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Ever wondered if your small business is actually protected… or if you’re one signature away from a lawsuit waiting to explode?
And as an employee, do you really know what you signed… or did you just smile, nod, and hope for the best?

Those tiny landmines hide everywhere in the world of HR.
And today, we’re digging them up with someone who knows this world inside out.

In this episode of Success Through Connections, I sit down with my friend and HR powerhouse Diane Faulkner. She’s one of those rare people who’s sweet as honey on the outside but sharp as a scalpel when it comes to HR law. And trust me… you want someone like that in your corner.

Before Diane ever became the go-to HR expert writing for Forbes, LegalZoom, and U.S. News & World Report, I knew her simply as the kind, thoughtful woman I met at a women’s retreat. Then I learned she has 37 years of HR experience, runs two companies, and teaches business owners how to avoid walking straight into lawsuits they didn’t even know existed.

And today, she’s breaking it all down for you.

Here’s a quick look at what we get into:

• The biggest legal mistakes business owners make without realizing it
• Why having any employee without a handbook is basically inviting trouble
• The truth about non-competes
• Independent contractors vs employees
• How toxic culture becomes a lawsuit
• How to negotiate severance the smart way
• The behind-the-scenes reality of HR
• Her upcoming book: “Don’t Get Sued, Get Smart”

And at the end, Diane shares the story of how one unexpected connection launched her national writing and speaking career—including a first-ever speaking engagement in front of 500 people.

This episode is packed with clarity, caution, and “I didn’t know that” moments that every business owner, contractor, and employee needs to hear. If you’ve ever hired someone, been hired, been fired, signed a contract, or avoided one… this conversation is going to open your eyes.

Connect with Diane Faulkner

If you’d like to get Diane’s upcoming book Don’t Get Sued, Get Smart or work with her for HR consulting, handbooks, writing, or compliance support, you can reach her directly at [email protected]

You can also visit dianefaulkner.com, where you’ll find a preorder popup for the book and more details about her services.

If you email her, mention you heard her on Success Through Connections so she can prioritize your message.

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