Contracts 101 For Business Owners

This session will be led by Michelle Bufano, who will break down the contract provisions business owners encounter every day!

Every business owner deals with contracts—but most have never been taught how to actually read one.

In this practical, one-hour workshop, attorney and business advisor Michelle Bufano will break down the contract provisions business owners encounter every day and explain what they mean, why they matter, and where the real risks may be hiding.

We'll cover what to look for before you sign, including payment and termination provisions, indemnification, limitations of liability, intellectual property, confidentiality, warranties, dispute resolution, and other terms that can have significant consequences for your business.

You'll also learn:

• Which contract provisions deserve a closer look—and why
• Common terms business owners agree to without understanding their impact
• When seemingly "standard" language may not be so standard
• What you can—and should—negotiate
• How to approach a contract based on risk, rather than trying to understand every word
• When it's time to get professional advice before signing

The goal isn't to turn you into a lawyer. It's to make you a smarter, more confident business owner the next time a contract lands in your inbox.

Perfect for: Founders, entrepreneurs and small business owners who regularly enter into agreements with clients, customers, vendors, contractors or business partners.

Presented by Michelle Bufano, attorney, founder of the Law Offices of Michelle M. Bufano LLC and Michelle Bufano Business Consulting LLC, and a strategic advisor to business owners.

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