Increasing Your Team: How to Hire Help Without Hurting Your Business
Smart Scaling, Legal Confidence Sharon L. Tasman, Esq. Smart Scaling, Legal Confidence Sharon L. Tasman, Esq.

Increasing Your Team: How to Hire Help Without Hurting Your Business

Your business is thriving, but you've reached a point where you can't manage everything on your own anymore. It's time to bring in help. But how do you do this effectively while ensuring your business continues to flourish and you're legally protected?

This guide dives into the essential steps to take when strategically increasing your team, whether you're considering independent contractors, employees, or third-party vendors. We'll cover identifying your true needs, navigating critical worker classification rules, the power of clear written agreements, and key legal considerations for every type of team member. Proactive planning is key to sustainable growth and safeguarding your business.

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Do You Know Your Value?
IP Essentials, Legal Confidence, Smart Scaling Sharon L. Tasman, Esq. IP Essentials, Legal Confidence, Smart Scaling Sharon L. Tasman, Esq.

Do You Know Your Value?

As a consultant, coach, or freelancer, you're likely creating valuable intellectual property – from unique tools and processes to content and logos – without even realizing its worth. This IP, whether protected by copyright, trademark, trade secret, or patent, holds significant value for your clients. Are you recognizing this value in your pricing and taking steps to protect these crucial assets?

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Don't Wait Until It's Too Late

Don't Wait Until It's Too Late

As a consultant or freelancer, you might think the "legal stuff" begins when you sign a client agreement. But what about those crucial pitch meetings? Sharing your valuable ideas without protection can be risky. That's where NDAs come in. Having your own ready ensures your confidential information stays safe before any formal agreement.

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