Steve Blank

JANUARY 17, 2023

Their financial models are based on membership fees that grant access to a shared coworking space, resources, and access to other founders and operational expertise. That’s because unlike accelerators, which operate on a six- to 12-week cadence, studios don’t have a set timeframe. Carlos stirred his coffee.

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Gust

JANUARY 4, 2012

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. It’s often possible to “ design around ” a patent to operate a business that achieves similar results in different ways.)

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Steve Blank

APRIL 23, 2014

If they decide to buy, large companies can: license/acquire intellectual property. Companies that acquire startups for their intellectual property, teams or product lines are acquiring startups that are still searching for a business model. Often they have brought in an operating executive as the new CEO.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 17, 2020

Even non-profits need a profitable business model to offset staff and operating costs. Bypasses intellectual property as not worth the cost. Don’t get caught in the myth that you shouldn’t worry about monetization until after you have a large customer base. Assume passion level defines business opportunity.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Intellectual property is required for a competitive edge. You also need the required skills for leadership, planning, operations, and growth, many of which are best acquired from business experience, rather than academia. These street smarts, if you acquire them early, can save you a lifetime of pain.

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SoCal CTO

SEPTEMBER 20, 2011

Feld: You seem to be operating from a perspective of “implied suspicion.” I don’t work this way – I much prefer to operate from a perspective of “implied trust.” Some resources on this: Intellectual Property is More Than Patents Does My Startup Have Intellectual Property? False Confidence.

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SoCal CTO

SEPTEMBER 20, 2011

Feld: You seem to be operating from a perspective of “implied suspicion.” I don’t work this way – I much prefer to operate from a perspective of “implied trust.” Some resources on this: Intellectual Property is More Than Patents Does My Startup Have Intellectual Property? False Confidence.

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NDA Stealth Intellectual Property Non-disclosure Agreement 198

YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

But operating as a sole proprietor leaves you personally responsible for any debts and legal liabilities you might incur. Intellectual Property, the core of the business, is not protected. Your intellectual property is the backbone of your business.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 4, 2014

Your idea is not intellectual property yet, so it has no inherent value. Co-founders only able to work part-time, with responsibility and major income sources elsewhere, don’t carry the same risk as others with more operational responsibility. Every previous experience filing and winning a patent is a rare and valuable asset.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 1, 2023

Your idea is not intellectual property yet, so it has no inherent value. Cofounders only able to work part-time, with responsibility and major income sources elsewhere, don’t carry the same risk as others with more operational responsibility. Every previous experience filing and winning a patent is a rare and valuable asset.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 27, 2014

Until mid-2013, the USPTO still operated on the doctrine of “first to invent,” rather than first to patent. I’m a big supporter of building and protecting a portfolio of real intellectual property, and maximizing your startup’s valuation, but it shouldn’t be just a legal game. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Your idea is not intellectual property yet, so it has no inherent value. Co-founders only able to work part-time, with responsibility and major income sources elsewhere, don’t carry the same risk as others with more operational responsibility. Every previous experience filing and winning a patent is a rare and valuable asset.

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Equity Cofounder Technical Cofounder Intellectual Property 238

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Even non-profits need a profitable business model to offset staff and operating costs. Bypasses intellectual property as not worth the cost. Don’t get caught in the myth that you shouldn’t worry about monetization until after you have a large customer base. Assume passion level defines business opportunity.

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The Startup Magazine

APRIL 2, 2020

You must abide by your operating agreement. For startups established as an LLC, the operating agreement is the original blueprint that specifies how the company will be run and which members (partners) hold which responsibilities, among other concerns such as profit-sharing. Protect your intellectual property.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The country’s business-friendly environment is bolstered by its strong intellectual property laws, well-established financial systems, and government support programs for innovation and entrepreneurship. Quebec, for example, requires business operations in French, while other provinces may have unique tax structures.

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Up and Running

JULY 28, 2022

Not only do these requirements ensure that businesses operate within the law but it also protects small business owners and their consumers. . A small business is an independently owned and operated entity that engages in commercial activity and fulfills the set industry-specific size standards. What legally defines a small business?

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 20, 2016

Recently, I’ve seen a lot of discussion about bringing the work back home, since costs have gone up in less-developed countries, there are issues with intellectual property, and time zone and language differences make management difficult. Keep intellectual property keys in-house.

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Steve Blank

APRIL 14, 2013

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. If you’re a software startup competing in China, the words that come to mind are “ruthless and relentless.”

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The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2024

Additionally, securing financial resources and implementing scalable operations ensure smooth integration and long-term success in new markets. Ensuring compliance with local laws, including taxation, employment, and business operations, is crucial to avoid legal pitfalls.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

They want to see that a business is operating on all six cylinders. Does it have a niche or intellectual property? Processes refers to operating procedures and employee handbooks. Keep in mind, profits are never the problem, they are always a symptom of not operating on all six cylinders.

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Exit Strategy Intellectual Property Valuation Metrics 246

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 24, 2017

What type of behavior do you want to incentivize or discourage in your contract drafting process (for shareholder or operating agreement, employment agreement, employee manual and vendor and service agreements)? Protect your company’s customers, employees and intellectual property. Your message should be clear and consistent.

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Gust

OCTOBER 19, 2014

Until mid-2013, the USPTO still operated on the doctrine of “first to invent,” rather than first to patent. I’m a big supporter of building and protecting a portfolio of real intellectual property, and maximizing your startup’s valuation, but it shouldn’t be just a legal game.

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Software Review Software Technical Review Intellectual Property 173

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Even a non-profit needs income to operate. Unfortunately, I see good startups fail simply because they don’t have the resources or intellectual property to stay ahead of copycats or big players who see the potential as soon as you step into the marketplace. Build a credible business implementation plan to quantify costs.

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Steve Blank

JANUARY 30, 2013

It’s hard to get ideas outside of a company’s current business model get traction (given that the projects have to get buy-in from operating execs) – encouraging spin-offs is a tactic worth considering to keep the ideas flowing. The result was that we couldn’t find internal homes for what would have been great projects or spinouts.

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Feld Thoughts

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

In the area of intellectual property, the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) constitutes a sound model of an Internet policy regime that allows for innovation and Internet-based entrepreneurship.

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YoungUpstarts

JULY 5, 2020

With projections of steady growth in Canada by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), proactive business managers, executives, and entrepreneurs are moving fast to secure their spot in Canada’s expanding economy. Canada is indeed open to foreign investors and businesses.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 25, 2018

These days you can create a C-corp or LLC online quickly at a low cost, to serve you well in signing partners, intellectual property, investors, and revenue. Technical entrepreneurs need to surround themselves with people who have the financial, marketing, and operational experience in managing a business.

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Gust

OCTOBER 20, 2011

Angels typically invest in companies operating in industry sectors with which they are familiar. Good product and intellectual property are important, but the quality of the team is key. Strength of the Product and Intellectual Property. — Easily copied, no intellectual property.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Don’t forget to outline your businesss financial projections , including startup costs, operational expenses, and expected revenue. Implementing Robust Cybersecurity Measures As a digital business, protecting your customers’ data and your own intellectual property is paramount.

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 22, 2016

It is important for all startups to ensure that they fulfill all necessary legal requirements before beginning operations. Taking appropriate action for intellectual property protection. by Laura Costello. Many startups are created based on a unique product, technology or service.

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YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 9, 2019

If you have ever come up with a unique invention, you may already realize how important it is to protect your intellectual property. The United States Patent and Trademark Office understands this, and works to ensure that applications for new intellectual property are given their due and protected under US law.

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YoungUpstarts

MARCH 14, 2013

All the training in the world won’t help if employees don’t adopt better password and data security habits in their daily operations. Hackers can cause havoc for your small business or entrepreneurial venture, compromising business data, stealing intellectual property and destroying client trust.

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Steve Blank

APRIL 14, 2013

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. If you’re a software startup competing in China, the words that come to mind are “ruthless and relentless.”

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China Silicon Valley Non-Compete Intellectual Property 220

Steve Blank

MARCH 31, 2014

In fact, it was only 7 years ago that Apple shipped its first iPhone and Google introduced its Android operating system. To buy innovation companies can buy intellectual property, acquire great teams, buy-out another company’s product line or even buy entire companies. Apple owned 0%.

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crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Overcome intellectual property concerns. Overcome intellectual property concerns. may be the only country in the western world not to recognize intellectual property rights in typeface design. Master work overflow. Effortlessly set your clients apart with custom naming and design. Email address. Yes and No.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 15, 2017

Breaches involving health information, trade secrets, and intellectual property can be devastating for the affected brand. Objective 3 – Narrow the field and clear the noise for Incident Response, “observe and respond” operations to be more targeted and effective. So what can organizations do?

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

Register some intellectual property to provide a barrier to entry. A large portion of your competitive advantage and your potential value to investors is the size of your intellectual property portfolio. A strong team has more credibility with investors than does a great idea by itself.

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