It’s time to ring in the New Year! Welcome, 2021! I gotta tell you, the year you are replacing was a real bitch! Now more than ever is the time for a fresh start, not only in your life but in your business as well. What does that mean for an entrepreneur like you? Your …
Ask Jade: January 2021 Many businesses are rightfully concerned about the significant effect of negative reviews on their reputations, but efforts to keep consumers from voicing their concerns may violate the law. Congress unanimously passed the Consumer Review Fairness Act to protect people’s ability to share in any forum their honest opinions about a business’ products, services, …
Ask Jade – December 2020 As the year ends, it’s important to take stock of your small business’s finances and get your records in order. The end of the year is also an ideal opportunity to identify your needs and goals for 2021. 1. Run financial reports. At a minimum, put together a profit and loss …
Jean’s Journal, December 2020 Anyone else looking for a fresh start in 2021? Have you thought about any gifts you would like to receive this holiday season? I have an idea! Every month when I sit and think about the things I’d like to write about in my blog, this month is no exception. I …
A lot of us are strictly online eCommerce businesses these days. A big question always is, “Where should I form or register my business?” Default answer is in your home state – where you live and do most of your work is usually the easiest and best.
Jean’s Journal, November 2020 Jim Stovall is a leader who inspires people to do better. Other’s describe him as someone who is “constantly seeking ways to make one believe they are better than they think they are.” I love his famous quote: “You need to be aware of what others are doing, applaud their efforts, …
Does anyone else feel like we’re supposed to be learning all kinds of lessons this year? Is 2020 the quintessential “finals week” of earth school?
Attorney Jade Carpenter shares information that entrepreneurs must have regarding promoting themselves on social media platforms. That picture you are using on social media could get you into some legal trouble!
Today’s workplace is growing more and more diverse. Diversity is a phenomenal element to any profession, however learning to communicate across gender, age, and cultural gaps can be difficult. If you are not careful in communication, you may offend the audience or client. It is no surprise that many corporations and businesses have brought me …
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Ask Jade: September 2020 In this episode of “Ask Jade” Jade Carpenter shares information regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and business contracts that every business owner should be addressing. Jade shares information regarding Force majeure and what that means for contracts that you may have signed. www.jadelawoffice.com Today I am going to touch on what many …
“Let your Freak Flag Fly!” This phrase is very freeing to me and makes me wonder if authenticity is a superpower for entrepreneurs.
As WESOS paused, she took the time to look at the structure of her community and ways to serve best the women that make up this amazing tribe of women supporting women.
In this episode of Ask Jade, Attorney Jade Carpenter of Jade Law Office explains trademarks and why you may or may not need a trademark for your small business.
New information is discussed about COVID19, OSHA safety rules regarding employer’s responsibility to their employees’ safety at work.
Taking responsibility when we have sisters who are feeling excluded and not supported is what WESOS is all about – a community of women that refuse to let even one of their sisters fail. Be the change we want to see in the world, and that simple act will save the world. It begins with you.
Throughout this time, it has been incredible to watch WESOS remain unwavering. Our community is here for all WESOS Sisters to care, support, and encourage each other through authentic relationships, and she has proved her power and worth these last few months!
Important information that we need to know about protecting our future through estate planning. If you are a small business owner, this information is vital!
In this episode of Ask Jade, Jade Carpenter, Attorney at Law, is on top of all the new Federal Laws that have been passed in this unprecedented time of the COVID 19(Corona Virus) pandemic.
Ask Jade: April 2020 Video Transcript Hi everybody, welcome to another episode of “Ask Jade.” This episode I will be touching briefly on data transparency. So this is a new thing for everyone. We know California just passed their consumer privacy act which is now effective in 2020. And, along with Europe passing their laws, …
Hi Everybody! Welcome to another episode of “Ask Jade”. This episode I am going to give a brief overview of some cybersecurity tips for small businesses. A fun fact that I learned with the 2018 Verizon Data breach investigations report, 58% of cyber attack victims are small businesses. That’s organizations with less than 250 employees. …
We are honored to be the “Kick Off” of this elite line up ! Are you joining us on the bus? The details of the transportation for the day are as follows : Our bus is being provided through Infinity Transportation. The name will appear on the side of the motor coach. You will be …
“Our thoughts create our reality.” I love this statement. I live my life by it. I don’t know who originated it, but it’s an idea I’ve heard from Wayne Dyer. To me, it makes sense on so many levels. It feels a bit like common sense. Whatever we attend to the most we’re going to …
Hi everybody! Welcome to another episode of “Ask Jade”. So today I am going to go over advertising and laws that cover advertisingwithin your business. So this generally your deceptive advertising practices, unfair advertising, things to kind of lookout for. So you know you can just go out there and make unproven claims about your …