When small business owners think about up-leveling in business or reaching the next stage of growth, more often than not business and mindset coaches come to mind.
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Here at TM Solicitor we are Australian business lawyers who focus on providing small business legal expertise to our clients because we love it; we’re good at it, and it’s our passion.
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As a small business owner, there is so much to do. You wear all the hats; do all the things, and if you’re not careful you can end up on the hamster wheel going around and around, and around (you get the drift).
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I didn’t have aspirations when I was young to become a small business lawyer. I wanted to become a criminal defence lawyer and save the world one client at a time. Fast forward to now, I’ve practiced in various areas of law, including criminal defence, and I have spent time teaching law, too.
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Selling your business can be stressful, full of uncertainty and costly. It doesn’t have to be this way. Getting legal advice early on makes good financial sense when selling your business. You will know that my business is built on the foundation of ‘prevention is better than cure’.
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As coaches, our interactions are becoming more digital every day. So, if the delivery is digital (online), can the entire onboarding process be digital too? The million dollar question that I am asked all the time by my coach clients is can you sign legal documents online?
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Are you a director of a company or are you planning to become one? If so, there have been some changes to the Corporations Act 2001 (Corporations Act) that are important to be aware of. From November 2021 you are required to register for a Director Identification Number. We’ve summarised all of the key information below, but please get in touch if you have any further questions.
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Sending your business contacts special offers, opportunities and other marketing information can be a wonderful way to grow your business. However, Australia has strict laws in place around mailing lists and other ways of reaching out to your customers and clients. In this article, we break down some of the key things you need to know about these laws, and how they apply to your business.
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Are you hooked on podcasts?
Podcasts can be such a valuable and easy way to learn from business professionals in a range of areas that are helpful and relevant to small business owners. We have put together the following list of podcasts that we find to be packed with value for small business owners.
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The number 7 enjoys a long history of positive associations across many different cultures. There are 7 days in a week, 7 colours in a rainbow, and 7 wonders of the ancient world. In the tradition of positive associations with the number 7, we have put together 7 legal requirements for small business to help you.
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The success of your business is important and marketing yourself online through your website and social media is an important way to ensure that success. However, marketing yourself online also makes it possible for anyone to copy and use your content. As you know we firmly believe that in business, prevention is better than cure. So how can you protect your business online? Set out below are 3 steps you can take to ensure you're protected.
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A privacy policy sets out for consumers (visitors to your website, for example, and your clients) what personal data your business is collecting; what is being done with that personal data (aka is it stored safely), and explains when you will disclose that personal data (whilst you and I know that you won’t disclose your client personal data unless you are required to by law, it is nice to actually let people know this).
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The value of the right team and being surrounded by the right people in business can be priceless – and in my experience can mean the difference between surviving and thriving. This can start with growing your team in the traditional sense, aka by engaging employees or contractors.
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“How much does a lawyer cost” is something that gets asked a lot. Any rightly so. As business owners, we all need to plan expenses, and we need to know that our spending fits within our budget.
But how do you get an accurate gauge on what the real cost of an Australian business lawyer really is?
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When a business is ready to grow, outsourcing can be a fantastic way to grow with a real focus on strengths and skills. There is a lot to know though, about what you need to be aware of when looking to engage independent contractors in your business. In this article, we are going to provide you with a summary of the key points to consider when it comes to the law and engaging independent contractors in your business.
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When it comes to the workplace, maternity leave can be so important in allowing for the postpartum phase to be one of healing and focusing on your baby. However, as your belly grows and your due date quickly approaches, the planning can become daunting and confusing. There some are really important questions that need to be considered.
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The number of businesses selling online is increasing, and this is no surprise. The digital age in which we live, along with the level of social and economic uncertainty has seen the rise of the necessity of businesses to ‘pivot’ to remain viable (and in many cases, thrive), and to keep up with consumer demands. If you have or are thinking about moving to online selling in your business, then these 5 Legal Tips for Selling Online are for you.
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You’re ready to grow your team in your small business. Congratulations! This is a huge milestone and can be met with a lot of excitement and enthusiasm. It can also be a time of uncertainty though, whilst trying to navigate your way through a new chapter in your business, and making sure you do all the right things as a new employer can become overwhelming - but it doesn’t have to be that way!
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Clever use of technology in a small business can be the difference between running a smooth operation (like a well-oiled machine!) or a fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants and hope for the best style of business. Take a look at some of the most common tech tools that I see used amongst my colleagues and clients (and several that I use myself). This technology can help by streamlining, systemising, automating, and securing data.
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The reality is that there is so much to do when starting your new business. There is so much to know, and let’s be honest, there’s so much we don’t know! Here are my tips for what to focus on when starting your new business and how to keep business costs down early on.
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