Rise Up In Business

Hosted by Tracey Mylecharane

Business Management

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Nov 2026

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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.

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November 3, 2026Episode 24322 min

Your business has outgrown its legals, & nobody told you

Send us Fan Mail When you first started your business, your legals probably felt like something you could deal with later. A template, a borrowed contract, or a handshake can get you through the early days, but businesses don’t stay still. As your offers evolve, your clients change and your team grows, the documents that once felt ‘fine’ can quietly become the thing that holds you back. In this episode, we walk through the clearest signs your business has outgrown its legals, including client agreements that no longer match what you deliver, employment and contractor arrangements that haven’t kept up and IP clauses that leave too much to assumption. We also cover the website side of things, where terms and privacy policies often lag behind new offers like digital products, subscriptions and online bookings. You’ll also hear why bigger clients and bigger projects demand a different level of legal clarity, especially when you’re asked to sign someone else’s contract. If you’ve had that nagging feeling your documents don’t reflect how you operate now, this episode will give you a simple way to audit what you’ve got and work out what needs updating next. LINKS: Episode Website: https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/rise-up-in-business-podcast/your-business-has-outgrown-its-legals-nobody-told-you 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

October 20, 2026Episode 24217 min

Your client pasted your work into ChatGPT. Who owns it now?

Send us Fan Mail You spend hours creating a concept your client could not have pulled together on their own: the mood board, the draft concept, the thinking that makes the whole project work. Then they quietly upload it into an AI tool to cut costs, tell you they have decided to go another way, and later you discover your work has been used to finish the job elsewhere. In this episode, we tackle the uncomfortable question behind that scenario: who owns the work now and what you can do to protect yourself before it happens. We unpack why this is becoming so common, even when clients are not acting in bad faith, and why prevention is still the smartest strategy. You will hear what your client agreement needs to cover, including clear, practical boundaries around AI use that protect your work without turning your contract into a threat. We also talk through the IP basics business owners and creatives need to understand, including the difference between licensing and assigning rights, plus the privacy and trust issues that come with AI tools. If your agreements have not been updated in a while, this episode will help you spot what to review so your documents match the way business is being done now. Episode Website: https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/rise-up-in-business-podcast/your-client-pasted-your-work-into-chatgpt-who-owns-it-now LINKS 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

October 6, 2026Episode 24115 min

What sort of legal support does your business need?

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share the question I hear in almost every first conversation with a business owner, and how I help people work out what support makes sense for the season they are in. You will hear the two main ways legal support can work, including project-based help for specific pieces of work and a more embedded fractional option for businesses that are growing fast and need priority access. I also explain what the process looks like behind the scenes, from scoping and proposals through to onboarding, off-boarding, and how advice can be accessed when you need it. This episode also takes a look at why accessibility matters, especially for rural and regional business owners, and why the right legal support should feel clear, human, and aligned with how you actually run your business. If you are heading into a busy growth phase or cleaning up old templates, this will help you decide what to do next. LINKS: Episode Website: https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/rise-up-in-business-podcast/what-sort-of-legal-support-does-your-business-need LINKS 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

September 22, 2026Episode 24018 min

What a bad contract looks like

Send us Fan Mail Bad contracts are not always obvious. Some are missing entirely, some are built from templates, and some look professional on the surface but still leave you exposed. In this episode, I explain what a bad contract actually looks like and why “prevention is better than cure” is more than a nice saying when you are running a business. You will hear the legal red flags that show up again and again, including vague scope, unclear payment terms, weak IP clauses, missing termination options, risky auto-renewals, and contracts that skip dispute resolution, confidentiality and privacy expectations. I also explain why one- or two-page contracts can be just as dangerous as overly long ones, especially when they create false confidence. Then we look at contracts through a business lens, because a contract can be legally sound and still be a poor fit if it is not on brand or does not support your client experience. If your business has grown and your documents have not kept up, this episode will help you spot the gaps and know what to review next. Episode Website: https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/rise-up-in-business-podcast/what-a-bad-contract-looks-like LINKS 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

September 8, 2026Episode 23921 min

Do you own your IP?

Send us Fan Mail Making assumptions in business can get expensive fast, and intellectual property is one of the easiest places to get caught out. In this episode, we unpack the question most business owners do not expect, who actually owns the IP in your business, and why “I paid for it so it’s mine” is not a safe default. We talk through the common danger zones, including logos and brand suites, website copy, and the internal documents you rely on to run your business. You will hear what to check in your agreements, where the grey areas tend to hide, and how to avoid messy misunderstandings with designers, copywriters, lawyers, and consultants. We also get into the newer minefield, AI and IP, and what business owners need to think about before using AI to create core assets like branding, frameworks, or methodology. If you discover you do not own something you assumed you did, we cover the practical next step that can help you clean it up and move forward with clarity. Episode Website: https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/rise-up-in-business-podcast/do-you-own-your-ip LINKS 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

August 25, 2026Episode 23828 min

Work Life Balance & Productivity, with Daniel Sih

Send us Fan Mail Running a business can feel like living inside your inbox. You are always on, always reacting, and even when nothing is truly urgent, it can all start to feel urgent. In this episode, we talk about how to “make space” in a practical way, so you can stay productive without letting work take over your life. Today I’m joined by Daniel Sih, founder of Spacemakers, a wellbeing and productivity coach who helps busy people make space and keep pace. Daniel is an award-winning author, productivity expert, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and founder of Spacemakers®, helping busy leaders reclaim focus, reduce overload, and make space for what truly matters. Daniel’s award-winning books include Spacemaker , Raising Tech-Healthy Humans , and Wise AI , exploring productivity, digital wellbeing, parenting and the wise use of artificial intelligence in a rapidly changing world. Together, we unpack what that actually looks like day to day, including boundaries, switching off properly, and why most business owners overestimate the consequences of not responding immediately. We also go upstream into the real reasons people struggle to slow down, like guilt, fear of missing out, and the belief that no one else can do it. Daniel shares the mindset shifts that help, plus the habits and systems that support focus, better decisions, and a more sustainable rhythm. If you want practical strategies you can start using straight away, this conversation will give you plenty to work with. We also mention Daniel’s Spacemakers podcast, his books Spacemaker and Wise AI , and his Email Ninja resources at emailninja.com if you want to dive deeper after you listen. Episode Website: https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/rise-up-in-business-podcast/work-life-balance-productivity-with-daniel-sih Connect with Daniel: Website: https://www.spacemakers.au LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/danielsih/ Podcast: https://www.spacemakers.au/podcast/seasons Email mini-course: https://www.spacemakers.au/email-ninja/ LINKS 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

August 11, 2026Episode 23712 min

Stop using Chat GPT for this

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. Episode Website: https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/rise-up-in-business-podcast/stop-using-chatgpt-for-this LINKS: 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

July 28, 2026Episode 23624 min

The 5-minute habit that will save you 5-figure problems

Send us Fan Mail Business gets heavier as it grows. More clients, more conversations, more moving parts, and less patience for the clean ups that come from miscommunication. If this is you, you need the five minute habit that prevents five figure problems. In this episode, we talk about a simple habit that can prevent some of the most expensive problems I see in businesses, putting key conversations in writing. You will hear why clarity is not just a legal or admin thing, it is a client experience tool. We unpack how a small “yes, we can add that” can quietly turn into scope creep, timeline blowouts, fee disputes, and awkward conversations if nothing is confirmed in writing. If you have ever worried about sounding distrustful, or felt like you do not have time, this episode will reframe that for you. Three to five minutes now can save hours later, and it can protect your time, your energy, and your relationships as your business grows. Episode Website: https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/rise-up-in-business-podcast/the-5-minute-habit-that-will-save-you-5-figure-problems LINKS 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

July 14, 2026Episode 23523 min

Behind the Scenes: The pillars that hold my business together

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. Episode Website: https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/rise-up-in-business-podcast/behind-the-scenes-the-pillars-that-hold-my-business-together LINKS 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

June 30, 202631 min

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

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. Episode Website: https://www.tmlegalatelier.com.au/rise-up-in-business-podcast/permission-granted-redefining-confidence-and-success-for-women-over-40 Connect with Fi: Fi Mims Website here Fi Mims Instagram page here Fi Mims LinkedIn page here LINKS 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