IP Basics
It’s a wrap for the IP Basics series! I’ve shared a general overview of all intellectual property types in the US, and dove more deeply into copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and patents, defining what they protect, how to get protection, and other aspects relevant to startups. Having IP boosts a company’s competitive edge and value to investors and potential acquirers, as well as building customer confidence. Here’s an index of all my posts under the IP Basics series for easy reference.
In my next contracts series, I discuss when startups need to get certain contracts in place before moving forward with a business relationship. This series is geared toward first-time early stage founders and early stage operators. While seasoned founders and operators may already know many of these best practices, I hope there’s a nugget or two in there that’s helpful. Thanks for reading!
