Are you (looking to become) an Airbnb host? This episode is about how you do it like an industry expert. Tune in to find out more!   Episode Introduction:  In this week’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re joined by short-term renting superstars Annette Grant & Sarah Karakaian from Thanks to Visiting who talk to us about all things STR and how to be a successful host.   Episode Summary:  Annette Grant & Sarah Karakaian talk to us about everything from preparing your property for STR to becoming a 5-star rated Airbnb host and everything in between. This episode i ..read more

Starting a business with a partner? Tune in for insight on essential steps you need to take in order to make it work!   Episode Introduction:  In this week’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re talking about forming a business partnership and what needs to be taken care of before you do so in order for the partnership to be a long-term success.   Episode Summary:  Girija Patel walks you through some super practical tips on steps you and your business partner(s) should be taking in order to ensure that you’re protecting your personal interest while you work towards growin ..read more

Looking to hire a business lawyer? Here’s what you need to know!   Episode Introduction:  In this week’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re talking about some of the most important factors to consider while hiring a lawyer for your small business.   Episode Summary:  Girija Patel walks us through some essential questions one should ask an attorney before they hire them to work for their small business. We also go over some generic disclaimers to keep in mind when searching for a lawyer.   Main Takeaways: Do some research about the lawyer that you are potentially l ..read more

Spoiler Alert: Major announcement inside!   Episode Introduction:  Tune in to our final episode for 2023 as we reassess the past year and plan for the one ahead.   Episode Summary:  In this week’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we talk about strategies to assess 2022 as well as plan for the new year in an intentional manner. We also discuss practical ways to reduce your overwhelm moving forward and eliminate things that aren’t serving your growth. Listen in and plan along!   Main Takeaways: Reassess your year in terms of seasons - what were your seasons of joy, over ..read more

Are you an online business manager or looking to hire one? Make sure these 9 essentials are present in your OBM contract.   Episode Introduction:  In this week’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re talking about the clauses you must include in an Online Business Manager contract.   Episode Summary:  Girija Patel walks us through the most important terms to include in an OBM contract as well as why they’re important so that your online business manager agreement has all the essentials in it.    Main Takeaways: Essential things to include in an Online Business M ..read more

Onboarding a new client? Here’s how to smoothly set and manage their expectations through your business policies.   Episode Introduction:  In this week’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we talk about three ways in which you can set and manage your client expectations so that they are aware of your business policies.   Episode Summary:  Girija Patel walks us through three practical ways in which we can communicate our business policies to new clients so that we can avoid getting into a sticky situation later on. This episode is going to help you integrate your business poli ..read more

Do you happen to promote products and services on social media? If so, you can be classified as an influencer and this information about FTC guidelines is crucial for you. Tune in to find out more!   Episode Introduction:  In this week’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we talk about when you need to disclose a brand partnership according to the guidelines set by FTC (Federal Trade Commission).   Episode Summary:  Girija Patel walks us through the various ways FTC classifies a brand partnership, what makes you an influencer, and how to properly disclose your affiliation wit ..read more

It’s time to go from being a mom to a mompreneur. Tune in to find out how!   Episode Introduction:  In this week’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, our guest Lesley Pyle joins us to talk about the powerful platform that she has created, AKA Hire My Mom. Through her platform’s interface and courses, she helps stay-at-home moms get back into the workforce by finding remote work opportunities.   Episode Summary:  Lesley Pyle walks us through her journey of starting her freelance business after she became a mother and pioneering a platform for stay-at-home mothers back in 1997 ..read more

It’s time to become more intentional about managing your finances. Tune in to find out more.   Episode Introduction:  In this week’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, our guest Katie Scott joins us to talk about tons of practical tips to manage our money more efficiently. She talks about tangible methods as well as mindset shifts that would help us improve our relationship with money.   Episode Summary:  Katie Scott walks us through her journey from being a mainstream accountant to pivoting into her current role of being a money management advocate. She shares golden nuggets ..read more

Looking to host a conference? Tune in to make it legally legit!   Episode Introduction:  In this week’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we go over the important contracts and clauses that you must have in place when organizing a conference.   Episode Summary:  Girija Patel walks you through the four essential contracts and nine important contract clauses that you must be diligent about when planning to host an in-person conference. Take notes if you’re looking to have people attend a conference you may be hosting soon!   Main Takeaways: If you’re hosting an in-person ..read more