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A Lawyer Who Rocks Unlocks the Mysteries of Intellectual Property

Joleen Winther Hughes founder and fearless leader of Hughes Media Law Group uses her expertise, experiences with the entertainment industry, and life as a serial entrepreneur to share why IP is important and the simple steps to take to prepare yourself for your inevitable brilliance.

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A Lawyer Who Rocks Unlocks the Mysteries of Intellectual Property
Brooms by Betania Ridenour
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Make a Clean Sweep of It

Maker Betania Ridenour teaches us cleaning as a spiritual practice.

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3 Copyright-Free or Friendly Stock Image Sites that Focus on Representation
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3 Copyright-Free or Friendly Stock Image Sites that Focus on Representation

Representation matters. Here are 3 image collections that focus on BIPOC, gender fluid, and body-positive representations to use in your own creative work.

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Intellectual Property and Copyright Cliff Notes
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Intellectual Property and Copyright Cliff Notes

IP is complex—but don’t let that scare you. Here’s what you need to know about protecting your work with copyright and trademarks, and using other people’s work under fair use and attribution.

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Perfecting Your Elevator Pitch
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Perfecting Your Elevator Pitch

It can feel weird to try and ‘sell yourself,’ but figuring out who you are and what you’re great at is crucial to get you where you want to go. And it turns out there are ways to sell yourself—without selling out!

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Business Plan Canvas

Use this business plan canvas template to figure out value, marketing, and logistics and you'll be launching in no time!

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SIFF Artistic Director Beth Barrett 's Favorite Nature Docs
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Seattle International Film Festival's Artistic Director Beth Barrett's Most Memorable Nature Docs

Looking to explore the natural world? Get your Tevas on and prep with these incredible films about our big blue planet.

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The Future of Creativity

Rachel Carlson of World Famous shares how, as a creative, being who you are is the best asset you can bring to the job.

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