From Tina Turner and Trademarks to Ask Me Anything Q+A Sessions: Your July Update


Hello Reader,

I don't know where July is rushing off to, but I wish it would stay awhile...

That being said, I wanted to catch you up on what’s been happening behind the scenes—and what’s on the horizon before July is a distant memory.

📝 New Blog Posts Are Live

If you're building a brand with impact, you’ll want to read these latest drops:

That Name Sounds Familiar—And That’s the Legal Problem
A breakdown of the Tina Turner Estate vs. "Simply Tina" case and what every founder can learn from it.

Brand Protection Is Boundary Work
Because protecting your brand is also about protecting your peace.

How Compromised Boundaries in Contracts Leave You Burned Out
Legal burnout is real. Here’s how to prevent it.


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🎧 New Podcast Episode – TCIL C-Suite Legal Lounge™

Episode: That Name Sounds Familiar—And That’s the Legal Problem

We dive into the legal dispute between the Tina Turner estate and the tribute band “Simply Tina”—but this isn’t just celebrity news.

In this episode, I cover:

  • Why likelihood of confusion is the real legal issue
  • Why attribution doesn’t equal permission
  • What this case teaches us about inspiration vs. infringement
  • And how to audit your brand now, before problems arise

🎧 Listen to the full episode here


💡New Offer: Decision Clarity Check-In Sessions

Need a safe, strategic space to think through a contract, a collaboration, or a shift in your business?

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🗓️ Save the (New) Date: Trademarks + Trailblazers Workshop – July 30th @ 7pm ET

If the Tina Turner/Simply Tina case sparked questions about your brand, this session is for you.

We'll unpack:

  • What trademarks actually protect (it’s more than your name)
  • How infringement happens even with good intentions
  • How to file, avoid common pitfalls, and protect your future

🛍️ What’s Next:

  • Launching the new shop experience soon—and I’ll be testing it with flash sales on some of your favorite tools: journals, action sheets, planners, spreadsheets—all at deep discounts.
  • New Journal Drop:
    Just wrapped the Golden Radiance Writing Prompts Journal, inspired by the bold, electric spirit of Tina Turner. It’s confidence on the page. Stay tuned for the official release.
  • More Trademark Workshops Coming Soon:
    A Trademark Protection & Registration Series that goes beyond the basics. We’ll cover how to protect your brand, your name, your reputation—and keep legal risks at bay as you grow.

That a wrap! Thanks for being here and subscribing. Whether you’re building something new or protecting something brilliant, I’m right here with tools, stories, and clarity to keep you going.

Be well. Do well. Protect it all!
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