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Got an alarming email about someone else trying to trademark your business name? In this episode, Charly digs deep into one such message, investigating whether it’s legit or just another clever scam targeting small business owners.
Learn how to spot the red flags, protect your brand, and avoid wasting money on unnecessary legal services.
📌 In this episode, Charly shares:
✅ How scammers mimic legal firms to pressure business owners
✅ What a legitimate trademark request should look like
✅ The right way to check your trademark status via IP Australia
✅ Common scare tactics and misleading info used in these emails
🛡️ Don't fall for fear-based tricks — take control and verify everything yourself.
🔗 Use IP Australia’s official trademark tools: https://ipaustralia.gov.au
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Life is busy and there's just so many things to remember. What tools do you use to help you keep on top of ALL the things?
It's easy to react or respond quickly to messages and the like. It's better to do that mindfully. That's why I try to Practice The Pause.
Most people think of SEO as keywords and content, but there's a powerful element that’s often overlooked: accessibility. In this episode, Charly reveals how making your website accessible not only helps users with disabilities but can also improve search rankings and shield your business from costly lawsuits.
📌 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ How accessibility features like alt text and headers improve SEO
✅ Why fast-loading, clean code benefits both users and search engines
✅ The legal risks of ignoring accessibility (ADA, WCAG, international standards)
✅ Easy steps you can take today to improve website accessibility
✅ Why accessibility is not a one-time fix, but ongoing maintenance
🔗 Accessibility tools mentioned: WAVE, Lighthouse
🛡️ Investing in accessibility is cheaper than lawsuits — and better for your brand.
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Most people think of SEO as keywords and content, but there's a powerful element that’s often overlooked: accessibility. In this episode, Charly reveals how making your website accessible not only helps users with disabilities but can also improve search rankings and shield your business from costly lawsuits.
📌 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ How accessibility features like alt text and headers improve SEO
✅ Why fast-loading, clean code benefits both users and search engines
✅ The legal risks of ignoring accessibility (ADA, WCAG, international standards)
✅ Easy steps you can take today to improve website accessibility
✅ Why accessibility is not a one-time fix, but ongoing maintenance
🔗 Accessibility tools mentioned: WAVE, Lighthouse
🛡️ Investing in accessibility is cheaper than lawsuits — and better for your brand.
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In today’s episode, Charly dives into the world of “Shadow IT” — the unapproved tools and apps your team or subcontractors might be using without your knowledge.
This isn’t just a big business problem. Even small businesses face real risks when team members use unapproved tech to get the job done. From data security breaches to duplicated costs and lost information, Shadow IT can quietly erode your business.
📌 In this episode, Charly covers:
✅ What Shadow IT is and how it shows up in small teams
✅ Why subcontractors often amplify this hidden risk
✅ Real data privacy, compliance, and reputational issues
✅ How to manage Shadow IT without killing flexibility
✅ A real example from Charly’s own CRM setup
🔗 Practical takeaway: Don’t lock everything down. Set smart guardrails, ask your team what they actually use, and keep communication open.
🛡️ Security starts with visibility and open dialogue — not crackdowns.
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