My Gal Friday VA Package
Terms & Conditions

We are so excited to begin our partnership!

This Independent Contractor Agreement (this “Agreement”) outlines how we will work together, letting you know what to expect every step of the way while keeping us both legally protected. As we prepare for our collaboration, please read and fully review this entire Agreement before submitting payment.
 

Simplify, Simplify
A Massachusetts LLC
Known as “Independent Contractor,” “Contractor,” “we,” “us,” “our”
 

And

Anyone who purchases a package of My Gal Friday hours
Known as “Client,” “you,” “your”
 

The Contractor and the Client will collectively be referred to as the “Parties,” and each individually as a “Party.”
 

1. Term + Scope of Services

Term. This Agreement is effective as of the date the Client purchases My Gal Friday hours (“Effective Date”) and will remain in effect for one (1) calendar year unless earlier terminated in accordance with this Agreement. All hours purchased under this Agreement expire exactly one calendar year from the purchase date and will not roll over.
 

General Purpose. You desire to hire the Contractor to deliver certain Services (the “Services”), and therefore enter into this Agreement with Simplify, Simplify on the Effective Date.
 

Services. The Contractor agrees to provide the deliverables (“Deliverables”) to the Client as outlined in correspondence when assigning tasks. You agree to provide any informational materials, documents, data, software, brand assets, accounts, and other assets (“Client Assets”) that are deemed necessary to ensure the Deliverables meet the goals of the project.
 

Schedule. Both Parties agree to adhere to the schedule discussed which fits with Simplify, Simplify's standard operating hours of Monday-Thursday 10am-2pm ET, excluding national holidays and other days presented on the closure calendar.
 

2. Contractor + Client Responsibilities

Contractor Responsibilities.

• Provide all Services as outlined during task assignment.

• Designate and delegate employees or independent contractors that we determine to be capable of producing the Deliverables.

• Maintain complete and accurate time-tracking records and materials receipts related to providing the Services agreed upon.

• Follow generally recognized industry standards and provide the Deliverables in a timely, efficient, and professional manner.
   

Client Responsibilities.

• Respond promptly to any reasonable requests from the Contractor for instructions, approvals, access, feedback, information, and additional resources.

• Collaborate with the Contractor and provide access to necessary Client Assets.

• Take all steps necessary to prevent any delays in the Contractor’s execution of the Deliverables.

• Notify the Contractor of any scheduled extended periods of unavailability or limited Internet access that might affect the schedule.
   

The Client understands that hours will be tracked internally and deducted based on time worked. A summary of time spent can be provided upon request.
 

3. Compensation + Expenses

All packages must be paid in full before work begins.

You agree to pay the Contractor for the Services ahead of time by purchasing packages of hours. Any expenses incurred by the Contractor in the course of delivering the Services are the Contractor’s sole responsibility and must be pre-approved by the Client to be eligible for reimbursement. Client will reimburse the Contractor for all pre-approved expenses plus any applicable taxes and fees within 7 days of the date on our invoice (“Due Date”).

You understand and agree that you will be responsible for any sales, use, and excise taxes where applicable.
 

4. Intellectual Property

Each Party will own and retain all rights in its logos, brand elements, trademarks, and other intellectual property. Each Party agrees not to use the other Party’s intellectual property, except in the course of providing or receiving Services.

Client Assets remain the sole property of the Client. Providing Client Assets does not constitute an assignment or transfer of ownership. By providing intellectual property to us, you guarantee that you own the rights to or have permission to use said property and agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any infringement claims.

The Deliverables and any other designs, text, or content created under this Agreement (“Content”) are considered work made for hire and are the exclusive property of the Client. If any Content does not qualify as work made for hire, we assign all rights to you. We retain the right to showcase the work in our portfolio or for marketing purposes.
 

5. Confidentiality + Nondisclosure

We agree to:

• Protect and safeguard your confidential or proprietary information.

• Use such information only to deliver the Services.

• Disclose it only to those who need to know.
   

Information does not count as confidential if it becomes public through no fault of the receiving Party or is already known, independently developed, or disclosed by a third party without breach.

You understand that certain topics may be anonymously shared for internal training or consultation purposes.

These obligations survive termination of this Agreement.
 

6. Pause Clause

If the Project is paused for any reason (such as illness, personal emergency, or lack of Client responsiveness), the Contractor may place the Project on hold. When resumed, the schedule will be revised based on our current availability.
 

We may charge a rescheduling fee and retain all payments made. All outstanding balances must be paid before work resumes.
 

7. Office Hours + Communication

We are generally available Monday-Thursday 10am-2pm ET. Communication will take place via email and WhatsApp. We may also use tools like ClickUp, Google Drive, and 17hats. By entering this Agreement, you consent to our chosen communication methods.
 

8. Refunds + Cancellations

Due to the nature of this Service, no refunds will be issued unless explicitly agreed upon due to failure to deliver Services. If the Client cancels prior to completion, the Contractor retains the right to keep all payments and charge for work completed.
 

9. Termination

A 14-day written notice is required to terminate this Agreement. Notice must be emailed to liz@simplifysimplify.me. We will continue working during the notice period, and you agree to pay for all work completed during that time.
 

Upon termination, we will deliver all completed work, return physical items, and destroy Client credentials upon request. You must do the same with our Confidential Information.
 

If either Party materially breaches this Agreement and fails to cure the breach within 48 business hours after written notice, the non-breaching Party may terminate immediately. Refunds will be prorated as applicable, minus card processing fees.
 

10. Independent Contractor Status

The Contractor is an Independent Contractor, not an employee or partner. We:

• Decide how and when we work.

• Use our own tools and processes.

• May hire help at our discretion.

• Are responsible for our taxes and compliance.
   

We do not:

• Represent ourselves as authorized agents of the Client.

• Enter agreements on your behalf.
   

11. Insurance

We will maintain appropriate liability and business insurance throughout the Term.
 

12. Non-Solicitation + Other Business Activities

You agree not to solicit or hire our team, employees, or subcontractors during the Term and for 24 months after without written approval. Public job postings are excluded.
 

We may offer services to other clients so long as it does not impact our performance for you or cause a conflict of interest.
 

13. Dispute Resolution + Arbitration

Any disputes will be resolved by binding arbitration per the American Arbitration Association, held in Worcester, MA (or another location designated by the Contractor if necessary). Both Parties will share costs equally.
 

14. Miscellaneous Provisions

Choice of Law. This Agreement is governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
 

Force Majeure. We are not liable for delays due to circumstances beyond our control, including natural disasters, illness, pandemics, or technical outages.
 

Transfer + Assignment. You may not assign this Agreement without our written consent.
 

Headings. Headings are for convenience only.
 

Entire Agreement. This is the final agreement and supersedes all prior discussions. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.
 

Severability + No Waiver. If a provision is found invalid, all other provisions remain valid. Failure to enforce any provision does not waive the right to enforce it later.
 

Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts.
 

By submitting payment, I agree to the terms of the Simplify, Simplify Client Services Agreement.

Contact Information

Simplify, Simplify LLC
liz@simplifysimplify.me
508-403-0145
www.simplifysimplify.me

Last Modified: March 28, 2025