Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 25, 2021

It seems like everyone wants to be an entrepreneur and get rich these days. Ask some potential customers to see if there is real interest, and start thinking about price versus cost. Limit your disclosures to people you trust, and learn the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDA).

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 17, 2011

Near-shore and local outsourcing alternatives are manageable with contracts and non-disclosure agreements. On the other hand, if it is maintenance and testing on non-core software, use the lowest cost solution. Cost factors. The net may be less cost reduction than you thought. Technology level.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 24, 2021

When someone says Intellectual Property (IP), most entrepreneurs think only of patents. Some of the other items may cost a lot less, and may be worth far more in the long run. The cost for a single trademark is less than $300. A sample agreement is available for free download from my website. Copyrights.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 27, 2016

In addition to funding, the good news is that all of these provide aspiring entrepreneurs with an opportunity to perfect their marketing pitch, get some valuable target customer feedback and improve visibility to other funding sources. While all this is definitely a boon to entrepreneurs, it does come with its own set of challenges.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 4, 2010

Near-shore and local outsourcing alternatives are manageable with contracts and non-disclosure agreements. On the other hand, if it is maintenance and testing on non-core software, use the lowest cost solution. Cost factors. The net may be less cost reduction than you thought. Technology level.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 9, 2019

With the advent and popularity of crowdfunding platforms, including Kickstarter and IndieGoGo , as a winning alternative for funding your new venture, I find that many aspiring entrepreneurs are confused about the need to ever seek a professional angel investor. Compare the time frames and costs of alternatives.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 11, 2019

When someone says Intellectual Property (IP), most entrepreneurs think only of patents. Some of the other items may cost a lot less, and may be worth far more in the long run. The cost for a single trademark is less than $300. A sample agreement is available for free download from my website. Copyrights.

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NZ Entrepreneur

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

It is vital to know early on what IP protection a startup can have, what the benefits will be, and what the costs will be to secure such protection over time. Using non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) can ensure your know-how is not misused. It is estimated that trade secret theft cost the US economy $300 billion in 2012.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 20, 2023

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.

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onstartups.com

SEPTEMBER 16, 2011

This site is for entrepreneurs. Startup Reality Distortion #3: The Fallacy Of the Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). In my role as angel investor and informal startup advisor, the issue of NDAs (non-disclosure agreements) comes up about once or twice a month. . About This Blog. OnStartups.

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Steve Blank

DECEMBER 10, 2009

It may seem full of legal definitions and terms but my two takeaways are: 1) Entrepreneurs need to know about these legal options, 2) Consulting an intellectual property attorney is a good move even before you get funded. A contract is a binding legal agreement that is enforceable in a court of law. Intellectual Property.

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Gust

DECEMBER 22, 2011

It’s possible to have a company with literally millions of customers (users) that employs only a handful of people, working in a small rented office, with hardware and software costing in the tens of thousands rather than millions of dollars. Most of our early-stage startup clients fit this description.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2013

When someone says Intellectual Property (IP), most entrepreneurs think only of patents. Some of the other items may cost a lot less, and may be worth far more in the long run. The cost for a single trademark is around $300. A sample agreement is available for free download from my website. Copyrights. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 4, 2017

When someone says Intellectual Property (IP), most entrepreneurs think only of patents. Some of the other items may cost a lot less, and may be worth far more in the long run. The cost for a single trademark is less than $300. A sample agreement is available for free download from my website. Copyrights.

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YoungUpstarts

JULY 9, 2019

One of the biggest mistakes made in start-ups is only getting legal agreements later, after issues have arisen. However, this means that it’s likely to cost the business more money to mitigate the legal issues, compared to how much would have been spent on getting the right legal agreements in the first place.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 22, 2014

It seems like everyone wants to be an entrepreneur and get rich these days. Ask some potential customers to see if there is real interest, and start thinking about price versus cost. Limit your disclosures to people you trust, and learn the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDA). Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

It seems like everyone wants to be an entrepreneur and get rich these days. Ask some potential customers to see if there is real interest, and start thinking about price versus cost. Limit your disclosures to people you trust, and learn the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDA).

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 1, 2014

Capitalize on shared costs and common distribution. 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. competitors coopetition entrepreneur growth startup' Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

As a startup advisor, when I suggest cooperating with competitors, most entrepreneurs initially think I'm crazy or suggesting something illegal. Here are the other reasons to use this strategy: It reduces common costs and customer learning curves. It leads to referral agreements and affiliate marketing.

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Up and Running

MARCH 1, 2016

See Also: Market Research Resources for Entrepreneurs. If you want to explain your idea to someone in-depth and are worried potential theft, you can get them to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA)—a legal document that states both parties intent to keep information confidential. The non-disclosure agreement (NDA).

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 3, 2011

When someone says Intellectual Property (IP), most entrepreneurs think only of patents. Some of the other items may cost a lot less, and may be worth far more in the long run. The cost for a single trademark is around $300. A sample agreement is available for free download from my website. Copyrights.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Notion quickly became a darling of the maker and app entrepreneur world after its launch in 2016. Business contracts are a pain for entrepreneurs and small businesses. Quickly Legal helps you create, sign, and manage legal agreements on any device, at any time. One of the best is Notion. It’s easy to see why.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 29, 2015

It seems like everyone wants to be an entrepreneur and get rich these days. Ask some potential customers to see if there is real interest, and start thinking about price versus cost. Limit your disclosures to people you trust, and learn the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDA).

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NZ Entrepreneur

DECEMBER 5, 2019

The reality faced by entrepreneurs is that legal services can be expensive and IP protection may not be an initial priority. There is nothing wrong with using unregistered trade marks to save costs during the early stages of a venture.

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Up and Running

JULY 25, 2016

” 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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Kodorra

AUGUST 23, 2018

In my past 14 year journey as an online entrepreneur, I went through mistakes that I can’t help to notice that others also tend to make when they just started. Oh and by the way, typically angel investors don’t sign NDA (non-disclosure agreement), so they are most probably losing out on the cash too.

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YoungUpstarts

MARCH 14, 2012

An NDA, or Non-Disclosure Agreement, is an essential business acronym that often takes many forms. It is also known clandestinely as a secrecy agreement, and can also be called a CDA (a confidential disclosure agreement), a CA (confidentiality agreement), or a PIA (proprietary information agreement).

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mashable.com

NOVEMBER 30, 2010

Determining which of these methods of staffing software development projects is right for your company can be a challenging endeavor, and three opposing characteristics of business need to be considered: cost, risk and convenience. Below is an overview of what you need to consider and the pros and cons of each option for IT staffing.

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crowdSPRING Blog

JANUARY 13, 2016

Fortunately, there are some terrific mobile and web tools that entrepreneurs and business owners can use to run their businesses more efficiently. At crowdSPRING , we rely on a number of mobile and online tools to help us be more efficient and to reduce costs. Managing Social Media Posts – BUFFER.

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mashable.com

OCTOBER 27, 2010

DIY Tools There are quite a few do-it-yourself options for the thrifty entrepreneur. When you’re working with a freelance or contract developer, make sure you have all your paperwork — from non-disclosure agreements to invoices and beyond — signed and sealed early in the process.

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Parsons is not unique; many other eminent and successful entrepreneurs kept their day job while starting a business. What are your major costs ? Make sure you are in compliance with your non-disclosure agreement and any other employment agreements that you have signed. Do you have a product? Conclusion.

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www.virtuosimedia.com

MARCH 8, 2012

Here’s a typical situation that goes awry: An entrepreneur has an idea for something online and after talking to a few friends who like it, decides to try to turn the idea into a business. In addition to cost quotes, also ask for time quotes so you can get a feel for how long the project should take to implement.

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Gust

DECEMBER 8, 2011

I urge all entrepreneurs to consult and develop a good working relationship with a qualified startup lawyer. Independent contractor or consulting agreements. Advisory board agreements. Small-dollar-amount, routine commercial agreements. Confidentiality or non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).

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Scott Edward Walker

APRIL 16, 2014

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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Austin Startup

MAY 21, 2017

This was the first time I’ve given a commencement speech, but my message is the same one I’ve had for student entrepreneurs since I first started teach Longhorn Startup many years ago. I’ve always wanted to be an entrepreneur. When I look around my family I’m surrounded by entrepreneurs. I had no costs!

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sivers.org

JUNE 25, 2010

Youll estimate time and cost better. trav (2010-06-19) # This is GPS for would-be web entrepreneurs lost in a sea of ideas with no sailors to steer their imaginary ship. Weve built Sandcastle specifically for an entrepreneur with an idea, who is not a developer. Sandcastle is a software development service for entrepreneurs.

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