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Jun 23
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The 7 Legal Mistakes I See New Entrepren...

Sam Vander Wielen
About this episode

Starting an online business is super exciting—you're finally working with customers, launching offers, and maybe even making some money. But what if you’ve unknowingly skipped a legal step that could derail everything?

In this episode, I’m breaking down the 7 most common (and totally preventable!) legal mistakes I see new entrepreneurs make—plus, how to avoid each one so your business is built on a solid legal foundation.

This episode is packed with real-talk examples, actionable tips, and a whole lot of myth-busting. If you’ve ever wondered when to get legal protection, whether you really need business insurance, or if those “free policies” from your course platform are enough—this one’s for you.

In this episode, you’ll hear…

  • Why waiting to “get legal” until you’re more successful could cost you big time
  • The #1 mindset shift you need to build a future-proof business
  • What to do instead of obsessing over trademarks before you even have a business
  • Why DIY-ing contracts through Google or ChatGPT is a legal disaster waiting to happen
  • The hidden danger behind free templates from course and membership platforms
  • What most people misunderstand about business insurance (and when you actually need it)
  • Why having legal protection early helps you raise your prices, show up more, and actually grow

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