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Can I place a blanket copyright on everything on my website?
Do you need to register your copyrights? Learn why registration can mean the difference between getting something or nothing from your copycat. Get instant access to a 66-minute actionable workshop so you can understand the value of registration. Plus get access to the workshop slide deck and a best practices workbook. What is a website […]
I have shop policies, but do I need terms of service?
Do you have online shop policies? That’s a great first step to establishing expectations with your customers. But…when something goes wrong, your shop policies likely won’t help. (Because they aren’t enforceable.) In this week’s Ask Kiff episode I share why you need both online shop policies and terms of service. (And don’t forget to leave […]
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. […]
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 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 […]
How to talk to your friends and family about net neutrality
I know that for many of us this has been a hard year. It feels like every day there’s a new injustice, someone acting badly, or actions that further marginalize and divide our country. And in times like this, it’s hard to stand up and fight every time we disagree. Because it feels like too […]
Join me Friday to get answers to your legal questions!
You have lots of questions about the legal aspects of your business. Join me Friday, November 17 to get answers to all your legal questions in a comfortable, conversational environment. Save your seat and leave your question! It can be scary, not to mention expensive, to ask legal questions. Maybe you worry that your question […]
Why you need shop policies—before you make your first sale
Building your e-commerce website? Then start by thinking about what happens when your first sale occurs. I’m a huge fan of reverse engineering. Starting at the end and working my way backward, step-by-step to make sure that I’ve got everything in place. I’ll admit, this planning process takes time. And planning isn’t everyone’s cup of […]
An Official Rules cheat sheet for your next blog giveaway
Ready to host your giveaway? The first step in hosting a giveaway is picking the type of giveaway you are hosting. But once you’ve done that, you turn to creating your Official Rules. Just for fun, let’s pretend I’m a fashion blogger and I’ve been approached by Ace Hotel to create a giveaway for my […]
Why you need to create an affiliate manual
the artist’s Courtyard Resource Affiliate Manual Checklist Grab a checklist you can use to easily create your affiliate manual. Members Only Not a member of the artist’s Courtyard? Join and get instant access to this resource and 100s of legal templates and tools to add ease to the legalese of running your creative business! You’ve […]
How to boost guest post quality by writing guidelines
the artist’s Courtyard Resource Guest Post Contract Template + Checklist Do you allow guest contributors on your website? Grab the guest post contract template and checklist. It will make sure you cover all your bases when putting together your guidelines. Members Only Not a member of the artist’s Courtyard? Join and get instant access to […]
5 practical ways to protect your content online
Do you need to register your copyrights? Learn why registration can mean the difference between getting something or nothing from your copycat. Get instant access to a 66-minute actionable workshop so you can understand the value of registration. Plus get access to the workshop slide deck and a best practices workbook. Do you ever have […]
5 mistakes you don’t want to make as an Amazon Associates
I know that you hate reading Terms of Service. But terms of service are there to outline the rules, expectations, and boundaries. They help you know what is and isn’t okay between you and your service providers. And knowing what these say and how they could impact your business is critical. Because you don’t want […]
Are you like the Wizard of Oz and fail to show yourself?
Do you remember being drawn into the wonder of the Wizard of Oz? I can vividly remember watching the Judy Garland version of the Wizard of Oz as a little kid. The Wicked Witch of the West and those flying monkeys terrified the crap out of me. Even sitting here writing this, thinking about them […]
5 things you need to move your Etsy business to your website
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 […]
Learning the Ropes: Rachel Mae Smith
I can’t believe that Rachel Mae Smith of The Crafted Life and I only met in person late this summer. We met when I had the chance to take a joint workshop from her and Lisa Anderson Shaffer. I’ve been following Rachel’s blog for ages and am a big fan of her work. And proof […]
Hosting a Periscope giveaway? The one thing you need to know
Thinking of hosting an end of the year or holiday giveaway? Great news! Through September 15, the artist’s Courtyard Guide-level members are being challenged to design a giveaway. One that helps them achieve a specific goal (e.g. sales, followers, subscribers, reach). Best of all, you can take the challenge for two weeks on me! Start […]
Are you breaking promises? Stop by creating a privacy policy
Do you know why your website needs a Privacy Policy? Great news! You can get instant access to a 35-minute workshop recording that not only explains the things you have on your website that make a Privacy Policy a requirement but how to create one without a bunch of legal jargon! Get instant access! I […]
The one change you need to make to your website terms of use
One of the keys to keeping your website visitors happy is to establish rules. These rules tell them what’s okay and what they can expect. You’d be right if you guessed that these rules go by the legal name of “terms of service” or “terms of use.” So you do the hard work, you brainstorm, […]
1 big mistake you are making in your blog income report
Are you a fan of blog income reports? I know that I am. I love the insight they give you on how other people are operating their businesses. It’s also nice to see the evolution of a business. Too many people think that it’s super easy to make passive income from your blog. And these reports […]
Where else can you use those awesome Etsy reviews?
A couple times a week I get a text message from a friend asking a “quick question.” Most of the time these questions aren’t quick. Which means I end up down a research rabbit hole trying to find the answer. But I try to be a good friend so I usually dig in and figure […]
Hosting a legit giveaway isn’t hard
Thinking of hosting an end of the year or holiday giveaway? Great news! Through September 15, the artist’s Courtyard Guide-level members are being challenged to design a giveaway. One that helps them achieve a specific goal (e.g. sales, followers, subscribers, reach). Best of all, you can take the challenge for two weeks on me! Start […]
The sweepstakes loophole: an alternative method of entry
When we started talking about giveaways, we learned that the formulas for a legit giveaway were: Sweepstakes: prize + random winner + no payment Contents: prize + payment + not a random winner I got several comments and emails after that post about the payment aspect and the notion of an “alternative method of entry”. […]
How to do a blog giveaway: 5 steps to a legit giveaway
Thinking of hosting an end of the year or holiday giveaway? Great news! Through September 15, the artist’s Courtyard Guide-level members are being challenged to design a giveaway. One that helps them achieve a specific goal (e.g. sales, followers, subscribers, reach). Best of all, you can take the challenge for two weeks on me! Start […]
How to quickly decide what kind of blog giveaway you are hosting
Thinking of hosting an end of the year or holiday giveaway? Great news! Through September 15, the artist’s Courtyard Guide-level members are being challenged to design a giveaway. One that helps them achieve a specific goal (e.g. sales, followers, subscribers, reach). Best of all, you can take the challenge for two weeks on me! Start […]
Being transparent about where the money comes from
I’m pretty cynical when it comes to reading blogs or scrolling through social media. I see a post where a brand is featured and I automatically assume it is sponsored content. While this isn’t a revenue stream for my business, I don’t fault anyone for utilizing it. If it works for your brand, more power […]
Letting visitors know your intentions + what you know
Do you know why your website needs a Privacy Policy? Great news! You can get instant access to a 35-minute workshop recording that not only explains the things you have on your website that make a Privacy Policy a requirement but how to create one without a bunch of legal jargon! Get instant access! As […]
How to establish house rules for your website
Overwhelmed by all the legal to-dos? Click here to get a free legal tip each week in your inbox from your friendly legal eagle. Your website is the virtual face of your business. Not only is it is an important business tool but it could be the only interaction people have with your business. I […]
You can’t use someone else’s website as your own
Earlier this year I got an email from a friend who works as a coach. She was in a tizzy, because she had gotten this odd email from a stranger asking her about the status of their project. At first she freaked out because she thought she had dropped the ball on something. She looked […]
Disclaimers: they are not just for affiliate/sponsor links
Pesky legal details build trust, increase transparency, and reduce stress for both you and your visitors. Click here to start a FREE 5-day email challenge that will help you create a privacy policy for your website. We’ve covered your terms of use and privacy policy. Now we are turning to the final piece of the puzzle: […]
Is your privacy policy transparent?
Do you know why your website needs a Privacy Policy? Great news! You can get instant access to a 35-minute workshop recording that not only explains the things you have on your website that make a Privacy Policy a requirement but how to create one without a bunch of legal jargon! Get instant access! Does […]
How to create terms of service for your website
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 […]
