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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.

If you have any questions, please contact us at YOUR SUPPORT EMAIL HERFooter 1.1E

What Makes an Author

What Makes an Author?

July 25, 20226 min read

Being "a published author" may make you think of money as a reward for endless hours spent writing and re-writing. It's interesting how many people dream of being famous authors—the idea that they will finally get recognized after all their hard work seems so fulfilling!

So, does commercial publishing seem more appealing than any other form of creative expression? Maybe because there are financial incentives: payouts from publishers who want to showcase their skills even further by printing books written primarily for them, or simply because we feel this is the best way share our message.

But what if you don't want to be a published author? What if you want to write for the love of writing? Is that so wrong? Well, no. Plenty of people write simply for the love of writing and don't seek recognition or financial compensation for their work. These writers don't care about getting rich or famous. They want to be able to write whatever they feel like and share it with others. Some people love writing so much that all the recognition in this world won't change their minds. There's no need for compensation when you're doing something YOU love anyhow-right?? That doesn't mean they're not successful authors; many are pretty successful, even if they don't have published books.

However, the first time you put words on paper and sent them off to be read by someone else was when your informal writing became published. Did you know you were a confirmed author the moment readership started? It doesn't matter if it was a letter to a friend, a journal entry, or even a shopping list; if someone else read it, you're a published author.

So, being a published author isn't about making money or getting recognition; it's simply about writing and sharing your work with others. And that's something anyone can do. Publishing your writing is a great way to get your writing out there. There are many different ways to be a published author. You can submit your work to magazines or newspapers, or you can self-publish your work online. You can even share your writing with friends and family.

Whichever way you choose to publish your work, remember that the most important thing is that you're writing for the love of it. Don't worry about becoming a famous author; focus on enjoying the process of writing and sharing your work with others. That's what being a published author is all about. Just remember that it's not about the money or the fame; it's about writing something you love and sharing it with the world. And anyone can do that.

Allowing your readers to experience the world as you see it is what writing does best. Your writing can have far-reaching effects, influencing not just the lives of those you write for but also generations yet unborn. When we put our thoughts in print share them with others, they must be accurate so as not to lead anyone astray. You have the power to change people's lives with just one word. You can help them escape pain and struggle, or you could offer support when they need it most, all because of what's written on paper - words that might be considered poetry by some readers but provide solutions for problems nonetheless!

What is the First Step Towards Publishing Your Book?

As I stated, anyone can write, but being a published author requires a bit more effort. You must be willing to share your work with the world and put it out there for others to see. When you are starting, finding a good publisher, or publishing service provider to help you get your work out there is crucial. The entire publishing process can be complicated and overwhelming, but finding a good publisher to work with is essential.

It would be best if you found someone to guide you through this journey of getting published for the first time. There are many different publishers, from small presses to large ones. Do-it-yourself options are also available, as well as publishing services companies. Publishing Services Companies walk you through each step of publishing your book. Each type of publishing has its advantages and disadvantages. You must decide which is the best fit for you and your work.

Once you have found a publisher, the next step is to write a good book. This may seem overwhelming, but it is essential to remember that you are the expert on your subject. No one knows more about your topic than you do, so use this to your advantage. Write from your heart and share your passion with others. The journey to success is not always easy and can be difficult, but the satisfaction you feel when someone appreciates your work will make all those struggles worthwhile! You will also enjoy the benefits of your hard work.

If you follow these steps, you will be well on the way to becoming a published author. Just remember to write for the love of it and don't worry about becoming famous. Most importantly, you are enjoying the process and sharing your work with others for the greater good. What are the Benefits of Publishing - Publishing creates tangible products that people can hold onto and refer back to when they need inspiration or guidance - The power within these words will resonate with those who have similar experiences in their life, making them feel less alone on this journey through unknown territory. - It also gives the author a sense of accomplishment, to know that their work has been valuable enough to somebody that they wanted to keep it close by. There's something special about holding your book in your hands and saying, "I wrote this."

Being a published author is an excellent way to build credibility in your field. If you're an expert on a particular topic, writing a book about it will solidify your status as an authority on the subject. It can also open doors for speaking engagements, consulting work, and other opportunities that otherwise wouldn't be available to you. - It's also a great way to build your brand. If you're a business owner, writing a book about your industry can help you attract new customers and clients. If you're a coach or consultant, writing a book can help you position yourself as an expert in your field. - And last but not least, it's simply a lot of fun!

If you enjoy writing, publishing your work is a great way to share your passion with the world, and fill you with a great sense of accomplishment. So, what are you waiting for? Get started with your own blog and share your unique perspective on the world. If you're looking for more information about how to get started or want to know about our publishing opportunities, visit our website today. We can't wait to read what you have to say!

Happy Writing! ~ Dr. Stephanie Krol

Riley-Infinity

References:

1.    Bell, Julia. The Creative Writing Coursebook: Forty Authors Share Advice and Exercises for Fiction and Poetry. Macmillan, 2001.

2.    King, Stephen. On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft. Scribner, 2000.

3.    Lamott, Anne. Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life. Anchor Books, 1994.

4.    Novakovich, Josip. Writing Fiction Step by Step. Story Press, 2001.

5.    Pinker, Steven. The Sense of Style: The Thinking Person's Guide to Writing in the 21st Century. Penguin Books, 2014.

6.    Strunk, William Jr., and E.B. White. The Elements of Style. Pearson, 2017.

7.    Thoreau, Henry David. Walden. Penguin Classics, 2016.

8.    Zinsser, William. On Writing Well: The Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction. Harper Perennial, 2016.

Please note that the above references are for informational purposes and further reading on the topic of writing and publishing.

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Stephanie Krol

Dr. S. has a proven reputation of excellence & professionalism alike among clients & peers, in Higher Education Administration (Chicago-land market), and is a Publishing Services Provider. Krol is a well-known Multi-Award-Winning Educator (Professor, Speaker, Curriculum & Training Developer, & sought after Allied Health-Higher Education Dean (school turn around expert), while Investing & Brokering over the last 25+years, because of her proven market knowledge, integrity, and personalized approach. She transitioned into Publishing services, and enjoys advocating for authors, is a #1 Best-Selling National and International Author, a Certified Raw Dog Food Nutrition Specialist, and an entrepreneur. Dr. S. is: ➰a Boutique Publishing Services Provider, and Founder of Riley-Infinity & Lemniscate-Infinity Press ➰An Amazon Best Selling, & National Multi-Award-Winning Author (What the Pet Food Industry IS NOT Telling You…) ➰a Health Advocate (Functional Medicine Practitioner) ➰a Co-owner of a Real Estate School (Nationwide) Featured in many articles, podcasts, radio & TV relative to her functional medicine background, pet health & wellness consulting and publishing. She was inducted into The Marquis Who’s Who Publication Board. Her clients books have won a NYC Big Books Award, Silver, and BIBA. Her book has won 2022 Gold-NYC Big Books Award, Distinguished Favorite for Nonfiction Book Cover, 2022 Gold-Nonfiction Author’s Association, Living Now Award-Gold 2022 (IPPY), IBPA Benjamin Franklin, Silver Award 2022 & Independent Press Award 2022. She has very positive professional reviews (Kirkus, BookLife/Publishers Weekly, Blue Ink & The Wishing Shelf). She partners with: other publishing service providers, and independent authors, managing books for High-end Influencers, & Speakers all the way to a la cart folks creating DIY beautiful legacy books for their families. From fiction, to non-fiction, political, business, Ph.D. peers & higher educators alike, to decades long systematic world changers, children’s book writers, working with those passionate about their books, positively moved to change the world! Passionate about reversing disease & pain in dogs, cats & horses around the world, by changing the conversation from yearly vet visits to what we put in and on our pets daily!

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