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Startups Must Embrace Coopetition For Rapid Growth

Startup Professionals Musings

Good strategic partnerships often lead to strategic investments, or great acquisition relationships. Make sure you don’t violate even the spirit of local laws or customs, and make sure your intellectual property is protected with proper two-way non-disclosure agreements before you start. Marty Zwilling.

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The Importance of Partnership Agreements, NDAs, and Security: Lessons from HBO’s “Silicon Valley”

Up and Running

” The story of the fictional tech company Pied Piper and its many ups and downs is relatable to entrepreneurs that have gone through the hard knocks that come with trying to navigate the startup world. Violating non-disclosure agreements. You can learn more about non-disclosure agreements here.

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SELLING YOUR COMPANY? THE 5 BIGGEST LEGAL MISTAKES

Scott Edward Walker

I did a brief video a few years back addressing the five biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make doing deals generally (see above), which covered the following topics: not diligencing the guys on the other side of the table (at 0:26). Here it is: THE 5 BIGGEST LEGAL MISTAKES ENTREPRENEURS MAKE SELLING THEIR COMPANY. INTRODUCTION.

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Startup Survival Guide: Mitigating Legal Risks and Criminal Challenges

The Startup Magazine

In this article by Dribbin & Brown , we will explore the various ways in which entrepreneurs can safeguard their businesses’ security while still focusing on growth opportunities. We’ll delve deeper into potential legal issues that every startup should watch out for and highlight effective solutions to overcome them.