Rise Up In Business

Rise Up In Business is THE law and business podcast for small business owners. If you’re looking for interesting business and legal insights, information, tips, and tricks - without the dull legal jargon - this is the podcast for you. Tracey Mylecharane is a business lawyer and entrepreneur, bringing each episode to you in a clear, easy-to-understand way, in short and sharp episodes. You are sure to take nuggets of gold from each episode and implement them into your business straight away. This podcast is your weekly hit of business confidence, with the perspective and insight that only a business lawyer and entrepreneur can offer. It’s everything you need to feel empowered so you can Rise Up and take control in your business. The Rise Up in Business podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute legal, business or other professional advice, and are provided for general information purposes only.

Rise Up In Business is a business podcast hosted by Tracey Mylecharane, with 237 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Tracey Mylecharane hosts Rise Up In Business, a business show with 237 episodes published.

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  Episode #237

  Stop using Chat GPT for this

  Aug 11, 202613 min

  Send us Fan Mail AI tools like ChatGPT are everywhere in small business right now, and they can be brilliant for note taking, summaries, admin and creative idea generation. But there is a line business owners should not cross: using AI for strategic legal advice, especially when the stakes involve contracts, disputes and business risk. More and more business owners are asking AI what they should do legally, then acting on it like it is professional advice. The problem is AI can sound confident even when it is wrong and in law, wrong advice is rarely a small problem. I share real world examples of what can happen when you rely on AI for legal decisions, including a polished client agreement that missed key intellectual property and dispute resolution clauses and led to a $60,000 conflict. I also take a look at the risks of getting contractor vs employee decisions wrong and how AI-driven assumptions can trigger costly superannuation claims. The takeaway is simple. Use AI for efficiency and brainstorming, but for legal advice, contracts, intellectual property, employment issues and disputes, speak to a qualified lawyer who understands your context and carries the responsibility. LINKS: Episode Website: https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/rise-up-in-business-podcast/stop-using-chatgpt-for-this Sign up for my fortnightly Atelier Briefings here Check Your Legals with the Essential Legal Checklist here Book a Complimentary Introduction Call with me here Join me on Instagram here

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  Episode #235

  Behind the Scenes: The pillars that hold my business together

  Jul 14, 202624 min

  Send us Fan Mail If business has been feeling heavier lately, this episode is your behind the scenes look at what actually keeps things steady. I’m sharing the four pillars that support how I run my business, the foundations that create calm, protect relationships, and give me the peace of mind I talk about so often. We unpack why processes and systems are not just “nice to have”, they are how you stop holding everything in your head. I talk through the role of client agreements, fixed fee transparency, and why onboarding and off boarding are part of the client experience, not the admin you rush through. You will also hear why protecting your intellectual property matters, why DIY is for Bunnings and not your business, and how engaging the right experts can change everything. We wrap with the pillar most people avoid, compliance and staying ahead, and why “I didn’t know” is never the safety net you think it is. https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/ behind-the-scenes-the-pillars-that-hold-my-business-together Sign up for my fortnightly Atelier Briefings here Check Your Legals with the Essential Legal Checklist here Book a Complimentary Introduction Call with me here

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  Rise Up In Business

  Permission granted: Owning your confidence after 40, with Fi Mims

  Jun 30, 202631 min

  Send us Fan Mail If you have hit your 40s and started questioning what success is meant to look like now, this episode is for you. I am joined by Fi Mims, an award-winning personal branding photographer and business coach helping women 40+ step into greater visibility, confidence and demand, so they can grow profitable, sustainable service-based businesses. We talk about the shift that happens in this season of life, where confidence can feel both stronger and shakier at the same time, and where the old version of hustle starts to feel less appealing. We unpack the “until” trap, the habit of waiting until you feel more ready, more certain, more qualified or even more resourced before you let yourself be seen. This is a grounded conversation about lifestyle first, then profit, and why boundaries are not admin, they are a strategy. If you are ready to redefine success on your terms, protect your energy and build a business that supports the woman you are becoming. Links: https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/when-your-contracts-havent-kept-up-with-your-business Sign up for my fortnightly Atelier Briefings here Check Your Legals with the Essential Legal Checklist here Book a Complimentary Introduction Call with me here Fi Mims Website here Fi Mims Instagram page here Fi Mims LinkedIn page here

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  Episode #233

  When your contracts haven't kept up with your business

  Jun 16, 202622 min

  Send us Fan Mail Running a business makes it very easy to ignore contracts and paperwork in favour of the work that actually brings in revenue. In this episode, we talk about the real cost of outdated agreements, and it is not just unpaid invoices. It is the energy drain that hits when something goes wrong and you are stuck in back and forth, awkward conversations, and preventable client issues. We unpack why outdated contracts create gaps, and how those gaps quickly turn into friction. When your agreement does not match how you actually deliver your services, what is included, or where your boundaries sit, it can lead to confusion, scope creep, payment pushback, and a client experience that feels harder than it needs to be. You will also hear the simplest place to start, a contract audit that helps you spot misalignment early, plus when it is time to get proper advice and update your documents. Because when your contracts are clear and current, you feel it. You send them with confidence, clients know what they are agreeing to, and you keep your momentum where it belongs, on delivery, growth and the next chapter. LINKS: Episode Website: https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/when-your-contracts-havent-kept-up-with-your-business Sign up for my fortnightly Atelier Briefings here Check Your Legals with the Essential Legal Checklist here Book a Complimentary Introduction Call with me here Join me on Instagram here

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  Episode #232

  Crisis management for your growing business - with Sally Branson

  Jun 2, 202628 minS0

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p><b>Have you ever found yourself awake at 2:00 a.m. running through worst case scenarios for your business? Yes? Well then this episode is for you. I’m joined by crisis management expert Sally Branson to talk about why crisis management for small business is not a “one day” task, it is part of sustainable business growth, especially when you are scaling and there is more at stake.</b></p><p><b>We unpack what crisis planning actually looks like in real life, including the myth that small and medium businesses are too small...

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