Podcast Features
Heart Leading Law with Health in Mind
This episode delves into the heart-leading approach to law for fitness businesses. The focus is on protecting businesses so owners can concentrate on their clients without the worry of legal troubles. The episode highlights the importance of operating an online law firm and the passion for working with health and heart-leading business owners.
Are Liability Waivers Enough to Protect Your FitBiz from Lawsuit?
This episode delves into the critical question of whether liability waivers are sufficient to protect your fitness business from lawsuits. The discussion unpacks the biggest legal pitfalls that fitness businesses commonly encounter, offering three straightforward ways every yoga and fitness business can legally safeguard itself. Finally, the episode reveals why generic liability waivers might not provide the necessary protection in court. Tune in for essential legal insights and practical tips to help your fitness business stay protected and thrive.
Busting Myths in the Yoga Business World
Join Todd and Cory in this enlightening episode. Cory shares insights on the legal aspects of yoga, addressing common misconceptions and the importance of legal protection for practitioners and studio owners. Learn about liability waivers, worker classifications, and key legal issues like trademark registration and client agreements. Cory also emphasizes the value of remote legal services delivered with heart and professionalism.
The Legal Documents Every Fit Biz Needs with Conscious Counsel
Listen to Christa and Cory in this episode of the Female EmPOWERED podcast, where host Christa Gurka dives into protecting your business with the right legal documents. Cory highlights the top 5 essential agreements every business needs and why they are crucial for safeguarding your business.
Grow Your Practice Without Fear Of Breaking Laws Or Being Sued With Legal Expert, Cory Sterling
Join Paul & I where we'll discuss how private practice owners through essential legal strategies can avoid lawsuits and fines. Tune in to learn crucial legal knowledge that will help you manage your practice confidently and securely. Don't miss this opportunity to ensure your business's success and stability.
Don't Get Sued: The Most Important Ways to Protect Yourself As A Business Owner
Discover the smartest ways to protect your assets and safeguard your intellectual property. Listen to the aha's about the easiest ways to protect your business.
Legal Essentials for Your Health Coaching Business
Listen to Omar and Cory's enlightening conversation that sheds light on the often-overlooked aspect of legal protection for health coaches. They underscore that, despite the daunting nature of legalities in our litigious society, safeguarding your business is straightforward with Cory's support.
What if Working with a Lawyer Could Be Fun? An Interview with Cory Sterling
Join Dr. Darian & Cory as they dive into a conversation with Cory, who's on a mission to transform the legal industry into one that prioritizes enjoyment, personal fulfillment, and societal benefits. In this episode, Cory shares his transformative journey from feeling disenchanted with conventional legal practices to founding Conscious Counsel.
Amplify Your Impact - with Yoga Lawyer Cory Sterling
In this episode of Amplify Your Impact, Josh & Cory delves into the vibrant intersection of yoga and technology, exploring everything from the serenity of yoga mats to the complexities of AI in business. An expert guest, renowned for making legal matters both fun and accessible, joins the conversation. Together, they unpack the challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurs in the wellness industry, offering insights and laughter in equal measure. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to blend business growth with personal well-being.
The Health Fitness Wellness Business Podcast Ep. 114
Join Clifton and Cory as they dive into Cory's multifaceted background as a yoga teacher, group fitness instructor, small business owner, and lawyer. The conversation illuminates the insights from Cory's book, "The Yoga Law Book," shedding light on the intricacies of legalities in the health and fitness industry with a fun, approachable twist, courtesy of Conscious Counsel's unique approach.
Legally Protect Your Health Coaching Business
Join Cory & Laura for an insightful discussion on the crucial legal protections needed for your wellness business. They'll guide you through the essential documents and strategies to safeguard your venture from unexpected challenges. This episode is designed to empower both new and experienced coaches with the knowledge to confidently navigate the legal aspects of their business. Tune in to ensure your health coaching business is built on a strong legal foundation.
Protect Your Wellness Business with Cory Sterling
Tune in with Alison & Cory in this podcast. They're diving into the must-knows of keeping your wellness business safe and sound. From keeping your ideas and brand secure to making sure you're set up right, They've got you covered.
Here's the scoop:
This chat is perfect for wellness entrepreneurs wanting to keep their business legally tight without the hassle.
Legal Essentials for Retreat Leaders
Join Shannon in this episode as she and Cory delve into the essential legalities of hosting retreats. He discusses key legal considerations for retreat leaders, including business structures, local regulations, and laws specific to retreat activities. Cory emphasizes the importance of risk assessment and clear, comprehensive agreements to avoid disputes. The conversation also covers necessary insurance policies for retreat leaders, such as general liability, professional liability, and travel insurance. An intriguing part of the discussion focuses on protecting program content and branding, with Cory sharing insights on securing intellectual property rights. This episode is a wealth of information for anyone planning retreats, ensuring they're well-prepared and legally protected.
Making Legal Matters for Wellness Entreprenuers Fun!
In this crucial episode, Danielle speaks with Cory, focusing on the often-neglected aspect of legal matters for heart-centered entrepreneurs. If you run a business or are self-employed, this conversation is invaluable. Cory explains the importance of simple legal practices for protection and clarity in business operations. The discussion also ventures into Cory's personal journey as an entrepreneur and yogi, highlighting how travel and intuition play a significant role in his life and work. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to balance their passion with practical legal knowledge.
Non-compete, Liability Forms, and Trademarks
Steve & Cory talked about what we should be concerned with when looking at a non-compete; what is the difference between copyright & trademark; everything that could help fitness business owners protected.
Heart-leading Law with
Cory Sterling
In this podcast, Alexa & Cory covered the following:
- Different types of legal agreements and the importance of hiring a lawyer to ensure your documents are set up appropriately from the start
- Liability waivers and why they need to be specific to all facets of your business
- Suggestions for trademarks
- So much more!
Legal Essentials for
Pilates Pros
Whether you teach Pilates at home, online, in your own studio, or as an independent contractor, you and your business need legal protection. Attorney Cory Sterling joins me today for a super fun discussion about what you need and why you need it.
Legal Essentials for
Yoga Teachers
Ever thought that 'getting sued' and 'yoga' would be in the same sentence? Nor did we, but not to worry. We've you covered! Today, we delve into the legal essentials that every yoga teacher should know to avoid potential lawsuits, including the ins and outs of non-compete agreements, with our guest Cory Sterling.
Tips for Your Studio Business
When we opened our studio business we had to learn a lot. Some of those things, were things that were a one and done. Creating a name, an LLC, creating contracts, waivers etc. Or were they?
In this episode Cory reminds us that we should be revisiting our legal documents and what we should be considering as we look at them.
Legal Essentials for Healthcare & Fitness Professionals
In this episode, Dr. Karen interviews lawyer and owner of the law firm Conscious Counsel Corey Sterling about how he landed as a lawyer in the healthcare and fitness space. Corey shares his journey of creating a career for himself that merges his love for law with his passion for health and wellness. He discusses finding creative solutions for people in the health and wellness industry and how he started a yoga festival while also teaching group fitness at Equinox. Corey also talks about his challenges as an entrepreneur and how he navigated his first year of starting his business.
Health Coaching and the Law
In this episode, Cathy and Cory delve into the critical legal aspects of health coaching. Key discussions include:
Tune in for a comprehensive guide to navigating the legal landscape as a health coach.
Protecting Your Gym Legally
Join Tim, Randy, and special guest Cory Sterling in this informative episode as they tackle the essential topic of legal protection for gym owners. Cory, with his expertise in fitness industry law, offers practical advice on how gym owners can safeguard their businesses legally. The discussion covers a range of key areas including liability waivers, employee and contractor agreements, compliance with health and safety regulations, and strategies for managing potential legal challenges. This episode is a must-listen for gym owners seeking to understand and implement effective legal safeguards in their fitness establishments.
Legal Essentials for Fitness Businesses
What are some of the most common legal challenges facing gyms and fitness facilities? What should facilities take into consideration to protect themselves amid the pandemic?
Top 3 Legal Documents for Gym Owners
Navigating the legal landscape can often feel like an extensive and overwhelming journey, not to mention potentially costly. In our latest episode, we sit down with Cory to shed light on the essential documents that every gym owner should have. These documents aren't just about protection; they're the cornerstone of secure and fruitful relationships in the fitness industry.
Yoga Law Basic
Meg and Cory discussed how contracts and waivers are not being used to protect yoga teachers. They also touch on the issue of unfair contracts and 1099 contracts
How to Protect your Coaching Business from Lawsuits
In this podcast, Justin and Cory discussed how to legally protect your coaching business. They highlight the importance of three essential documents and explain the common mischaracterization of employees as either 1099 or W2. Tune in to learn more about establishing a strong legal foundation for your business.
Legal Documents That Build Your Relationships
Join Erin Laura and Cory in this informative and fun episode as they discuss legal counsel for health professionals. Discover the biggest legal problems faced by coaches, how to navigate the law when there is no clear definition for health coaching, and the importance of having your legal documents in order. They also cover interesting topics such as the Screenshot Defence, the scope of practice, and the legal aspects of supplements.
Why contracts help define & protect your relationship with your health & wellness coach
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jannine and Cory talked about how important it is to know what you're signing up for when you work with coaches, doctors, fitness professionals, and wellness providers. This episode provides valuable insights into avoiding misunderstandings and building strong business relationships.
Expert Chat with Cory Sterling
Jenna & Cory have a ROBUST conversation that covers considerations for insurance, contracts, licenses and more!
Don't Get Sued
Kendra & Cory discuss why disclaimers and waivers are necessary and how to protect yourself legally. Tune in and learn more insights for protecting your business legally from Cory.
Legal considerations for teaching online
Mado & Cory discuss important legal considerations for online yoga teaching and how it differs from teaching in person.
Legal Essentials for Fitness Owners & Managers
Cory brings a unique energy to his episodes. He makes law fun and has a talent for making law easy to understand. Cory gives an unlimited amount of advice on how to make sure your legal agreements are current and up to date. Take a listen, as Cory explains how to re-evaluate your membership and service agreements as well as how to decipher between employer vs. contractor agreements and how they are different.
What Legal Documents Do You Need For Your Health Coaching Business?
Simple tips for protecting yourself and your business when you're practicing virtually
Exactly why you need to attend to the legal matters in your business as a health + wellness practitioner The #1 thing health coaches need in their waiver to ensure they're protected The legal considerations when you're pivoting to coaching from a licensed healthcare profession
How the legal landscape has changed in the wellness world
The meaning of waivers, liability, and so much more!
Health Coaching & Law
As a health coach, keeping your business practices legal is crucial. Cory Sterling shares how health coaches can legally protect themselves and the benefits of working with a lawyer who understands your industry!
In this episode, Cathy and Cory discuss:
Waiver of Liability
Don't Get Sued - Making Fitness Laws Simple
When it comes to the law, you don’t know what you don’t know. This leaves you vulnerable to being held liable, getting sued and putting your entire business and assets at risk. That’s why it’s so important to put your trust in someone who lives and breathes wellness and the law, has done their due diligence and truly has your best interest at heart.
We understand the confusion, overwhelmed and intimidation that traditionally accompanies dealing with the law. That’s why Conscious Counsel was created. They're here to bring a refreshing, simple, informed and approachable way to get legal agreements that actually protect your business & are relevant to the fitness industry.
What you Need to Know about Starting Your Own Business
Dr Stephen & Cory discussed how legal counsel for creative, ambitious and heart-leading business owners. Cory provides valuable information for anyone looking to start their own business and breaks down the process to make it easy and uncomplicated.
Legal Essentials Fitness Operators Need to be Successful, Know to be Successful
In this episode, Cory explains the origins of Conscious Council, the biggest legal risks fitness business owners can face, and how using a legal service allows you to really focus on the important areas of your business.
Making Law Fun
Cory chats with Robin and Casey this week about how he and his law firm, Conscious Counsel make law FUN for heart-leading businesses, including dance studios! From waivers to employee contracts and everything in between, Cory has the expertise and the positive attitude to help guide his clients to peace of mind in all their business relationships.
How to Make Empowered Legal Decisions About The Use of Your Image and Likeness
In this episode, Bary, Shay & Cory discuss the importance of understanding photo and video release waivers as a fitness professional. Cory shares tips on how to navigate conversations around recorded media and its usage, empowering you to make informed decisions and defend your best interests.
Why You Need an Attorney as a Yoga Teacher
In this episode, Amanda and Cory discuss the intersection of yoga and law. They explore how to legally safeguard your yoga business, including choosing the right corporate structure and having clear agreements and waivers in place. Cory provides practical advice on using digital tools and ongoing legal maintenance, including consulting with attorneys.
How to Legally Protect Your Fitness Business
In this episode, Raphael joins forces with Cory Sterling to explore essential legal topics for Pilates studio owners. The discussion centers on the critical decision of whether to classify staff as employees or contractors, highlighting the legal ramifications of each option. Raphael and Cory also examine the legal distinctions between conducting Pilates classes online and in-person, offering valuable insights for studio owners adapting to digital platforms. Furthermore, they delve into the topic of non-compete clauses, dissecting their enforceability and practical impact in the Pilates business context. This episode serves as a comprehensive guide for studio owners looking to navigate the legal complexities of their industry.
Why You Need an Attorney as a Yoga Teacher
In this informative episode, Lara collaborates with Cory Sterling. This dialogue is especially insightful for yoga teachers, personal trainers, and anyone seeking to understand how the law can work in their favor. Lara and Cory engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the most common legal issues encountered by online yoga instructors. They offer valuable advice on how to legally safeguard oneself and ensure accurate professional representation. This episode is a vital resource for wellness professionals aiming to navigate the legal aspects of their field with confidence and clarity.
Your Gym's Virtual Legal Team
As We talked about some hot legal topics in the gym industry that are especially important with the changing times and pandemic.
What is wrong with most gym waivers. - Trademark Problems. - How he created a totally online legal service business and live in Brazil Making a not so fun topic (Legal Services) Fun! - Preventing the OHHH SHIT that goes with not being protected. - What you need to know about COVID and Virtual training legalitie
Law Essentials Every Dance Studio Owner Needs to Know
In this episode, he discusses the legal essentials that every dance studio should be aware of. The idea of “the law” can be scary, but Cory helps break through the fear and makes the concepts accessible. Learn what you can do today so your dance studio is protected tomorrow (and for years to come).
Protect Your Salon When She Says, "I'm Leaving!"
In this episode, Larissa teams up with Cory Sterling to tackle one of the most pressing concerns for salon owners: what to do when a team member leaves to open a competing salon nearby. We understand the stress and challenges this scenario brings. That's why this conversation is crucial for salon owners who've faced, or fear facing, such scenarios. He shares insights on how to future-proof your business legally, ensuring you're prepared and protected against potential issues. Don't miss this episode to learn about safeguarding your salon with the right legal practices.
Legal Protections for
Yoga Teachers
Join Francesca as she speaks with Cory Sterling, a lawyer, small business owner, group fitness instructor, and yoga teacher, about crucial legal protections for yoga instructors. As most yoga teachers navigate the industry as independent contractors and small business owners, understanding legalities is vital. Topics include the specifics of waivers, their enforceability, the validity of electronic waivers, legal scenarios involving student injuries, requirements for COVID vaccines in retreats, and crafting COVID-related liability clauses. Additionally, Cory breaks down the differences between trademarks, patents, and copyrights, guiding yoga teachers on when and how to use these tools. This episode is packed with invaluable legal insights for yoga teachers looking to safeguard their practice and their business.
Yoga and the Law
In this episode, Pamela talks with Cory about the unique challenges yoga professionals face in balancing their service-oriented nature with business acumen. Cory highlights the critical distinction between being an employee and an independent contractor, a topic relevant to both yoga teachers and studio owners. They discuss the risks of using generic contracts from online sources and the right approach to handling refunds. The conversation also covers managing online content, waivers, disclaimers, and injury-related issues. Cory sheds light on intellectual property rights within the yoga industry, guiding listeners on what to look for in insurance policies, the suitable business entity for their needs, and the importance of trademarks and intellectual property management. Additionally, they explore the legalities of using music in yoga classes and the implications of having multiple credentials. This episode is packed with essential legal insights for anyone in the yoga business, aiming to merge their passion for yoga with sound business practices.
How to Protect Your Business Legally
In this episode of the Spapreneur® Podcast, Ramona engages with Cory. In their discussion, Ramona and Cory cover a range of topics crucial for wellness professionals. They delve into why a waiver of liability is essential, the pitfalls of DIY legal work, the importance of tailored legal agreements, the contractor vs. employee distinction in wellness spaces, and the necessity of having everything in writing. This episode is a treasure trove of legal knowledge, emphasizing clear communication with clients and the importance of thorough legal groundwork in the wellness industry.
Gain Peace of Mind Knowing that Your Business is Covered Legally
Lisa and Cory discussed how salon owners, stylists can to gain peace of mind knowing that they are legally covered.
Special Guest - Cory Sterling
Ever wonder how the law applies to your Pilates business? Olivia and Cory chat about all things legal responsibilities, protecting your business, and setting yourself up for success.
Protection with Cory Sterling
Join hosts Carissa and Khristen as they delve into the crucial topic of legal protection for yoga businesses with special guest Cory Sterling. In this episode, Cory joins via Zoom to share his expertise on safeguarding your yoga practice through comprehensive documentation. He highlights the importance of having "The Yoga Law Book" as an essential resource on every yoga entrepreneur's shelf. Additionally, Cory discusses how his business, Conscious Counsel, offers tailored legal assistance to those in the yoga and wellness industry. This episode is a must-listen for yoga professionals seeking to understand the legal aspects of their business better and learn how to protect their livelihoods effectively.
Special Guest - Cory Sterling
In this engaging episode, host Donna and Cory cover a wide array of topics, from the nuances of waivers and trademarks to the specifics of online teaching and legal considerations for working with minors. Cory's personal story, shared at the beginning, sets the stage for a conversation that's both informative and surprisingly fun, with moments of laughter interspersed throughout. Speaking from a beach in Brazil, Cory challenges the stereotype of a typical lawyer, combining authority with a relatable demeanor. Key highlights include practical advice on crafting waivers of liability, understanding non-compete clauses, and essential legal tips for yoga professionals. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone in the yoga community looking to navigate the legal landscape with confidence and compassion.
Legal Advise for Teaching Yoga Online
Sussanne is joined by Cory. Highlights include the importance of website disclaimers and privacy policies, understanding waivers of liability, the difference between disclaimers and waivers, the value of trademark registration, legalities of music licensing in yoga classes, and the need for clear client service agreements. This episode is packed with practical legal knowledge for anyone in the wellness industry.
Yoga & Law Q&A
In this episode, Amber Karnes talks with Cory Sterling of Conscious Counsel. Cory is a yoga teacher, practitioner, author, and an attorney, and he’s here to answer all our legal questions! (Or most of them, probably.) As Cory will tell us in the podcast, law in 2021 means communicating your expectations openly and honestly with heart-leading documents written in plain language. In this episode, we’ll talk about things like waivers, intellectual property, insurance, teachingonline, LLCs, and much more..
The Legal Way to Re-open Your Fitness Studio
Cory and Mike discuss the 3 Golden Rules for reopening legally and how to deal with employees who aren’t comfortable with coming back to work.
The Legal Side of Re-opening Your Studio
Now that businesses are starting to reopen, we are talking about the legal side of re-opening a yoga studio or yoga business. The legal side of a yoga business is SO important so don't miss this episode if you are in the process of reopening!
Yoga & the Law
In this episode, Danni & Cory dive into the often-overlooked legal intricacies behind the yoga business model. Cory shares invaluable insights, providing those golden nuggets of information that are essential for anyone navigating the yoga industry in the digital age. Tune in for an enlightening conversation about the law and its impact on the yoga world!.
Yoga, Self-Worth & the Law
Learn the basics of legal agreements and powerful insights about boundaries and relationships for yoga teachers.
Yes, Your Yoga Business Needs a Lawyer
In this conversation we talk about the similarities between being a legal advisor and a Yoga teacher AND why you DO need to be thinking about agreements and clear legal boundaries in your biz.
When to Hire a Yoga Lawyer
Join Crystal in this enlightening episode as she interviews Cory. They discuss the vital role of legal advice for yoga teachers, especially in the digital realm. Crystal shares her experience of working with Cory for her own legal needs, emphasizing the importance of being legally prepared. The conversation covers how Cory blends yoga into his life, why yoga businesses need to think about liability, and tips for establishing a strong legal foundation for your yoga practice. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the yoga industry looking to secure their business legally.
Making Fitness Studio
Law Sexy
In this episode of The #GSDshow, #CEO Mike Arce chats with #CorySterling, a seasoned lawyer specializing in the fitness industry. Cory brings a unique blend of intelligence, empathy, and dynamism to the often overlooked topic of law in the fitness business world. They tackle the crucial yet frequently ignored legal aspects that fitness studio owners face. Cory's insights aim to help fitness business owners minimize legal expenses now to prevent hefty costs later. The discussion focuses on the importance of legal protection for fitness studios, highlighting how a single legal issue can jeopardize everything you've worked for. Tune in to this impactful PRO #4 episode for indispensable advice and engaging conversation.
Post-COVID Legal Essentials for the Fitness Industry
Join Barry, Shay, and Cory, in a lively discussion that turns the daunting world of law into an engaging and understandable topic for fitness professionals and studio owners. Cory has a knack for demystifying complex legal concepts, making them accessible and empowering listeners with the knowledge they need to protect their businesses and themselves. In this episode, they emphasize the importance of relationships in legal matters, advocating for open and honest communication to set clear expectations and avoid lawsuits. They dive into common legal challenges that fitness professionals are currently facing amid the COVID-19 pandemic, offering practical advice and insights. Tune in for a fun and informative conversation that will change the way you think about legal issues in the fitness industry.
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