In today’s Law Chat episode, we are accompanied by Renee Dalo who shares with us her journey from being a broadway actress to being a wedding planner and now creating top-notch resources for other people in the industry through her e-courses and her podcast, Talk With Renée Dalo. Episode Summary: Renee Dalo sha...
Jan 14, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 19
Welcome to part three of the three-part new year episode series! GET YOUR LEGAL AUDIT CHECKLIST HERE. Episode Introduction: In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing the Legal ABCs with you that will help you set up a solid legal foundation for your business this year. Episode Summary: I’ll be walking you through important legal terminologies that you must equip yourself with in order to keep your business legally protected in 2021. These are the basics broken down into the simplest language so that y...
Jan 07, 2021•25 min•Ep. 18
Welcome to part two of the three-part new year episode series! Episode Introduction: In today’s episode, I’ll be telling you all about preparing yourself for 2021 with the help of tools like goal setting and vision casting. Episode Summary: I’ll be walking you through how I set my goals for the upcoming year and also share what are some of the tricks that help me stay efficient and goal-oriented throughout the year. Girija’s Step By Step Plan For 2021 Goal Setting: Write down all your goals on w...
Dec 31, 2020•17 min•Ep. 17
Episode Introduction: In today’s episode, I’ll be talking about 2020. This year has been overwhelming, emotionally, physically, and mentally which is why I wanted to take some time to reflect upon how much has happened this year and share my observations with you. Episode Summary: This episode is the first of a three-part new year series. I’ll be walking you through what I appreciate about 2020, and what lessons I’ve learned too. I talk about some of the challenges that I faced this year and how...
Dec 24, 2020•13 min•Ep. 16
Our guest today went from being a chef to working in the IT industry to being in the field of martial arts and is now a practicing attorney for the last fifteen years. Episode Introduction: In today’s Law Chat episode, we are accompanied by Neil Tyra who shares with us his vivid list of experiences in various professions. He shares where he began from, what he’s done in life and what he plans to do. He also speaks about the importance of continuously educating oneself. Episode Summary: Neil Tyra...
Dec 17, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 15
Our guest today went for a job interview and ended up buying that very business instead. Episode Introduction: In today’s Law Chat episode, we are accompanied by Megan Gillikin. Meghan is the owner of A Southern Soiree Wedding and Event Planning. She tells us about her journey from going to A Southern Soiree in hope of a job interview and ending up buying the entire business instead. Episode Summary: Megan Gillikin walks us through her entire journey from working at the reception to being the ve...
Dec 10, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 14
Our guest today is a cyber genius by the day and a fashionista all the time. She’s bringing plus size positivity on Law Chat’s mic! Episode Introduction: In today’s Law Chat episode, we are accompanied by Emily Bastedo. Emily is a cybersecurity analyst and a fashion blogger. She shares with us the major challenges she’s had to face as a plus-size influencer as well as her moments that have disrupted the plus-size influencer industry completely. Episode Summary: Emily Bastedo walks us through her...
Dec 03, 2020•49 min•Ep. 13
Our guest today has done it all, from being a ghostwriter to a VA to a PR Manager to a successful blogger, a mom of six, and a booked out coach for mompreneurs. Episode Introduction: In today’s Law Chat episode, we are accompanied by Lani Jackson. She’s an entrepreneur who wears several hats. She’s on the Law Chat mic today to share with us what her journey of being a successful blogger and mompreneur looks like and every single hardship she’s faced along the way. Episode Summary: Lani Jackson w...
Nov 19, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 12
Our guest today built her entire business for YOU to be heard, seen, appreciated and loved. Find out how! Episode Introduction: In today’s Law Chat episode, we are accompanied by the founder of the one-stop-shop for bloggers. She has built her entire business around creating a go-to resource for all your blogging needs. Episode Summary: Bree Pair walks us through her journey of pursuing graphic designing, working at a 9-5, travelling across the nation in a truck for one year and then finally rea...
Nov 12, 2020•59 min•Ep. 11
Imagine not going shopping -- sounds simple, right? Now imagine not shopping for anything for a whole year. Our guest today did it and she’s here to share her experience. Episode Introduction: In today’s Law Chat episode, we are accompanied by a true minimalist who tells her how she turned her life around by realizing the importance of what she already had as opposed to always chasing for more. Episode Summary: Miranda Anderson walks us through her journey where she had always been used to indep...
Nov 05, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 10
From planning her son’s baptism to being a booked-out event planner, our guest today on Law Chat will show you how to party and hustle like a true Venezuelan. Episode Introduction: In today’s Law Chat episode, we are accompanied by a super talented party planner, Macy Lima. She tells her all about the beginning of her journey as a decorator, some of the biggest milestones in her business, what she struggled with, and how she made it big for herself. Episode Summary: Macy Lima walks us through ev...
Oct 29, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 9
Do you ever wonder what your life would look like if you were to change your career to do something that you’ve never done in your life before? Our guest today did and then she almost changed the name of her business from Macaron to Macaroni, listen to find out more. Episode Introduction: In today’s Law Chat episode, we are accompanied by a holistic wellness practitioner who turned into a phenomenal pastry chef. Sukaina Rajani shares her journey with us, the hardships she faced in life, which le...
Oct 22, 2020•59 min•Ep. 8
In today’s Law Chat, we have a recovering perfectionist with us. She started her business on her own terms because she knew that she was meant for the entrepreneur life. She ditched the big corporate giants and paved her path to support small businesses with her skills. Episode Introduction: In this episode of Law Chat With Girija, we are accompanied by an entrepreneur at heart, Kelly McInturff. She tells us about the beginning of her entrepreneurial journey, her pivot into it and how she built ...
Oct 15, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 7
From being passionate about computer science to helping developing countries’ medical care systems around the world, our guest today is here to share her tipping point. Episode Introduction: In this episode of Law Chat With Girija, we are accompanied by a true hero, someone who has dedicated her life to helping uplift the medical conditions in developing countries around the world. Dr. Natasha Kathuria (MD), who’s an active member and the Global Outreach Doctors shares her journey of what led he...
Oct 08, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 6
