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Building a Business That Honours Your Values and Drives Success

 Here’s the truth: your values aren’t just something to hang on your office wall or scribble down during a branding workshop. 

They’re the essence of your business, the invisible threads connecting your work to your identity. Without them, it’s all too easy to end up building a life that looks amazing on the outside but feels exhausting on the inside.                                                                                                                                

I know this because I’ve lived it. As a lawyer navigating a high-stakes career while balancing life as a partner, dog mom of two, and business owner...

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5 Legal Essentials Every Entrepreneur Should Have (And Why They Matter)

Forget the complicated legal lingo—here’s what you actually need to know. 

When I first entered the world of entrepreneurship, I came straight from my last traditional law firm job as an employee, where structure and rules were the norm. Every decision I made was scrutinized and micromanaged, and my personal boundaries were hard to hold. But, the tradeoff for that was this idea that the corporate machine was a buffer between me and the outside world.

It didn’t take me long to realise that entrepreneurship was a completely different arena—one where I was metaphorically stark-naked in front of “the marketplace” and all of a sudden had to stand firm in my own legal foundations, set my own rules, and protect my hard work without the cushion of a corporate machine behind me. 

Those early lessons taught me that running a successful business isn’t just about growth and passion. It’s about ensuring you’re legally protected so...

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Claiming Your Freedom: Why Every Entrepreneur Needs to Embrace Sovereignty

 Entrepreneurs, if you’re running your business based on what others expect or following “rules” that don't resonate, it’s time to make a shift. True sovereignty in business isn’t about simply “being in control”—it's about reclaiming the power to run things on your terms, from start to finish and about forgetting all of the conscious and unconscious programming you’ve been following because of your belief that you “should”.

 

At its core, sovereignty means the freedom to make decisions that align with your values, without being influenced by external pressures or expectations. It’s about having the authority to lead your business, set your boundaries, and move boldly in the direction of your vision. Sovereignty means making unapologetic decisions that align with your purpose, support your growth, and allow you to be a self-determining entity with the full faith that you back yourself.

 

This...

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How to Talk to Your Parents about Estate Planning

Discussing estate planning with your parents may feel uncomfortable, but it's an essential conversation that can protect your family relationships and safeguard against potential consequences. In this blog post, we'll provide you with practical tips for breaking the ice and offer conversation starters to discuss estate planning with your parents.

Approach the conversation with empathy, understanding that discussing estate planning can be sensitive. Express your concern for your parents' well-being and emphasize that this conversation is about securing their wishes and protecting their legacy. Share your genuine intention to ensure their wishes are respected when the time comes.

Broach the topic of Powers of Attorney with your parents, emphasizing the importance of having someone they trust make decisions on their behalf in case they become incapable. Highlight the role of a Power of Attorney over Property and Personal Care, explaining their legal rights and responsibilities. Share...

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Cutting Corners: The Risks and Impact on New Entrepreneurs

As a former commercial and civil litigator, I've seen it all when it comes to the risks of cutting corners in business. From the hundreds of hours and tens of thousands of dollars spent on legal fees, to the emotional stress and energetic vacuum that is the essence of a lawsuit, I have seen businesses collapse, families torn apart, and people lose it all because they tried to cut corners around the legal side of their life.

 

As someone who cares deeply about making sure people avoid this particular brand of pain, today I'm here to shed some light on the impact cutting corners in legal can have on new entrepreneurs in particular. It’s not worth you risking everything you’ve built only to have someone screw you on a technicality you would have picked up on if you’d hired a lawyer.

 

So, buckle up and get ready for some real talk about the importance of legal support. I know it’s not sexy, and legal isn’t out here making you multiple 6 figures....

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Unleashing the Entrepreneur Within: Reflections on My First Year as a Solo Lawyer and Law Firm Owner

Welcome, fellow trailblazers! It's been an exhilarating journey as I embarked on the wild ride of owning my own law firm, Locicero Legal PC at The Soul Attorney.

As a female lawyer and entrepreneur, I've had the privilege of supporting incredible female entrepreneurs with their business law needs, contracts, and wills. Today, I want to share with you the top lessons I've learned during my first year, as well as an exciting announcement about our expanded practice areas that now include real estate. So, fasten your seatbelts, and let's dive in!

  1. Embrace Your Uniqueness: As you transition from the corporate 9-5 grind to becoming a business owner, it's crucial to embrace your unique value/selling proposition ("USP") and building a brand. I focussed on building the Soul Attorney brand for almost 2 years before I went solo. I started my podcast, and my instagram page, and started showing up to tell my community who I was, what I stand for, and what I'm passionate about. For me, it meant...

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Brand New to Business? Stop Overpaying and Wasting Time: How the Legally Lit Library's Contract Templates Solve the Biggest Legal Challenges Faced by New Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs and business owners often face a number of challenges when it comes to getting contracts prepared by a lawyer for their business.

This can be a time-consuming, expensive and painful process that can prevent them from growing and scaling their business, but is an essential step in ensuring a business is legally secure.

The first challenge entrepreneurs and business owners face when it comes to getting contracts prepared by a lawyer is the cost. I know that law firms can charge hundreds of dollars per hour for legal services, and getting a contract drafted from scratch can be a lengthy process that can take several hours or weeks. You might have to put money up front in a retainer so the lawyer can ensure they get paid when the work is done.

I understand that this can be a significant expense, especially for small business owners who are just starting out.

The second challenge is the time-consuming nature of the process. Entrepreneurs and business owners have a lot...

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Episode #11: Avoid a Future Family Feud

 

In Episode 11 of the podcast, I explain why a thorough estate plan really matters and what a proper Will should include.

 

You won’t want to miss this episode as I debunk the myth that a Will is only meant to describe what you want done with your stuff when you’re gone. I’m telling you… it’s so much more.

 

The Jury question for this week is an important one: Who do you trust with your legacy?

 

Think about this as you make the decision about who to name as your Estate Trustee to deal with your wishes and your property in your absence. It better be someone who has not only your, but your beneficiaries’ best interests at heart.

 

Head over to www.thesoulattorney.com to book in for a free 15 min chat with me to talk more about this or to Instagram @soul.attorney to join in the good vibes.

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Episode #10: Put It In Writing! The Key

 

In today’s session, I’m going to share with you the key components of a formal contract so that you can start to create clear boundaries in your business relationships and be confident when you put it in writing.

My intention for this session is to de-mystify what makes a regular agreement an enforceable contract at law and show you how you can empower yourself with contracts.

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Episode #9: Isn't Time You Learned About "Income?"

 

 

In this session, I get into the pros and cons to earning different types of "Income" including 1) Employment Income, 2) Business Income, and 3) Property Income. Dive into this one for some inspiration into another stream of income you may not have previously considered!

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