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Remote work may be second nature now, but it’s brought a tidal wave of legal and compliance responsibilities that many small business owners didn’t see coming.
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You care about your people. That’s part of what makes you a good leader. But somewhere between being supportive and available, many entrepreneurs find themselves in a role they never signed up for - emotional caretaker, fixer, or unofficial therapist.
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Hiring a friend can feel like the easiest decision in the world. You trust them, you like them, and it feels natural to bring someone familiar into the business. But what feels easy on day one can get complicated fast.
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Working across time zones used to feel like a dream - now, it’s become a 24/7 expectation. In this episode, I’m breaking down how “just one quick message” at midnight can slowly erode trust - even if that was never your intent.
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Holding onto an employee because of their “potential” is one of the most common - and costly - leadership traps for small business owners.
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When it comes to qualified overtime, especially for CA businesses using QuickBooks, don't assume all is fine - because Quickbooks expects YOU to do the calculations.  Don’t worry – we’ve got you.
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Bad hiring advice is everywhere - especially in entrepreneur circles. It sounds confident, simple, and it promises quick wins. But following the wrong advice when you’re hiring doesn’t just lead to a bad hire. It quietly drains your time, your energy, and your cash flow.
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That one extra paycheck? It could blow your budget. In 2026, some bi-weekly pay schedules will trigger 27 pay periods instead of the usual 26 - and if you're not planning ahead, you might not notice until your labor costs spike.
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Most entrepreneurs dread employee complaints - they feel disruptive, dramatic, or even a little personal. But the truth is, complaints aren’t the problem. The real risk is how you respond to them.
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The moment a serious complaint lands on your desk  - whether it's about harassment, discrimination, or misconduct  - you're no longer just managing a team. You're leading an investigation, and what you do next can protect or expose your business.
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Most leaders think an ADA accommodation request requires official paperwork and magic legal language. The truth is, if an employee mentions a medical condition that's affecting their work—even in passing—your legal obligations have already started
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We all love what AI can do - but let’s talk about what it’s learning while it helps; but AI tools aren’t just assisting your team - they’re quietly absorbing what your people type, say, and share, and that information might not stay where you think it does.
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When an employee threatens to “get a lawyer,” your brain might go into overdrive. It feels like everything’s at risk, your business, your reputation, your sanity. But that sentence isn’t the end of the story. It’s a moment that calls for clear-headed leadership.
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From resume screening tools to job post “optimization,” AI technologies promise speed and efficiency. But if you’re not asking the right questions about how they work, you might be opening your business up to serious risk.
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In this episode, I unpack what the phrase “hostile work environment” really means — and just as importantly, what it doesn’t. If you’re a small business owner or a first time leader hearing that term and feeling a chill go down your spine, this one is for you.
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When an employee brings you a complaint, it’s easy to think, “This isn’t a big deal.” But ignoring the wrong complaint - even if it sounds vague or dramatic - can land your business in hot water.
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California doesn’t mess around when it comes to final paychecks — and yet, it’s one of the areas where small business owners slip up the most. The rules are strict, the timelines are unforgiving, and the penalties can add up fast.
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You’re not trying to sound cold. Or angry. Or short. You’re just answering fast — between meetings, in line at the store, while juggling the million things that come with running a business.
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This episode breaks down the issues that actually put entrepreneurs in legal danger (misclassification, wage-and-hour mistakes, retaliation, and poor documentation) and the ones that usually don’t - so you can put your energy where it counts.
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AI is changing everything — including how we hire, evaluate, and manage our teams.
But in California, the rules around using artificial intelligence in your HR process just got a lot more serious.
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Being “nice” might feel like the right thing to do as a leader - but when it comes at the cost of clarity, you’re setting your team (and yourself) up for confusion, frustration, and missed expectations.
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Thinking about bringing on an intern? Whether it's your first time or your tenth, there's a lot more to it than handing someone a laptop and calling it mentorship. This episode unpacks the legal and leadership responsibilities that come with internships.
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Big Tech can afford billion-dollar experiments. You can’t - and you don’t need to.
In this episode, we’re diving into why copying Google’s or Amazon’s approach to AI is the fastest way to waste time, money, and trust inside your business.
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Paid sick leave is the law in California - even if you only have one employee. But understanding exactly how it works? That’s where a lot of business owners get tripped up.
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Turning a team member into your in-house influencer can feel like free, authentic marketing - but it’s also a legal and reputational minefield if you wing it. 

In this episode, I break down what actually changes the moment an employee starts posting for your brand.
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California is raising the bar on how employers use AI in the workplace — and small business owners are officially on the hook. Starting October 1, 2025, new regulations go into effect that govern automated decision systems used in hiring, promotions, pay decisions, and more.
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When the world feels heavy, your team carries that weight too. And as the leader, you’re not just steering the ship. You’re setting the emotional tone for everyone on board.
 If you’ve been wondering how to support your people without burning yourself out, this one’s for you.
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If everyone on your team - including you - feels drained, stressed, and joyless, it’s time to ask a better question: Are we having fun yet?
If it’s all pressure and no payoff - then you’re not just at risk of burnout. You’re already there.
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AI is everywhere - and for entrepreneurs juggling limited time and budget, the idea of swapping human employees for AI tools can sound like a dream.
In this episode, we unpack the real question behind the AI hype
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