In this episode of RetreatBoss The Podcast, host Catherine Kontos is joined by Cory Sterling, a lawyer, small business owner, and author of The Yoga Law Book. Cory shares his expertise on the legal aspects of running a retreat, offering practical advice on protecting your business and managing the risks involved. They discuss the importance of proper legal agreements, negotiating contracts with international vendors, and the crucial need for insurance. Tune in to learn how to safeguard your retreat business and ensure smooth operations, no matter where your retreat occurs.

Key Takeaways:

• The Biggest Legal Mistakes in the Retreat Industry: Not having industry-specific agreements in place, even when working with friends or family.

• Legal Agreements You Need: A liability waiver, retreat participant agreement, and media release are essential to protect your business.

• Handling International Vendors: Tips on negotiating terms when working with venues and vendors abroad.

• The Importance of Insurance: Why insurance is as vital as having solid legal contracts to cover potential risks.

• Screening Retreat Participants: How vetting participants can prevent disruptions and legal issues during retreats.

Resources Mentioned:

• Learn more about Cory Sterling and his work at Conscious Counsel.

• Download your Retreat Leader Legal Checklist.

• Find out how RetreatBoss can help you launch successful and profitable retreats at RetreatBoss.com

Connect with Cory:

https://www.consciouscounsel.ca/

https://www.instagram.com/consciouscounsel

https://www.facebook.com/consciouscounsel

https://www.youtube.com/@consciouscounsel

Get your FREE Retreat Leader Legal Bundle: https://www.consciouscounsel.ca/retreatbundle

Connect with Catherine:

https://www.retreatboss.com/

https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachmtl/

https://www.youtube.com/@retreatboss
https://twitter.com/KontosCatherine

Welcome to a brand-new episode of the RetreatBoss™ Podcast. Today, we are excited to welcome Licia Rester, a distinguished expert in instructional design and transformative content creation. In this episode, Licia not only shares her invaluable insights into designing impactful hybrid events that integrate in-person and virtual experiences, but also provides practical strategies that you can implement right away. Whether you're a coach, consultant, or content creator, Licia's inclusive and engaging event design strategies are a must-listen.

We'll explore how to map out a compelling transformation arc for your events and instructional programs, ensuring your content meets the specific needs of various client types, from solopreneurs to corporate giants. Licia will also share her journey of writing and organizing content efficiently, revealing how she wrote two-thirds of a book in just 16 hours!

Moreover, Licia discusses the benefits of working with existing content and developing new material, providing listeners with a roadmap to navigate the overwhelming world of content creation. She's here to inspire and offer practical tools and training for those passionate about driving profound personal and professional transformation.

So, whether you want to enhance your virtual event skills or streamline your content creation process, this episode is packed with advice to elevate your approach. Stay tuned as we explore these topics and more on the RetreatBoss Podcast.

Learn more about Licia Lester:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/licia-rester-3ba7a81/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resterlicia/

Website: https://www.vemastery.com/

Free workshop link: Free Fast-Track a Breakthrough Book Blueprint + Training Bundle: https://6-figurebooklaunch.com/getbundle

Learn more from Catherine:

https://www.retreatboss.com/

https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachmtl/

https://www.youtube.com/@retreatboss

https://twitter.com/KontosCatherine

A thriving community is an essential part of your business – especially in the retreat and wellness industry. A community can create a supportive network of individuals who share a genuine interest in your offerings, ultimately driving sustainable growth and success for your business.

In this episode of the RetreatBoss Podcast, I am joined by my guest, Maruxa Murphy. Together we discussed building and leading online communities, turning your audiences into loyal communities and the importance of understanding one’s target audience to effectively market retreats and connect emotionally.

Maruxa Murphy is an award-winning community experience designer, strategist, entrepreneur, author and catalyst for change who has been transforming communities in person and online since 2000. Her work has been featured on Forbes, Reader’s Digest, Fox News, The Huffington Post, and many more. Tune in for an insightful conversation and learn tips and tricks on building your own thriving community!

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