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IP for the Heart Centered Entrepreneur (Ep. 72)

IP for the Heart Centered Entrepreneur (Ep. 72)

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On this episode of the Money is Emotional podcast, host Christine Luken sits down with guest Shannon Villalba, founder of Heartsong Legal and a true innovator in the world of trademarks, copyright, and business strategy. Shannon isn’t your typical IP attorney, she’s a digital artist, a legal strategist, and someone who truly understands what it means to build a business with both ambition and purpose.

Shannon shares her journey from working with major entertainment brands to helping entrepreneurs protect the very ideas and methods that make them unique. You’ll learn the key differences between trademarks and copyrights, the common IP pitfalls that even smart business owners miss, and practical tips for turning your intellectual assets into long-term business value.

 

Christine and Shannon discuss:

  • What Shannon learned about branding and business development from working with artists such as Backstreet Boys and NSYNC.
  • The difference between trademarks and copyright.
  • Common IP mistakes heart-centered entrepreneurs make.
  • How protecting your intellectual property impacts the owner’s emotional well-being.
  • How having a trademark stopped a multi-million dollar insurance company from registering “financial dignity”.
  • The right time to consult an IP attorney and why waiting could cost you more than you think.

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About Shannon Villalba:

Shannon Villalba, JD LLM, is a serial entrepreneur, attorney, and holistic practitioner, and is the founder of Heartsong Legal fka Villalba Law Firm, a law firm providing holistic business and legal strategies. Her holistic approach guides her clients through business and law, drawing upon her personal experiences, intuition, and signature Heartsong Chakra Framework, enabling her clients to change their legal and business strategy narratives.

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Managing Money as a Couple (Ep. 32)

Managing Money as a Couple (Ep. 32)

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Money can be a source of contention in a relationship, but it doesn’t have to be.

Today, Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, talks about the mindset shifts and practical actions you can take to manage money as a couple in a more harmonious way. She explores how to handle your cash with your better half without the drama and is all about how to play nice with your partner when it comes to your finances. Christine is a big fan of chatting it out, getting cozy with each other’s money histories, and penciling in some adorable “money dates” to discuss spending and financial plans. She shines a spotlight on the must-haves: being as clear as crystal, building a fortress of trust, and kicking financial secrets to the curb. Plus, she’s all about mixing it up with a sprinkle of yours, mine, and ours when it comes to bank accounts.

So, buckle up. It’s time to make managing money with your main squeeze a walk in the park.

Christine discusses: 

  • The importance of open communication when managing money as a couple
  • Understanding each partner’s unique money blueprint
  • Being financially transparent and addressing financial secrecy
  • Having a weekly “money date” as a couple
  • Why both partners should be involved in financial planning and decision-making
  • And more

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Money Is Not Evil (Ep. 25)

Money Is Not Evil (Ep. 25)

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Have you ever felt guilty about desiring wealth? Have you been told that money is the root of all evil? 

Dive into this episode as Financial Dignity® Coach, Christine Luken, unravels the intricate ties between money, spirituality, and morality! Dismantling long-standing myths and drawing from the wisdom of thought leaders and spiritual  teachings, this transformative journey offers a balanced view of wealth, fostering a positive and dignified relationship with finances.

Throughout the episode, Christine dives into:

  • Discover the paradigm shift that recognizing money as a tool creates in your wealth perspective
  • Debunking misconceptions around wealth and spirituality
  • How to navigate wealth, embody generosity, and respond to scrutiny with grace and dignity
  • How to ensure that money is your servant, not your master 
  • How to uncover, process, and heal your emotional money triggers to achieve financial dignity and success
  • And more!

 

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