Terms of Service
Last Updated: January 2026
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Lead The Machine website, content, podcast, newsletter, and related services (“Services”).
By accessing the Site, you agree to these Terms.
About Lead The Machine
Lead The Machine is a media platform focused on the human side of AI at work, featuring commentary, interviews, newsletters, and educational material.
Content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice.
Intellectual Property
All Site content—including text, audio, video, graphics, logos, and downloadable materials—is owned by Lead The Machine or its licensors and protected by copyright and trademark laws.
You may:
- Share links to public content
- Quote brief excerpts with attribution
You may not:
- Reproduce or resell content
- Modify or redistribute materials commercially
- Use our brand assets without written permission
User Conduct
You agree not to:
- Use the Site for unlawful purposes
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access
- Scrape or copy data
- Disrupt site operations
- Impersonate others
Newsletter & Communications
By subscribing, you consent to receive emails from Lead The Machine. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Paid Subscriptions & Billing
Certain Lead The Machine offerings may require payment, including premium newsletters, exclusive content, events, courses, advisory services, or memberships (“Paid Subscriptions”).
By purchasing a Paid Subscription, you agree to the following terms.
Billing & Payment
- Prices will be disclosed at the time of purchase.
- Payments are processed through third-party platforms (such as Substack, Stripe, or similar providers).
- You authorize us to charge your payment method on a recurring basis if applicable.
- All fees are non-refundable unless expressly stated otherwise or required by law.
Automatic Renewal
Unless canceled before the renewal date, subscriptions will automatically renew for the same term at the then-current price.
You may cancel at any time through the platform where you originally subscribed. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing cycle.
Free Trials & Promotions
If we offer free trials or promotional pricing:
- The duration and conditions will be disclosed at signup.
- Unless canceled before the trial ends, your subscription may convert to a paid plan automatically.
Changes to Pricing or Services
We reserve the right to change pricing or modify subscription offerings with reasonable advance notice where required by law.
Taxes
You are responsible for any applicable taxes associated with your purchase unless otherwise stated.
Suspension or Termination
We may suspend or terminate access to Paid Subscriptions if:
- Payment fails
- Fraud is suspected
- These Terms are violated
No Professional Advice
Paid content and advisory materials are educational in nature and do not constitute legal, financial, insurance, or professional advice.
Submissions & Feedback
If you submit comments, suggestions, or ideas, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use them for business purposes.
Third-Party Services
Our Site may integrate with platforms such as Substack, podcast hosts, or social media networks. Their terms and policies apply when you interact with those platforms.
Disclaimer of Warranties
The Services are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
We do not guarantee:
- Accuracy or completeness of content
- Availability of the Site
- That materials will meet your needs
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Lead The Machine will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Services.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Lead The Machine from claims arising from your misuse of the Site or violation of these Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Colorado, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any updates.
Contact
Lead The Machine
Use the contact form on the Contact page at www.leadthemachine.ai.
