Terms of Service

Preamble

Brian Tracy, a world-renowned author and speaker, is launching a new book series featuring contributions from various expert authors. The Publisher, Pro Growth LLC. FZ, is managing this project on behalf of Brian Tracy Publishing. By participating, the Co-author gains the opportunity for significant brand exposure through association with Brian Tracy.

The parties, intending to be legally bound, agree to the following terms and conditions.

1. Definitions

Contribution: The original essay of approximately 2,500 words written by the Co-author for inclusion in the Work.

Work: The complete book, which includes the Co-author's Contribution along with contributions from Brian Tracy and other authors.

Offer: The specific package (e.g., VIP or Basic) selected by the Co-author, which details the fee and number of complimentary copies.

2. Co-Author's Obligations and Deliverables

(1) Manuscript Submission: The Co-author agrees to deliver a complete and reproducible manuscript of their Contribution in Microsoft Word format by the agreed-upon deadline. If the Co-author fails to meet this deadline, a grace period of four (4) weeks will be granted.

(2) Content Requirements: The Contribution must be business-related and professionally worded. Content related to sensitive topics including, but not limited to, religion, race, gender, politics, sexuality, or disability is strictly prohibited. The Publisher's editorial team has the final authority to reject or request revisions for any Contribution deemed inappropriate.

(3) Biography: The Co-author will provide a professional biography of approximately 140 words and a condensed version of approximately 70 words.

(4) Personal Conduct: The Co-author warrants that they have no past criminal convictions that could negatively impact the reputation of the Publisher or Brian Tracy. The Co-author must disclose any such history to the Publisher. Failure to do so may result in immediate termination of this Agreement without a refund.

3. Publisher's Obligations

(1) Production: The Publisher will manage and finance the production of the Work, including cover design, translation into English, layout, editing, and obtaining an ISBN.

(2) Publication Timeline: The Publisher aims to publish the Work online within six (6) months, and no later than twelve (12) months, after all co-author contributions have been finalized.

(3) Cover Design:

- On copies distributed via Amazon, the cover will feature Brian Tracy and Medhat Zaki.

- On the complimentary copies provided to the Co-author, the cover will feature Brian Tracy and the Co-author.

(4) Promotion: The Publisher will issue an international press release to promote the Work.

(5) Coaching (VIP Offer Only): Co-authors who select the VIP offer will receive a three-hour strategic coaching session with Medhat Zaki or a designated specialist.

4. Fee, Payment, and Refund Policy

(1) Fee: The Co-author agrees to pay the fee specified in their Offer, plus any applicable taxes. This fee covers the services and rights outlined in this Agreement for a single edition of the Work.

(2) Payment: The fee is due immediately upon invoicing. Installment payment plans may be offered at the Publisher's discretion. If the Co-author defaults on an installment plan, all previously paid amounts will be retained by the Publisher as damages.

(3) Refund Policy: The Co-author is entitled to a full refund of the Fee for a period of fourteen (14) calendar days from the Effective Date of this Agreement, or until the Co-author's onboarding call is completed, whichever occurs first. The Co-author acknowledges that upon completion of the onboarding call, the Publisher will have commenced performance of its obligations, and therefore, the Fee becomes fully earned and non-refundable for any reason.

5. Grant of Rights and Licensing

(1) Grant to Publisher:

The Co-author grants the Publisher the exclusive, perpetual, worldwide right to reproduce, distribute, translate, adapt, and publish the Contribution as part of the Brian Tracy Business Encyclopedia (the “Main Volume”) in all languages and formats (print, e-book, audiobook, etc.). The Main Volume will carry one unique ISBN, owned and controlled by the Publisher.

(2) Co-Author’s Personalized Editions:

• Personalized Encyclopedia Edition: The Co-author will receive a personalized edition of the Brian Tracy Business Encyclopedia featuring Brian Tracy and the Co-author on the cover, and with the Co-author’s chapter placed as the opening chapter. The Co-author is granted an unlimited license to print, reproduce, and distribute this personalized edition in the English language, without additional fees.

• Booklet Edition: The Co-author will also receive a booklet version of their chapter, featuring Brian Tracy and Medhat Zaki. The Co-author is granted an unlimited license to print, reproduce, distribute, and publish this booklet in the English language, including publishing on Amazon or any other online retail platform.

(3) Restrictions:

• The Co-author does not have the right to print or publish the Main Volume, which is controlled exclusively by the Publisher under its single ISBN.

• The Co-author may not sell or license Brian Tracy’s or Medhat Zaki’s chapters, nor grant third parties the right to reproduce or sell them.

• The Co-author may not sell, license, or transfer rights to any third party to commercially exploit the Publisher’s or other authors’ contributions.

(4) Media and Marketing Materials:

The Co-author shall not publish the Contribution as a standalone work without prior written consent of the Publisher, except:

• Where the Contribution appears in the licensed Personalized Edition or Booklet Edition described above; or

• Where the Contribution is later included in the Co-author’s own independent works, including books, articles, or publications.

(5) Media and Marketing Materials:

• Co-Author Media Use: The Co-author is granted the non-exclusive right to use video recordings, photos, and podcast/audio materials created during the project for their own marketing, publicity, and educational purposes without restriction. The Co-author may edit, crop, subtitle, and adapt such materials for these purposes. These materials may not be sold to third parties, nor may licenses be granted to third parties to sell them.

• Branding Day / Video Clients: Clients who have purchased a Branding Day package, video interview, or testimonial session with Brian Tracy are granted the irrevocable, perpetual, worldwide license to use, edit, reproduce, and distribute all video recordings, interviews, photos, and testimonials created during their session for any marketing, publicity, promotional, or educational purpose without restriction. This includes use on websites, social media, YouTube, Amazon Author Pages, press kits, paid advertising, online courses, and public presentations. Clients may not sell or license the raw materials, Brian Tracy’s likeness, or any third-party contributions to others for resale.

(6) Independent Works Unaffected:

Nothing in this Agreement shall restrict or impede the Co-author’s or Client’s right to create, publish, and sell their own books, articles, courses, or works (now or in the future), either independently or with any other publisher.

(7) Injunctive Relief:

The Co-author acknowledges that any breach of their obligations under this Section 5 would cause the Publisher irreparable harm for which monetary damages would be an inadequate remedy. Accordingly, the Publisher shall be entitled to seek immediate injunctive relief (a court order to prevent or stop the action) in addition to any other remedies available at law or in equity.

6. Editing and Approval Process

(1) Editing: The Co-author agrees that their Contribution will be reviewed and edited by the Publisher's team to ensure consistency and quality. The Publisher retains final decision-making authority on the final title and content of the Contribution.

(2) Proofing: The Co-author will receive one (1) proof of their typeset Contribution for review. The Co-author must return any corrections within two (2) weeks. If no response is received, the proof will be deemed "ready for printing."

7. Warranties and Indemnification

(1) Co-Author Warranty: The Co-author warrants that they are the sole author of the Contribution, that the work is original and does not infringe upon any copyright or other legal rights of any third party, and that they have the full authority to grant the rights outlined in this Agreement.

(2) Indemnification: The Co-author agrees to fully indemnify and hold harmless the Publisher, its agents, and Brian Tracy from any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising from a breach of these warranties.

8. General Provisions

(1) Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Arab Emirates.

(2) Dispute Resolution and Arbitration: Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to this Agreement, or the breach, termination, enforcement, or validity thereof, shall be determined by final and binding arbitration. The arbitration shall be administered by the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) in accordance with its Arbitration Rules. The seat, or legal place, of arbitration shall be Dubai, UAE. The language of the arbitration shall be English. The arbitral award shall be final and binding on the parties, and judgment thereon may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

(3) Attorney's Fees: In the event of any arbitration or litigation arising from this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorney's fees, costs, and expenses from the non-prevailing party.

(4) Independent Contractor Status: The relationship between the Publisher and the Co-author is that of an independent contractor. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as creating an employer-employee, partnership, or joint venture relationship between the parties. The Co-author is solely responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and other statutory obligations.

(5) Confidentiality: The Co-author agrees to keep confidential all non-public information disclosed by the Publisher, including but not limited to the terms of this Agreement, business practices, and marketing strategies ("Confidential Information"). The Co-author shall not disclose Confidential Information to any third party without the Publisher's prior written consent. This obligation shall survive the termination of this Agreement.

(6) Entire Agreement: This document constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior communications.

(7) Amendments: Any amendments to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both parties. Electronic signatures shall be deemed as valid as original signatures.

(8) Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable.

(9) Notices: All official notices must be sent in writing to the addresses listed at the beginning of this Agreement. The Co-author is responsible for notifying the Publisher of any change of address.