We've all been there before with a nightmare client, right? And if you're new to business and haven’t had your share of stressful clients- it’s probably a matter of when not if. Less-than-ideal clients are an expected part of business ownership; however, if you haven't legally protected yourself, the damage they do can go far beyond headaches. Sticky client situations can lead to loss of significant amounts of revenue and time as well as decrease your emotional well being and increase your stres...
Nov 15, 2022•23 min•Season 4Ep. 28
Have you been sitting there pondering what 2023 is going to look like? Maybe you're wondering how you can achieve more next year- reach more people, scale your business to new heights, and even start bringing in new revenue streams! We’ve seen entrepreneur after entrepreneur talk about adding passive income to their business and the various revenue streams that have catapulted them to success. But what ideas are actually going to work in 2023? After all, we’ve seen in the past 2+ years, we want ...
Nov 08, 2022•27 min•Season 4Ep. 27
Have you been sitting there pondering what 2023 is going to look like? Maybe you're wondering how you can achieve more next year- reach more people, scale your business to new heights, and even start bringing in new revenue streams! We’ve seen entrepreneur after entrepreneur talk about adding passive income to their business and the various revenue streams that have catapulted them to success. But what ideas are actually going to work in 2023? After all we’ve seen in the past 2+ years, we want t...
Nov 01, 2022•34 min•Season 4Ep. 26
Do you find yourself wishing - DREAMING - of having more time? What would an extra 20 hours a month mean for you and your business? Let’s face it, as entrepreneurs we wear SO MANY hats (especially in the first few years of business as we start to pave our own path). CEO, CFO, assistant, customer service rep, tech support, designer, social media manager, therapist, coach, visionary… the list goes on and on . All of the roles and responsibilities on our plate can really take a toll on us as people...
Oct 25, 2022•36 min•Season 4Ep. 25
Have you heard the exciting news?! The Legal Paige now has contracts available for Canadians! If you are a Canadian entrepreneur, TLP can now help you get legally legit . In this episode of The Legal Paige podcast, I introduce the attorney we brought on board to help make Canadian Contracts come to life. Courtney is a Canadian lawyer with a general practice based in rural Saskatchewan. The bulk of her work as a lawyer is focused on corporate law, real estate, and wills and estate administration....
Oct 18, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 24
If you’re a photographer you know how hard you work to get the perfect shot. Between creating an ideal lighting scenario, mastering composition, choosing the correct lens, and ensuring your photo sessions run smoothly– you tell a story unlike any other. Many people don’t understand the astronomical amount of post-processing work that happens before a client ever sees their final images (which makes it even more frustrating when someone uses your work for their advertising without consent or paym...
Sep 20, 2022•34 min•Season 4Ep. 23
When it comes to the Covid-19 pandemic, we’ve come a long way since March 2020. National shutdowns and event restrictions are seemingly over (knock on wood) and many business owners are wondering whether they still need to address Covid-19 within their contracts. The short answer? Yes. The Covid-19 virus is still an issue, people are getting sick with new variants, and the CDC has kept quarantine measures in place for those that test positive. By no means is Covid-19 obsolete – but it also looks...
Sep 06, 2022•32 min•Season 4Ep. 22
Truth be told, social media hashtag strategies are becoming more complex by the day. The algorithms change on a dime and even seasoned business owners feel like they take one step forward and two steps back. Not to mention shadowbanning (where you can use one wrong hashtag that leaves you in the dark for an extended period of time) OR all the legal implications of using brand hashtags and potential copyright infringement. It can be tempting to crawl into a metaphorical hole and never touch socia...
Aug 30, 2022•26 min•Season 4Ep. 21
Boudoir Photography is a beautiful way for people to celebrate their bodies, reconnect with themselves, and boost their confidence. There’s something downright empowering about (tastefully) baring it all- especially for women who are busy juggling all the roles and rarely have time to get in touch with their inner selves. On Episode #137 of The Legal Paige Podcast, I sat down with Emily Sacco of Emily Sacco Boudoir to dive into all the beauty (and bummers) of running a luxury boudoir photography...
Aug 23, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 20
Imagine this: A wedding photographer booked a couple earlier this year. As the countdown grew closer to the big day, the monkeypox outbreak spread across the country, public health emergencies were declared, and the client spirals into a downright panic. The photographer opens up their email to find their client trying to get out of their contract due to the “national emergency”. Despite the photographers’ best customer service skills, the couple keeps persisting and states that the situation is...
Aug 10, 2022•32 min•Season 4Ep. 19
Imagine this: You’ve come up with a genius business idea and are 100% certain that it is THE next big thing. After much debate you brainstorm a name that is bound to go viral and quickly dig into bringing it all to life. You buy a website domain, grab the social media handle, and are well on your merry way to entrepreneurial success when you find out…someone else has your business name. *Cue sad trombone* Do you throw a tantrum? Contact the person and cause a scene? Look at trademarking the name...
Aug 09, 2022•24 min•Season 4Ep. 18
Is your dream job ‘travel influencer’? I don’t blame you! There’s something magical about the thought of traveling to the world’s most beautiful destinations, snapping awe-inspiring photos, and sharing your experiences with tens of thousands of fans. As with any career, there are laws and regulations in place even in the influencing space that you should be aware of before you pack your suitcase. In fact, a travel influencer was sued this spring for saying she was the first woman to travel to ev...
Jul 26, 2022•57 min•Season 4Ep. 17
In Episode #133 of The Legal Paige Podcast, I connected with wedding planner pro- Brandee Gaar - to dig into the legal, sticky situations that are common in the wedding planning industry ( especially with inflation driving up costs ), how to navigate destination weddings without hurting your bottom line, must-have clauses all wedding planners should have in their contracts , how to ensure you still get paid even if your client cancels last-minute, and so much more! If you are a wedding planner (...
Jul 12, 2022•50 min•Season 4Ep. 16
It’s that time of year again: WEDDING SEASON! If you’re a wedding photographer, you are right in the thick of busy weekends, back-and-forth communication, and a big editing queue. It's beautiful. It’s exhausting. And emotions are high. So what do you do when emotions are a little bit too high ? In this episode, I tackle the topic of the indecisive (and unhappy) client. FRAMING THE SITUATION One year ago your clients (both spouses!) signed your wedding photography contract and you had them list o...
Jul 05, 2022•26 min•Season 4Ep. 15
In Episode #131 of The Legal Paige Podcast, I went solo to chat about growing a legal (and enticing) associate photography program. As a former photographer myself, I have a special place in my heart for all my camera-slingin’ friends who want to grow a sustainable business. IMO, associates are a great place to start because they allow your business to be in multiple places at once WITHOUT adding more to your calendar. Whether you are new to the entrepreneurship game or a seasoned vet, this epis...
Jun 28, 2022•34 min•Season 4Ep. 14
In Episode #130 of The Legal Paige Podcast, I sat down with family photographer and educator, Jodi Lynn Buckles of Jodi Lynn Photography . Jodi Lynn and I had a wonderful discussion about the business side of family photography- an area that can feel overwhelming when your heart beats for capturing connection (not figuring out how to book out your calendar or avoid customer service issues). We chatted about the legal clauses you should have in your family photography contract, sticky situations ...
Jun 14, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 13
In Episode #129 of The Legal Paige Podcast, I sat down with beauty biz strategist, Tiyana Robinson, to uncover the legal woes in the solopreneur beauty industry + draw upon her entrepreneurial expertise. ( Spoiler alert: She is a treasure trove of amazing advice!) Many beauty professionals come from a traditional cosmetology school background or are self-taught artists that turned their passion into a lucrative side hustle. As every creative entrepreneur knows- sometimes the BUSINESS side of run...
Jun 07, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 4Ep. 12
In Episode #128 of The Legal Paige Podcast I’m covering the questions that most small business owners have about CONTRACTS! Do you need a contract? Will a contract really be beneficial to your business? Can you use one contract for a variety of purposes or do you need to purchase different types of contracts for each service? Tune in and I’ll share how contracts will *actually* change your business and whether you can use one template contract for all your needs! The Legal Paige Shownotes Episod...
May 17, 2022•28 min•Season 4Ep. 11
In Episode #127 of the podcast, I discuss Contract Cancellations and how to best go about them with clients (whether its because your clients want or need to cancel, or you’re needing to cancel for some reason). Obviously this issue is a touchy subject because no one ever intends to enter into a contract to terminate it before all parties have completed their performance. Also, sometimes cancelling can lead to bad tastes in clients mouths, yucky feelings all around, and bad reviews (which is the...
May 10, 2022•37 min•Season 4Ep. 10
In Episode #126 of the podcast, I discuss the clauses members of The Legal Paige Community WISHED they would have put in their contract. The truth is, there are certain clauses you should always have in your contract because they can save you a world of headaches + legal troubles- in this episode, you’ll hear my list of must-haves as well as insight from our community on clauses they regret not having. If you don’t take it from me, take it from them! The Legal Paige Shownotes Episode Highlights ...
May 03, 2022•28 min•Season 4Ep. 9
In Episode #125 of The Legal Paige Podcast, I chat with Adam Mason- a Washington D.C. based wedding photographer, mentor, and host of the Bearded Tog Podcast- about the #1 easiest way to avoid legal troubles with your clients (hint: it’s NOT contracts). As photographers continue to book sessions for the rest of 2022 and 2023, it’s so important to focus on avoiding legal troubles and putting customer service first. Adam has NEVER experienced any major legal debacles because he has mastered the ar...
Apr 26, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Business owner, are you dealing with a massive rise in costs of supplies and goods? Is it leaving you looking at current contracts, budgets, and amounts wondering how your business is going to survive? Maybe you've routinely practiced in your mind how you would tell your clients that the price has to increase... Only to immediately shy away from the conversation because you're not sure how to legally adjust pricing. Here's the thing inflation is predictable. It happens year after year, and as a ...
Apr 13, 2022•41 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Don't do it! Over here at TLP we don't recommend changing your contract language, it's there for a specific reason. Except in limited circumstances , which I am going to share with you because at one point or another any our journey as a business owner you will run into these situations. This is a tough subject to navigate on your own, which is why I am giving you my legal advice if you were my client emailing me this very question. First thing I want you remember is don't panic... TLP is here t...
Apr 06, 2022•51 min•Season 4Ep. 6
We are discussing one of my favorite topics both business wise and legal wise: growing your team. And, specifically, this episode is for photographers or wedding industry professionals who are building out an associate team. Which is why I wanted to have Grace Troutman on the podcast! Grace is a photographer, but also a business coach! Grace Troutman is a Midwest based wedding photographer and business educator. She also is the head of the Grace T Photo Team, and has a team of 3 associates who s...
Mar 23, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 5
I thought it was time that I gave all of you service-based business owners a COVID update. This is a tough subject to talk about because, I feel like it's unending and we're all a little bit sick of it. But it's no secret that there are various popping up left and right. The threat of COVID is still here and is probably unfortunately here to stay. With that means more questions from clients. The Legal Paige Shownotes Episode Highlights What changed from previous TLP updates regarding COVID and c...
Mar 09, 2022•50 min•Season 4Ep. 4
If you're ready to file an LLC yourself and take the DIY approach, I want you to know as much as possible to help you prepare to file. A Limited Liability Company (or an LLC), provides very similar protections as a corporation. But LLCs are easier, and much cheaper to form and run. It's a way for business owners to protect themselves from personal liability. It separates the personal liability from the business liability. The Legal Paige Podcast Shownotes Episode Highlights An in-depth look on h...
Feb 23, 2022•38 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Adventure Elopement Photography has seen an explosion post pandemic, and really since 2020. More intimate weddings were on the rise, people opted for smaller weddings opposed to the bigger events we traditionally saw. This brought on a whole layer of legal situations that needed to be addressed. Nina Larsen Reed is joining us today, to really break down those sticky situations and how to best protect your Adventure Elopement Photography business Nina Larsen Reed is a Colorado-based elopement pho...
Feb 02, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 2
What's the difference between 1099-MISC, 1099-K, and 1099-NEC Forms? Let's clear the confusion and understand what exactly each of these forms is needed and used for with the help of Brittney Suttle! Brittney is an Indianapolis-based CPA, founder of Knies & Co, a virtual CPA firm, and Prosper Simply, an online financial course catalog for business owners. She joins us on The Legal Paige Podcast to talk all about 1099s. If you have questions regarding getting your 1099s prepared and ready for...
Jan 12, 2022•50 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Taking time off is easier said than done, am I right?! I love my business. You love your business. We've poured our hearts and souls into them. Oftentimes though, we're so scared to take a vacation because we feel like things just can't run without us. Even though, as entrepreneurs, we actually need time to unplug. Taking that break is going to do us all a lot of good as the creative CEO of our business. Episode Highlights: How you can plan to actually take time off in 2022 Why it's so important...
Dec 22, 2021•23 min•Season 3Ep. 45
Hope Taylor is a senior portrait and wedding photographer serving both Charleston and Savannah joins us on The Legal Paige Podcast. If you are ready to get organized for Q1, or every quarter for that matter, this episode is for you! Hope began her business at 16 years old and decided as a senior in high school to pursue her business full time, instead of going to college. Eight years later, she teaches photographers and small business owners how to grow their business quickly and strategically. ...
Dec 15, 2021•44 min•Season 3Ep. 44
