TERMS OF USE

The Nickel Collective

Last updated: 02/12/2026

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of The Nickel Collective website, content, advisory services, and associated media properties.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following terms.

Nature of Website

The Nickel Collective provides:

  • Performance Advisory services

  • Leadership consulting

  • Educational content

  • Podcast media

  • Thought leadership

Services are advisory and educational in nature.

They are not therapy, medical treatment, legal advice, or financial advice.

No Therapeutic Relationship

Use of this website or participation in advisory services does not establish:

  • A therapist-client relationship

  • A medical provider relationship

  • A fiduciary relationship

We do not diagnose, treat, or manage mental health conditions.

If you require clinical support, consult a licensed healthcare professional.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including:

  • Essays

  • Podcast content

  • Frameworks

  • Visual identity

  • Copy

  • Graphics

  • Logos

is the property of The Nickel Collective and may not be reproduced, distributed, or republished without written permission.

You may share links with attribution.

Advisory Engagement Tools

Engagement terms, including fees, scope, duration, and communication policies, are defined within individual client agreements.

General website access does not entitle users to advisory services.

We reserve the right to:

  • Accept or decline advisory applicants

  • Modify service structure

  • Adjust pricing

Payment Terms

Advisory services require payment as outlined in the client agreement.

Failure to remit payment may result in suspension of services.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

The Nickel Collective shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

  • Use of the website

  • Advisory decisions

  • Business outcomes

  • Content interpretation

All decisions made based on advisory insight are your responsibility.

Assumption of Risk

You acknowledge that:

  • Performance decisions involve inherent risk

  • Business and leadership outcomes cannot be guaranteed

  • Advisory insights are analytical frameworks, not directives

Third-Party Platforms

Podcast hosting services, email platforms, scheduling tools, and social media sites are governed by their own terms.

We are not responsible for third-party system failures.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Wisconsin, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Changes to These Terms

These terms may be updated periodically. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of any changes.

Enterprise and Organizational Engagements

The Nickel Collective provides advisory and consulting services to organizations, executive teams, and leadership cohorts.

All enterprise services are:

  • Strategic and analytical in nature

  • Designed for performance insight and organizational assessment

  • Non-clinical and non-diagnostic

A. No Employment or HR Authority

The Company does not:

  • Make employment decisions

  • Conduct formal HR investigations

  • Provide legal compliance determinations

  • Replace internal HR, legal, or executive authority

All personnel decisions remain the sole responsibility of the organization.

B. No Legal or Regulatory Advice

Enterprise engagements do not constitute legal counsel, compliance certification, or regulatory review. Organizations are responsible for consulting licensed legal professionals for employment law, compliance, and governance matters.

C. Organizational Outcomes

While advisory insights are grounded in behavioral science and systems analysis, no specific business, financial, cultural, or retention outcomes are guaranteed.

Implementation decisions remain at the discretion of the organization.

D. Confidential Business Information

Enterprise engagements may involve the exchange of sensitive organizational information. Any confidentiality terms governing such engagements will be defined in a separate written agreement.

Website access alone does not establish a consulting relationship.

Podcast Content Disclaimer

The Performance Under Pressure podcast is an educational and informational platform.

Podcast content:

  • Reflects professional opinions and analysis

  • Is intended for thought leadership and discussion

  • Does not constitute therapy, medical advice, legal advice, or individualized consulting

Listening to the podcast does not establish an advisory, therapeutic, or fiduciary relationship.

A. No Individualized Advice

Podcast episodes discuss general frameworks related to performance, burnout, identity strain, decision-making, and leadership systems.

Content is not tailored to any specific listener’s circumstances.

B. Guest Opinions

Guest views expressed on the podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Nickel Collective.

We do not independently verify all statements made by guests.

C. Assumption of Risk

By listening to the podcast, you acknowledge that applying concepts discussed may involve personal or professional risk.

You assume full responsibility for any decisions or actions taken based on podcast content.

Contact

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, you may contact:

Email: hello@thenickelcollective.com