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Intellectual Property for Startups in the Real World

Gust

Last month we covered the basics of intellectual property (IP) for startups, including a simple taxonomy, some common issues and related documents for entrepreneurs to use when forming a new startup. Here are just a few examples: Creating and revising a business plan (copyright, trade secret). trade secret).

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Protect Your Business Plan Like It’s Your Baby—Here’s How

Up and Running

We all want the best for our babies—and our business plans! Nearly all businesses, whether they are small or large, are comprised of intellectual property (IP) and trade secrets, which can serve as the foundation for commercial success. See Also: Why Should You Care About Intellectual Property?

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Business Immigration With CanadaCIS: How To Start A Successful Business In Canada

YoungUpstarts

Business Visitor Visa. Business Planning. What Makes Canada An Attractive Investment/Business Destination? Successfully starting a business in Canada is a milestone for business owners who understand the amazing opportunities that await them. Business Opportunities in Canada’s Luxury Market.

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China Startups – The Gold Rush and Fire Extinguishers (Part 5 of 5)

Steve Blank

By the end of 2012, there were 85 million iOS and 160 million Android devices in China. Intellectual property protection is great on paper and “limited” in practice. Eventually, China’s innovation-driven economy needs intellectual property rights and anti-trust laws that are enforced. Entrepreneurial Culture.

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China Startups – The Gold Rush and Fire Extinguishers (Part 5 of 5)

Steve Blank

By the end of 2012, there were 85 million iOS and 160 million Android devices in China. Intellectual property protection is great on paper and “limited” in practice. Eventually, China’s innovation-driven economy needs intellectual property rights and anti-trust laws that are enforced. Entrepreneurial Culture.

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10 Top Reasons For First-time Entrepreneur Failure

Startup Professionals Musings

In that context, I offer you my list of ten top startup failure causes, seen over and over again: No written plan. Don’t believe the old urban legend that a business plan isn’t worth the effort. The discipline of writing down a plan is the best way to make sure you actually understand how to transform your idea into a business.

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Crowd-Funding Success Usually Brings New Challenges

Startup Professionals Musings

But safely seeking equity investments from the crowd via the Jobs Act of 2012 is problematic and has still not been defined. No one contemplates including a business plan, investor presentation, or even the equivalent of an executive summary. Intellectual property is jeopardized.