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Certain legal projects are a waste of your time and money if…
Writing a business plan sounds like business basics, not legal. But it is because some legal projects waste your time and money if they don’t move you forward. Click through to read why and grab a FREE 1-page business plan.
If I reference photos or illustrations, how do I fill out my copyright registration application?
Do you use reference photos or illustrations when creating your work? Do you incorporate other’s work into your own? Then make sure you tune into this week’s episode where I share how to let the U.S. Copyright Office know this when you fill out your copyright registration application.
What is the right way to reference other brands/images in a product roundup?
Thinking about your holiday or year-end editorial calendar? Considering including a product roundup or gift guide? Then make sure you tune into this week’s episode where I share how to do it without ending up in legal hot water. Watch the video | Listen or download an audio-only version | Read the show notes | […]
What I learned from my website being hacked
Two weeks ago, I woke up to an ominous email in my inbox. It was from Google Search Console saying that a new website owner had been added to my account. I logged in and quickly realized that my website had been hacked. This is never the kind of thing that you want to happen. […]
If I’m the only owner of my LLC, how should I sign a contract?
Congrats you are an LLC! Now you have to act like one! In this Ask Kiff video, you’ll learn how your LLC should (and shouldn’t) sign a contract! Watch the video | Listen or download an audio-only version | Read the show notes | Read the transcript Show notes Read what else LLC’s are required […]
What I learned about multiple revenue streams from my juggling niece
This summer I took July and the first week of August off. I traveled and spent time with my family. And there was plenty of laughter and tears as we said goodbye to my Papa. The past several weeks hanging out with my niece, I learned the basics of juggling. Although I still can’t juggle […]
Tell me about your creative business!
I’m a legal nerd. Everywhere I turn, I see how the law applies to my (and your) creative business. My goal is to give you practical legal information that adds ease to the legalese of running your creative business. But I can’t do that if I don’t know about you. So today, I’m asking you: […]
What to check before using a free stock photo on your website or social media
Do you know that not all “free” stock photo sites are created equal? Join me for this week’s In Session and walk away knowing: the difference between Creative Commons license types why this is important what to check before using a photo reputable free stock photo sites Season 2 Episode 7 Live Broadcast Replay Season […]
How to get traffic to your shop and convert it into sales
Ready to turn your traffic into sales? Then you won’t want to miss the replay of this In Session workshop co-hosted with Arianne Foulks of Aeolidia. She shared the double whammy of how to get traffic to your website and convert it into sales! Arianne will help you understand: how to decide if your focus […]
Do you know why your website needs a Privacy Policy?
In Issue No. 2 of the artist’s Journal, the focus was on helping you elevate your online presence. In that Issue, I shared with you my Mad Libs templates to help you quickly and easily get both your privacy policy and terms of service up in a jiffy. While having terms of service is important, […]
How to increase trust by following these email marketing laws
I’m sure your email inbox is insane too. And because I like to close each day with Inbox Zero, I’m hyper-aware of who I do and don’t allow into my inbox. And at least once a week an email lands in my inbox that makes me frustrated and irritated. The sender of these emails is […]
How to use testimonials and reviews on the legal up and up
Raise your hand if there’s often a disconnect between what you know and what you do? You see, I know how powerful testimonials or reviews can be. I see them on product pages and they convince me to hit the buy button. I see them on sales pages and see how powerful they are at […]
How to increase sales by including these 7 legal details
Need to get your website ducks in a row? Play Website Policy Mad Libs and quickly get policies on your website Get your Mad Libs terms of service and privacy policy templates today so that you can have them up on your website tomorrow. Best of all these templates were updated in May 2018 so […]
Why ignoring LinkedIn might be a big missed opportunity in your creative business
Want help in learning how to leverage your LinkedIn profile to find new clients? In this free workshop replay, learn how to change your mindset around LinkedIn, from a boring, stuffy social network, to a no-fluff way to connect with clients. My guest co-host Becky Mollenkamp shares three ways you can elevate your LinkedIn game […]
