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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. How much is it worth investing in cultivating and enforcing an IP portfolio ? Barriers to entry ?

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How to Work with Lawyers at a Startup

Both Sides of the Table

Shame about not getting it in legal writing that you owned the original IP. For a very small fee they can get your Delaware C corp registration, make sure that you have IP protection and ensure you didn’t make an early bumbling mistakes that you’ll pay for dearly in the next 7-10 years of hard work.

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Social Networking and Business Value

SoCal CTO

Corporations increasingly see social media as a key PR, communications and marketing medium. Previously, he was Chief Operating Officer & Strategic Creative at USA GROUP, INC., Individuals use social networking sites such as LinkedIn and Plaxo as career-advancing tools, even more useful in a down economy.

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Small Businesses Must Make Data Privacy a Priority

Duct Tape Marketing

In addition to exposing individuals to possible identity theft, security breaches also expose companies to negative PR. Go to OnGuardOnline.gov , the federal government’s website to help businesses operate safely, securely and responsibly online. Internet hackers pose a credible threat to businesses and to their customers.

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Labor Day! Let’s Celebrate the Workers

crowdSPRING Blog

“The worst crime against working people is a company which fails to operate at a profit.” He did it so well and with such a smile on his face, that we started adding on more responsibilities, ultimately putting him in charge of our IP violations process. ” ~ Samuel Gompers . Thanks, Dylan!

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How to get a job in Venture Capital

Jason Ball

You’ll have insight into big company M&A (they will be your customer as a VC) and you’ll have some operational skills. 3) Work in the industry - Accelerators, PR, HR, Design, IP – whatever. 4) Fix a portfolio company- This works if you have operational skills. Then transition.

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In a Strong Wind Even Turkeys Can Fly

Both Sides of the Table

Accenture opened massive operations in India & China and continued its industry dominance. It’s why as an investor I look for talented teams with long-term vision, a unique point-of-view, differentiated IP and a desire to build something enduring. Avoid the latest fads, trends or PR announcements.

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