Too many studio owners assume loyalty will protect their business.
But when a star instructor leaves — and takes clients or staff with them — it can shake everything.

In this episode, Cory shares a real studio situation and breaks down what legal protections actually work (and which ones don’t) when contractors leave.

Why This Matters
If you rely on independent contractors, most non-competes won’t hold up. And by the time someone leaves, it’s often too late to fix it. The protection has to be built in before problems arise.

Key Takeaways
✔️ Why non-competes rarely work with 1099 instructors
✔️ When non-solicitation clauses can help
✔️ Why NDAs don’t protect your client list the way you think
✔️ How culture + customized contracts create real protection

Cory’s Legal Pro Tip
📄 “If your contracts only talk about rules — but not expectations and culture — you’re already behind. The strongest protection is proactive and clearly communicated from day one.”

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Too many wellness entrepreneurs think they can “figure out legal later.”

In this episode, Cory shares real stories of clients who waited until there was already a problem—and paid the price. One preventable issue cost over $70,000 when it could have been handled proactively for under $5,000.

Why This Matters

Legal protection isn’t just about avoiding lawsuits. It’s about having someone on your team who understands your business goals, your growth plans, and your risks—before something goes wrong.

When you don’t have that relationship in place, small mistakes become very expensive problems.

Key Takeaways

✔️ Reactive legal support always costs more than proactive setup
✔️ Templates and DIY documents don’t replace industry-specific strategy
✔️ Intellectual property needs proper licensing agreements—not just NDAs
✔️ A lawyer who understands your business can resolve issues in one email

Cory’s Legal Pro Tip

📄 “If I’m brought in before the problem, I can prevent it. If I’m brought in after, I can fix it—but it will cost you more.”

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Too many wellness entrepreneurs offer verbal incentives to close a deal—without ever putting them in writing.

In this episode, Cory shares a real story of a client who bought a $90,000 piece of equipment based on a refund promise… and never saw the money. He explains how false inducement works, how off-contract promises can nullify agreements, and what to do instead.

Why This Matters
You can follow the contract to the letter—but if someone entered the deal based on a false promise, the whole thing can be thrown out. That’s the legal power of inducement.

Key Takeaways
✔️ If a promise isn’t in the contract, it can still legally count—if it influenced the purchase
✔️ False inducement is grounds to void a contract or demand refunds
✔️ Always document off-scope promises in writing (email or message)
✔️ Saying “you’ll get this extra” just to close a sale can backfire

Cory’s Legal Pro Tip
📄 “Even if you meant well, a promise made before signing—like a bonus or refund—can invalidate the whole agreement if you don’t follow through. Always document everything in writing.”

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