Notary Public Blog & Podcast of Sonita M. Leak, CNSA

The written version of this podcast can be found at: https://weddingsbysonita.com/catering-to-the-colder-months-weddings-by-sonita/ I would love your business! View my Google business page and the reviews for my wedding services here: https://g.page/r/CfEYkpeXeK0sEB0/ . . #wedding #weddingofficiant #weddingdress #weddingday #weddinginspiration #weddingphotography #weddings #weddingphotographer #weddingphoto #weddingparty #weddingplanning #weddinggown #weddinghair #weddingseason #weddingstyle #weddingflowers #weddingring #weddingdetails #weddingtime #weddinggift #weddingblog #weddingfun #weddingphotos #greenvillesc #yeahTHATgreenville --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weddingofficiantwisdom/message

Each wedding is unique, and it's important to adapt the tips in this podcast to suit the couple's preferences and the specific circumstances of each ceremony. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weddingofficiantwisdom/message

When it comes to writing your vows, remember to respect tradition while also infusing them with your own personal touch. Above all, be authentic and let your true emotions shine through. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weddingofficiantwisdom/message

As wedding traditions continue to evolve, we should challenge the taboos surrounding children's presence during the ceremony. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weddingofficiantwisdom/message

Understanding the legalities involved in marriage is a fundamental part of being a wedding officiant. It's not just about conducting a beautiful ceremony; it's about ensuring that the couple's union is legally sound. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weddingofficiantwisdom/message

As a wedding officiant, your attire should reflect respect for the occasion, the couple, and the guests. By following these guidelines, you will not only look the part but also contribute to making the couple's special day perfect. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weddingofficiantwisdom/message

With the right officiant, your wedding ceremony will be a beautiful and memorable event that you'll cherish for the rest of your life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weddingofficiantwisdom/message

As a Wedding Officiant, you should have SEVERAL ideas in your head when a couple approaches you wanting an elopement ceremony. When the park gets cliche, here are some ideas that may create a 'spark' in your couple… --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weddingofficiantwisdom/message

Tips on how to increase your engagement during your wedding ceremony. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weddingofficiantwisdom/message

Have you ever wondered what the process of a Safety Deposit Box drilling was like? Listen in to this podcast episode to find out!

Information on the Courses and Classes discussed during the audio session.

"You've gained knowledge within the groups, now get up close and personal with those Notaries. Listen in on how to join other State of South Carolina Notaries Public on September 7th, 2021." New to our Notary/Signing Agent atmosphere? Make sure you are a part of our South Carolina Notary Network Group on Facebook.

Often Veteran Notaries come in contention with these newer notaries over accepting the “lowball fees” because of these two reasons...

Listen in to get a better understanding of why some Notaries Public charge money for their notarial acts.

On the most part, situations that involve signers in assisted-living facilities whose identification documents have expired are the ones who could truly benefit from this rule. Signers will need assistance from two individuals who know them personally, ensuring that if the document also needs witnesses, that the two individuals who identify them are NOT the ones acting in that regard.

Podcast based on my presentation for the National Notary Association Annual Conference for 2020. Due to COVID-19, all presentations were presented ONLINE via YouTube. You can view the visual presentation by visiting the following: https://www.nationalnotary.org/notary-bulletin/blog/2020/08/grow-notary-business-social-media-marketing?utm_campaign=bulletin20200824&utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest&utm_content=SocialMediaBusiness Happy Listening!

On January 11th at 11am, if you are a Notary Public anywhere in the United States, attending the 2021 New Year Notary Review is where you need to be! Whether you are a New Notary or have been in the game for a while, this Online Zoom Forum is for you. This is a chance to meet and greet with other notaries, share tips on how to make your Notary commission BETTER with tips on business management self care and talk COVID-19 Notary strategy moving into this new year. If you are listening to this podcast anytime before this online event, again, being held on January 11th, 2021 at 11am, then you can navigate to facebook.com/greenvillenotaryservices to add this event to your calendar. The information will also be posted under my profiles on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

You do not have to totally avoid these types of assignments, but be VERY cautious before, during and after.

Sometimes family members get away with having those in care allowing paperwork signatures to be notarized because of the “I Love Them” factor (signing and allowing a document to be drafted sight unseen and signature notarized because they 'feel' their relative has their best interest at heart). Refer to www.GreenvilleNotary.com, direct to the related post that can be seen at http://greenvillenotary.com/notary-blog-podcast-love-them-factor/(opens in a new tab) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

Hear what notaries can do when a principal with sound mind can only make a mark or cannot physically sign at all. Refer to www.GreenvilleNotary.com *Not for legal advice or advisement. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

A little-known tidbit – If you have a document that needs signature notarization then arrive to a requesting company by either fax or email (30 pages or less for scanning and emailing, 10 pages or less for fax), we can send it without those exorbitant fees set by the major fax/copy companies. We can even put it in PDF format for you for printing later. http://greenvillenotary.com/notary-blog-dont-dare-waste-lunch/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

COVID 19 has NOT made it easy to see loved ones inside of hospitals, rehab and assisted living facilities. It has not.How does this affect those persons who are inside of them that need paperwork taken care of?After listening, what are some ways YOU assist signers who are in facilities? Have a facility experience you want to share? Send it to greenvillenotary@gmail.com. http://greenvillenotary.com/the-notary-files-notarization-methods-for-medical-care-facilities-during-covid/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

Thinking about writing your Last Will and Testament or drafting your Durable Financial Power of Attorney? Think it through before you present it to your Financial Institution for signature notarization. Due to liability issues, your Bank may say, “No.” Sonita M. Leak, the Author of this content is a National Notary Association Notary Ambassador, Contributor and recipient of the National Notary of the Year Special Honoree designation for 2019. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

With great esteem, I am honored to have been asked by the National Notary Association to return for NNA Conference 2020 as Speaker following designation for National Notary of the Year Special Honoree 2019. Speaking during the conference, I will present on two topics: Adding Wedding Officiant to your Notary Business and Social Media Marketing for Notaries Public. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

Ever wondered the steps to getting married in Greenville, South Carolina? Listen to this audio podcast to find out the steps you need to take in order to fulfill your marriage dreams! Need more information? Visit the direct post at http://weddingsbysonita.com/the-marriage-application-process-in-greenville-county-south-carolina-13/ The Marriage Notary, Sonita M. Leak --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

This is not about me, but about those women ALL OVER THE WORLD who have children and started their businesses with Children. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

Pursuing success has little to do with business. It has to do with all areas of your life... that is the Ultimate Goal. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

To date, there are only 5 states that allow notaries public to act as witness. Here are some important points to go by. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

I am honored to have contributed to various articles through the flagship magazine of the NNA. Visit www.GreenvilleNotary.com to access them. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

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It was the perfect situation, I was headed toward Downtown Greenville and JUST passing a particular Pendleton Street gas station when a call rang in to the notary line regarding one signature and one stamp document. It seemed like pie in the sky. Would this be the quickest call and signing to go down in our notary record books? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

*We do not own rights to this image* Caught in the Pokemon Go action of Greenville, South Carolina? Yes, we were! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

Not only a Notary Public for the State of South Carolina, I am a Background-Screened Notary Signing Agent through the National Notary Association, able to complete a myriad of notarial acts and services to the general public. Listen in to hear about just a few of the services I offer through GreenvilleNotary.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

"Have no fear.  No need to make the Michael Jordan 'Cry Face' on this one." Did you know that in most states, having lost your photo ID or having an expired ID is an exigent circumstance that is not as complicated to handle as people think.  Most Notaries Public would rather not deal with the situation at all, let alone handling issues with members of the public that have out-of-state and out-of-country identification. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

The story of James C. Johnson, the winner of a Life Estate Notary Service Package offered by GreenvilleNotary.com. Courtesy of Networking Tuesdays' Stephania Talley-Priester --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

A little bit about the wedding ceremonies I offer through WeddingsbySonita.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

My son, John Powell debuts on the podcast reading my 'Treat Yourself' in Order to Win - Take Time Out of Your Day to Refresh blog post from GreenvilleNotary.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

Couples often call me because their initial thought is that the judge at the probate marriage court is going to marry them... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support

The job of a notary can go from fairly simple to very complex in a matter of seconds. Many trips to hospitals, assisted living facilities.... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greenvillenotary/support