Platform Policies

Review the terms, disclaimers, editorial standards, and privacy guidelines governing The Better Voice platform.

Disclaimer

The content published on The Better Voice (tbv-thebettervoice.com) is intended for general informational and thought leadership purposes only. The views, opinions, analyses, and recommendations expressed in any article, interview, or editorial piece are those of the individual contributors and do not constitute professional advice of any kind — including but not limited to financial, legal, medical, investment, or business advice.

Readers are strongly advised to seek the guidance of qualified professionals before making any decisions based on content encountered on this platform.

Contributor Views Are Independent

The Better Voice is a platform that publishes work from independent contributors. The views expressed by Contributors and Perspectives writers are solely their own and do not represent the views, positions, or endorsements of The Better Voice, Better Vision Media, or any affiliated entity.

The Better Voice does not verify, endorse, or warrant the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of any contributor's claims, data, or references. Readers should independently verify any specific claims or statistics before relying on them.

No Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, The Better Voice and Better Vision Media accept no liability for any loss, damage, or inconvenience arising from your use of, or reliance on, any content published on this platform. This includes direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.

External Links

The Better Voice may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience and reference only. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party websites. Access to any external link is at your own discretion and risk.

Content Accuracy

While The Better Voice maintains high editorial standards, we make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, timeliness, or completeness of any published content. Content published reflects the views and knowledge of contributors at the time of writing and may become outdated.

Contact

For questions regarding this Disclaimer, please contact us at: connect@bettervisionmedia.com

Privacy Policy

Who We Are

The Better Voice (tbv-thebettervoice.com) is a digital thought leadership platform operated by Better Vision Media. References to "we", "us", or "our" in this Privacy Policy refer to Better Vision Media and The Better Voice platform.

What Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact and enquiry data: Name, email address, professional title, LinkedIn URL, and any information you voluntarily provide through our contact or contributor interest forms.
  • Usage data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referring URLs, browser type, and device information collected via standard analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) on an anonymised or aggregated basis.
  • Subscription data: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your name and email address.
  • Contributor data: Additional professional information provided during the contributor onboarding process.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for the following purposes: to respond to enquiries and expressions of interest; to evaluate contributor applications; to send editorial newsletters and platform updates (with your consent); to improve the platform and user experience; and to comply with applicable legal obligations.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Enquiry and form data is retained for a maximum of 24 months unless you have entered into an ongoing relationship with The Better Voice.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal data. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: connect@bettervisionmedia.com. We will respond to all valid requests within 30 days.

Cookies

The Better Voice uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and to support platform analytics. By continuing to use this site, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with our Cookie Policy. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies at any time, though this may affect your experience on the platform.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services (including analytics and email marketing platforms) that process data on our behalf under appropriate data processing agreements. We ensure that all third parties we work with uphold appropriate data protection standards.

Contact

For all privacy-related enquiries: connect@bettervisionmedia.com

Editorial Policy

Our Editorial Standard

The Better Voice is committed to publishing content of the highest intellectual quality. Every piece published on this platform — whether by a Contributor or through the Perspectives section — is evaluated against The Better Framework: What is not working? What does better look like? What is the Better Shift?

We do not publish motivational content, generic advice, self-promotional writing, or trend commentary. We do not publish motivational content, generic advice, self-promotional writing, or trend commentary.

Editorial Independence

The Better Voice maintains full editorial independence. Contributor membership fees do not influence editorial decisions, placement, or the editorial review process. All published content is assessed solely on merit, relevance, and alignment with our editorial standard.

Corrections Policy

If a factual error is identified in a published piece, The Better Voice will acknowledge and correct the error promptly. Corrections are noted transparently at the foot of the relevant article. Contributors are encouraged to notify the editorial team at connect@bettervisionmedia.com if they become aware of any inaccuracy in their published work.

Conflicts of Interest

Contributors are required to disclose any material conflicts of interest relevant to their published work at the point of submission. Undisclosed conflicts of interest that come to light after publication may result in the addition of a disclosure notice or, in serious cases, removal of the piece.

Right to Decline or Edit

The Better Voice reserves the right to decline, edit, or withdraw any piece that does not meet our editorial standard, regardless of contributor status. Editorial decisions are final.

Contact

For editorial enquiries: connect@bettervisionmedia.com

Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using The Better Voice (tbv-thebettervoice.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please discontinue your use of the platform.

Intellectual Property

All content published on The Better Voice — including articles, interviews, editorial copy, visual design, and platform branding — is the intellectual property of The Better Voice, Better Vision Media, or the respective contributing authors, and is protected by applicable copyright law.

Contributors retain authorship rights over their own published work. By publishing on The Better Voice, contributors grant The Better Voice a non-exclusive, worldwide licence to publish, distribute, and promote their content across the platform and its associated channels.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit any content from this platform without prior written consent.

User Conduct

You agree to use The Better Voice solely for lawful purposes. You may not use this platform to transmit unlawful, defamatory, or harmful content, or to infringe on the rights of any third party.

Platform Availability

The Better Voice aims to maintain consistent platform availability but makes no guarantees of uninterrupted access. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the platform at any time without prior notice.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable law. Any disputes arising from your use of this platform shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the relevant courts.

Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms of Use at any time. Continued use of the platform following any update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. The date of the most recent revision will always be noted at the top of this page.

Contact

For questions regarding these Terms: connect@bettervisionmedia.com