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Terms and Conditions
Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully. The Health Coach Group, LLC reserves the right to change these Terms and Conditions on the Website from time to time, and by using the Website, you agree to the Terms and Conditions as they appear whether or not you have read them. If at any time you do not agree with these Terms and Conditions, please do not use this Website.
Website Use and Consent
Whether you use this Website as a casual visitor, guest, registered user, licensee, or as a member of our programs, you agree to certain terms which are outlined below.
If you have purchased a program or subscription or otherwise entered into an agreement with us, you will also be governed by the terms of that agreement or the terms and conditions for that program, which shall prevail in the event of a conflict. Online purchases have additional terms and conditions relating to the transaction as indicated.
We try to ensure that Website availability is uninterrupted and that transmissions will be error-free. However, we cannot guarantee that your access will not be suspended or restricted from time to time, including to allow for repairs, maintenance or the introduction of new facilities or services. We, of course, try to limit the frequency and duration of any suspension or restriction. Contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. This information may be changed or updated without notice.
We assume no Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of published information on or through this Website, the Website may inadvertently responsibility for errors or omissions on the site or in documents referenced by or linked to our Website.
This Website is intended solely for users who are thirteen (13) years of age or older. Any registration by, use of or access to the Website by anyone under age 13 is unauthorized, unlicensed and in violation of these Terms of Use. By accessing or using this Website, you represent and warrant that you are 13 years or older and that you agree to and to abide by all of our terms and conditions.
Intellectual Property Rights
The content, layout, design, data, databases, and graphics on this Website are protected by United States intellectual property laws. Content is solely owned by us unless otherwise indicated.
Our Limited License to You.
This Website and all the materials available on the Website are the property of us and/or our affiliates or licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
The content, layout, design, data, databases, and graphics on this Website are protected by United States intellectual property laws. The content is solely owned by us unless otherwise indicated.
If you purchase any program, services, or materials through this Website, you will be considered our Licensee and the terms and conditions specifically relating to the respective program or service purchase shall apply.
If you are a visitor to this Website and you are not making a purchase of a program, service, or materials through this Website, for the avoidance of doubt, all content obtained from or on this Website is our property, and you are granted a revocable, non-transferable license for personal, non-commercial use only, limited to you only.
When you enroll in or purchase any of our programs or services or obtain information through this Website, you expressly agree that you will not steal our content. Duplication, sharing, or uploading course files to sharing sites, or downloading or sharing information contrary to the limited license we have provided to you herein is considered stealing and theft, and we will prosecute theft to the full extent of the law.
In addition, as a Licensee, you understand and acknowledge that the information obtained on or through this Website have been developed or obtained by us through the investment of significant time, effort, and expense, and that this information is a valuable, special and unique asset of ours which needs to be protected from improper and unauthorized use.
You may not use this site or the materials available on or through this Website in a manner that constitutes an infringement of our rights, or that has not been authorized by us.
As a visitor to this Website, you may from time to time, download and/or print copies of individual pages of the Website, including blog posts, for your personal, non-commercial use, provided that you give us full attribution and credit by name, keep intact all copyright and other proprietary notices and, if used electronically, you must include the link back to the Website page from which the information was obtained. By downloading, printing, or otherwise using Website content for personal use you in no way assume any ownership rights of that material.
You may not in any way use, copy, adapt or represent any of our material in any way as if it is yours or created by you unless specifically permitted to do through the terms and conditions relating to your respective program or service purchase or unless specifically authorized by us in advance and in writing.
Unless otherwise explicitly authorized in these Terms and Conditions or the terms and conditions relating to a specific program or service you purchased through this Website, or unless you obtain advance written permission from us, you may not modify, copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, transmit, translate, sell, create derivative works, exploit, or distribute in any manner or medium (including by email or other electronic means) any material purchased through any of our Programs, Products or Services, or obtained on or through the Website, including through an individual or group program, e-book, private Facebook or Website forum, or class for commercial use, or for use in any way that earns you money, and you must seek our permission before using any of our materials or content from this Website for your own business use or before sharing with others.
All rights not expressly granted in these terms or any express written license are reserved by us.
The trademarks and logos which are displayed on the Website are trademarks belonging to us. Any use including framing, meta tags or other text utilizing these trademarks, or other trademarks displayed, is strictly prohibited without our express written consent.
Your License to Us.
By posting or submitting any material (including, without limitation, comments, blog entries, photos and videos) to us via the Website, you are representing: (i) that you are the owner of the material, or are making your posting or submission with the express consent of the owner of the material; and (ii) that you are 13 years of age or older. In addition, when you submit or post any material, you are granting us, and anyone authorized by us, a royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, unrestricted, worldwide license to use, copy, modify, transmit, sell, exploit, create derivative works from, distribute, and/or publicly perform or display such material, in whole or in part, in any manner or medium, now known or hereafter developed, for any purpose. The foregoing grant that includes the right to exploit any proprietary rights in such posting of submission, including, but not limited to, right under copyright, trademark, service mark or patent laws under any relevant jurisdiction. Also, in connection with the exercise of such rights, you grant us, and anyone authorized by us, the right to identify you as the author of any of your postings or submissions by name, email address, or screen name, as we deem appropriate.
You acknowledge that we have the right but not the obligation to use and display any postings or contributions of any kind and that we may elect to cease the use and display of any such materials (or any portion thereof), at any time for any reason whatsoever.
Limitations on Linking and Framing..
You may establish a hypertext link to the Website so long as the link does not state or imply any sponsorship of your site by us or by the Website. However, you may not, without our prior written permission, frame or inline link any of the content of the Website, or incorporate into another Website or other service any of our material, content or intellectual property.
Obtaining Permission to Use Our Intellectual Property
Any request for permission of our content or images, or other use of information obtained from or through our Programs, Products, Services, or Website, or any other intellectual property not specifically authorized, should be made using the “Contact Us” form on this Website, or by sending an e-mail to YOUR SUPPORT EMAIL GOES HERE
Security
We take every precaution to protect our users’ information. When users submit sensitive information via the Website, all information is protected both online and offline.
However, due to the nature of the Internet, we cannot completely ensure or warrant the security of any information transmitted to us or through our services. Submitting information is done at your own risk.
We have security measures in place to prevent the loss, misuse, and alteration of the information that is obtained from you, but we make no assurances about our ability to prevent any such loss, misuse, to you or to any third party arising out of any such loss, misuse, or alteration.
Disclaimer
As a visitor to this Website and as a Licensee, you agree that you are using your own judgment in using the information provided on and through this Website, which is done at your own risk.
THE INFORMATION, PROGRAMS, PRODUCTS AND SERVICES OFFERED ON OR THROUGH THE WEBSITE AND BY US AND ANY THIRD-PARTY SITES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMISSIBLE PURSUANT TO APPLICABLE LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE OR ANY OF ITS FUNCTIONS WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE, THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED, OR THAT ANY PART OF THIS WEBSITE, INCLUDING BULLETIN BOARDS, OR THE SERVERS THAT MAKE IT AVAILABLE, ARE FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.
WE DO NOT WARRANT OR MAKE ANY REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE USE OR THE RESULTS OF THE USE OF THE WEBSITE OR MATERIALS ON THIS WEBSITE OR ON THIRD-PARTY SITES IN TERMS OF THEIR CORRECTNESS, ACCURACY, TIMELINESS, RELIABILITY OR OTHERWISE.
You agree at all times to defend, indemnify and hold harmless us and our affiliates, successors, transferees, assignees and licensees and respective parent and subsidiary companies, agents, associates, officers, directors, shareholders and employees from and against any and all claims, causes of action, damages, liabilities, costs and expenses, including legal fees and expenses, arising out of or related to your breach of any obligation, warranty, representation or covenant set forth herein.
We try to ensure our Website is available for use at all times, other than for a small period of scheduled downtime; however, we do not warrant that at other times our Website will be available.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we will not be liable to you for damages or refunds should our Website become unavailable or access to the Website becomes slow or incomplete due to system backup procedures, internet traffic volume, upgrades, overload of requests to the servers, general network failures or delays, or any other cause which may from time to time make our Website inaccessible to you.
The content obtained on or through this Website is designed for non-medically trained individuals and should not be relied upon as a replacement for consultation with your doctor or other qualified healthcare providers.
The information provided through our Website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment that can be provided by your own physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, therapist, counselor, mental health practitioner, licensed dietitian or nutritionist, spiritual counselor, or any other licensed or registered health care professional. You and your clients should not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking professional advice because of information you have read on this Website or received from us. You and your clients should not stop taking any medications without speaking to your physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, mental health provider or other healthcare professional. If you or your clients have or suspect that you/they have a medical or mental health issue, you are advised contact your/their own health care provider promptly.
You and your clients assume all risks and no results are guaranteed. The content of this Website is provided for educational and informational purposes only to help you reach your own business goals, but you are solely and personally responsible for the results you and your clients obtain through our Website.
By using our Website in any way or for any reason, you also implicitly agree to our full
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Limitation of Liability
Under no circumstances, including, but not limited to negligence, shall anyone related to The Health Coach Group, LLC or any subsidiary and parent companies or affiliates, included but not limited to our shareholders, directors, officers, staff, employees, affiliates, successors, transferees, assignees or licensees and their respective parent and subsidiary companies, agents, associates, officers, directors, shareholders and employees, be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages that result from the use of, or the inability to use, the Program, including its materials or third party materials made available through the Program, even if we are advised beforehand of the possibility of such damages.
You agree at all times to defend, indemnify and hold harmless YOUR BUSINESS IDENTITY GOES HERE
our shareholders, directors, officers, employees, affiliates, successors, transferees, assignees or licensees and their respective parent and subsidiary companies, agents, associates, officers, directors, shareholders and employees of each, if applicable, from and against accidents, delays, injuries, harm, loss, damage, death, lost profits, personal or business interruptions, misapplication of information, physical or mental disease, condition or issue and any and all claims, causes of action, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses, including legal fees and expenses, arising out of or related to the Program as experienced by you, anyone affiliated in any way with your business, or any of your clients, and/or your breach of any obligation, warranty, representation or covenant set forth in these Terms and Conditions.
You acknowledge and agree that no representation has been made by us or our affiliates and relied upon as to the future results that may be obtained from your access to our Website.
Third Party Links
Throughout this Website, we may provide links and pointers to Internet sites which may take you outside of our owned or controlled Website to other websites maintained by third parties. Links are provided for your convenience, and an inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or approval by us of the linked website, its operator or content.
Also, neither we nor affiliates operate or control in any respect any information, programs, products or services that third parties may provide on or through their websites or on websites linked to our Website. We have no control over the contents or functionality of those websites and accept no responsibility for any loss or damages that may arise from your use of them. We are not responsible for any website outside this Website, and such other website use will be subject to those linked websites’ relevant terms and conditions and privacy policies. It is your responsibility to review these terms and conditions and privacy policies of other websites to confirm that you understand and agree with those policies.
If applicable, any opinions, advice, statements, services, offers, or other information or content expressed or made available by third parties, including information providers, are those of the respective authors or distributors, and not us. Neither we nor any third-party provider of information guarantees the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any content. Furthermore, we do not endorse, and we are not responsible for the accuracy and reliability of any opinion, advice, or statement made on any of the Websites by anyone other than our authorized representative while acting in his/her official capacity.
Your Conduct
You must not use our Website in any way that causes or is likely to cause our Website or access to it to be interrupted, damaged or impaired in any way. You understand that you are solely responsible for all electronic communications and content sent from your computer to this Website or to us.
You must use the Website for lawful purposes only. You must not use the Website for any of the following:
1. For fraudulent purposes or in connection with a criminal offense or otherwise carry out any unlawful activity
2. To send, use or re-use any material that is illegal, offensive, abusive, indecent, harmful, defamatory, obscene or menacing, abusive, threatening, defamatory, objectionable, invasive of privacy, in breach of confidence, infringing of any intellectual property rights, or is otherwise injurious to third parties, or which consists of or contains software viruses or any other harmful or similar computer code designed to adversely affect the operation of any computer software or hardware, commercial solicitation, chain letters, mass mailings or any spam
3. To cause annoyance, inconvenience or needless anxiety
4. To impersonate any third party or otherwise mislead as to the origin of your content
5. To reproduce, duplicate, copy or resell any part of our Website or the content therein in contravention with these terms of use or any other agreement with us.
Online Commerce
Certain sections of the Website may allow you to purchase many different types of programs, products or services online that are provided by third parties. We are not responsible for the quality, accuracy, timeliness, reliability or any other aspect of these programs, products or services.
If you make a purchase from a merchant on the Website or on an external site linked to by the Website or through a cellular phone app, the information obtained during your visit to that merchant’s online store or site, and the information that you give as part of the transaction, such as your credit card number and contact information, may be collected by both the merchant and us.
A merchant may have privacy and data collection practices that are different from ours. We have no responsibility or liability for these independent policies. In addition, when you purchase our Programs, Products or Services on or through the Website, you are subject to additional terms and conditions that specifically apply to your purchase or use of such Programs, Products or Services.
You agree to be financially responsible for all purchases made by you or someone acting on your behalf through the Website or cellular phone app. You agree to use the Website and to purchase our Programs, Products or Services through the Website or cellular phone app for legitimate purposes only. You also agree not to make any purchases for speculative, false or fraudulent purposes or for the purpose of anticipating demand for a particular product or service.
You release us and our affiliates from any damages that you incur and agree not to assert any claims against them or us, arising from your purchase or use of any programs, products or services made available by third parties through the Website or cellular phone app.
Your participation, correspondence or business dealings with any third party found on or through our Website or cellular phone app, regarding payment and delivery of specific goods and services, and any other terms, conditions, representations or warranties associated with such dealings, are solely between you and such third party. You agree that we shall not be responsible or liable for any loss, damage, or other matters of any sort incurred as the result of such dealings.
You agree to only purchase goods or services for yourself or for another person for whom you are legally permitted to do so. When purchasing for a third party that requires you to submit the third party’s personal information to us or a merchant, you represent that you have obtained the express consent of such third party to provide such third party’s personal information.
For more information regarding a merchant, its online store, its privacy policies, and/or any additional terms and conditions that may apply, visit that merchant’s Website and click on its information links or contact the merchant directly.
Termination
We reserve the right in our sole discretion to refuse or terminate your access to the Website or any part of the Website at any time without notice. In the event of cancellation or termination, you are no longer authorized to access the part of the Website affected by such cancellation or termination. The restrictions imposed on you with respect to material downloaded from the Website, and the disclaimers and limitations of liabilities set forth in these Terms and Conditions, shall survive.
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5 Essential Elements of a Successful Custom Book Design
When you're publishing a book, the first impression really matters. And the one thing that often makes the biggest difference is the custom book design. Whether you’re publishing your first book or you’ve been around the block a few times, a great book design can completely change how people see your work.
A strong book design is more than just pretty pictures and fonts—it draws readers in, makes their reading experience better, boosts your brand, and helps your book stand out in the crowded world of publishing. In this article, we’ll break down five elements of book design that you should pay attention to if you want your book to shine.
1. Book Cover Design: First Impressions Matter
The cover of your book is often the first thing someone will notice. It’s your book's first chance to grab their attention, so it’s crucial that it stands out. Your cover needs to make a strong first impression if you want readers to pick up your book.
A custom-designed book cover will make sure your design fits your book’s genre, theme, and overall mood. For instance, a thriller might have bold, sharp designs, while a romance novel could use softer, more elegant fonts and colors. The right design captures the heart of your story in an instant.
Match the Genre: Different genres have different expectations when it comes to cover design. You need your cover to match what readers expect for that genre, whether it's thriller, fantasy, romance, or self-help.
Typography that Stands Out: The font should be easy to read and visually striking—something that grabs attention and doesn’t confuse the reader.
Visual Consistency: The cover design should match the feel of the story inside, so the reader gets a complete, immersive experience when they start your book.
2. Custom Book Layout: Making Reading Easy
Once a reader is drawn in by your cover, it’s time to keep them interested. A custom book design ensures that your book's interior is just as easy on the eyes as the cover. Whether it’s for print or eBook, the layout needs to be clear, simple, and comfortable to read.
The goal here is to make reading as easy and enjoyable as possible. The right fonts, spacing, and margins can make a huge difference in how smoothly the reader moves through your book.
Readable Fonts: A professional book designer will pick fonts that are easy to read and fit the tone of your book, making the reading experience as enjoyable as possible.
Consistent Formatting: Having uniform chapter titles, headers, and footers helps guide the reader and makes the book easier to follow.
Visual Balance: It’s all about balance—text and images should complement each other. For instance, while you wouldn’t want too many images in a novel, they’re great for cookbooks, children’s books, and other visually-driven genres.
3. Personalized Book Graphics: Adding Depth
Adding custom illustrations and graphics can take your book’s design to the next level. Graphics don’t just add beauty—they help bring the content to life and make the reading experience more engaging.
Whether it’s illustrations for a children’s book, diagrams for a business guide, or decorative images for a novel, custom graphics will give your book a richer, more professional feel.
Set the Mood: Your illustrations should reflect the mood of your book. A whimsical, colorful illustration might work well for a children’s book, while sleek, modern graphics could suit a business guide.
Enhance the Story: Well-done graphics help tell the story in a way that words alone can’t. They make the book more interesting and easier to follow.
4. Tailored Book Design: Aligning with Your Author Brand
Your book design should reflect your unique voice as an author. It should feel like an extension of your brand, whether you’re an established author or an up-and-coming writer. This is where the design connects with everything else you’ve created—your website, your social media, your marketing materials.
Your book design should match your personality as a writer. If you're known for being witty and lighthearted, your book’s design should show that. If your writing is more serious or academic, the design should reflect that tone, too.
Consistency Across Platforms: Your book design should feel like it belongs to the same brand as your website, social media, and promotional materials. It all ties together.
Author Identity: A custom design reinforces your image as an author. Whether you write fiction, memoirs, or business books, your design should represent who you are and the kind of writing you do.
5. Professional Book Formatting: Quality and Consistency
Finally, one of the most important elements of a successful book design is professional formatting. Whether your book is in print or digital form, proper formatting ensures that your book meets industry standards and is easy to read across all platforms.
Proper formatting preserves the design integrity of your book and makes sure that the layout remains consistent no matter where the book is read.
Print Books: For print, formatting involves the careful placement of text, margins, pagination, and front/back matter (like the title page and acknowledgments). Everything needs to be in the right place.
eBooks: Formatting for eBooks ensures the layout looks good on all devices—from Kindles to iPads and beyond.
A professional formatter will take care of these details for you, ensuring your book looks polished and consistent.
Conclusion
A great design isn’t just about making your book look pretty—it’s about enhancing the entire reading experience and making sure your book reflects your brand and your story. When you invest in custom book design, you're not just creating something visually appealing; you’re crafting a product that will connect with your readers and stand out in a crowded market.
From the book cover to professional formatting, every part of the design matters. Whether you’re working with a design service or doing it yourself, make sure you’re giving your book the attention it deserves. A great design will help your work shine and make readers want to pick it up, read it, and share it with others.
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