Cody Jess is one of the top-rated Business Litigation attorneys in Phoenix, AZ.  His practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, commercial bankruptcy, creditors’ rights, and business law. I’m excited to share our conversation because regardless of if you’re an LLC, S corp, or C corp, you will want to hear from the guy that finds these discrepancies in business documents and get some insight into the common mistakes that he sees people making.    Cody and I talk about how to get really clear in your contracts and keep them updated, key differences between independent contractors and employees, and why you want to increase your personal liability umbrella as your assets grow. Cody breaks down what to look out for when you’re thinking about taking on a board position and critical legal areas where you don’t want to cut corners. Plus, I share my top tip for moving past the fear and dread that a lot of us feel about reviewing and organizing legal documents.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The biggest mistakes that entrepreneurs tend to make their first few years in business (and how to avoid them)  The types of contracts that entrepreneurs should get comfortable putting into place  Why it’s crucial to have your corporate books in order, regardless of the size of your company  The attorney fees clause that you want to have in all your contracts The first thing that Cody asks when he’s been invited to sit on a board    RESOURCES Buy your ticket for the next Wealth & Business Summit on November 9-11 in Scottsdale, AZ. Early bird pricing is available now!   CONNECT WITH CODY Connect on LinkedIn: Cody Jess    CONNECT WITH CANDY Follow me: @candyvalentino Join Founders Organization