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Taking your business online (part 2) (S5E140)

Legal Road Map®: copyright, trademark and business law info for online entrepreneurs

Release Date: 05/25/2020

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You’ve made the plans to take your business online, and decided on the basics we covered in part 1 of this series. Now what? 

Part of the beauty of starting an online business is that you can get up and running quickly, but there are still a few more things you need to tackle before you open your virtual doors.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

  • How the terms and conditions on your website are different from your terms of use with your paying customers, plus why you’ll want to use both, especially if you’re a course creator
  • The simple wording to include on your marketing materials, downloadables, and branding to protect your copyrights and trademarks
  • The types of service providers that need to use a more robust contract, plus what should be included in this type of contract
  • E-signing contracts vs. print, sign, scan and send back
  • The essential policies every online retail store should include on their website
  • Why you shouldn’t use a payment app like Venmo for your business
  • What you need to know about email and social media marketing rules

BONUS: If you’re starting something new, or coronavirus has spotlighted areas of your business that have you worried, now is a great time to make sure your business is in good shape legally. Download our free legal checklist to make sure your business has a strong legal foundation! 

Resources:

AWB Firm Contract Template Store: www.awbfirm.com/contract-templates

Episode 4 - Do I need an LLC or corporation for my business?: www.awbfirm.com/podcast4

Privacy Policy Contract Template: bit.ly/PrivacyPolicy_AWBFirm

This podcast is information, not legal advice specific to your situation.