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What intellectual property (IP) steps should a startup take?

NZ Entrepreneur

You need to have answers to the potential IP questions that may be raised by future investors or exit targets at the time of their due diligence. I was involved with the preparation of an investment disclosure statement for a well-known New Zealand company that wanted to raise capital to expand their service into the US.

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13 Helpful Organization and Productivity Apps For Small Businesses

crowdSPRING Blog

Airtable describes itself as “part spreadsheet, part database,” but there’s a lot more going on than just a replacement for Excel. You can also attach files to a list item, set a due date, or tag it with a co-worker’s name for their attention. Free trial, prices start at $30/month for 5 users.

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The Ultimate Inventor’s Guide to Inventing Things

Up and Running

To find out what people are complaining about, read forums, turn to your social media accounts, and read reviews. 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.

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How to hire a programmer to make your ideas happen

sivers.org

They log in to translate the documents, one at a time, marking each finished when done, which sends the file back to the company for review.” Also important: Only go for providers who have great reviews from many past customers. Decline bids from providers without many great reviews. The translator rejects or approves.