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How to Trademark Your Invention
Want to protect an idea, invention, or icon? Explore ways to prevent the theft or duplication of intellectual property.
When to Share Your Invention Prototype
The right timing affects funding, market adoption, and more. Consider these factors when modeling your invention.
Intellectual Property: What Every Small Business Should Know
Small business owners in any industry can have intellectual property that needs protecting. Learn how to identify IP and ensure that it’s protected.
How to Protect Your IP as a Startup
Here’s what new startups should understand about intellectual property, including what type(s) they might have and how to protect it.
Secrets to Small Business Success That Have Nothing to Do With Luck
Fate doesn’t make you an entrepreneur or keep your business running. Here’s what does.
How to Prepare a Product Pitch for an Invention
Ready to secure funding or sell your product? Learn how to plan a presentation that wows your audience.
How to Write a Business Plan for Inventions
Attract investors and formalize processes by developing a roadmap for commercializing your innovation.
Can a For-Profit Business Add a Nonprofit Arm?
The IRS dictates that for-profits and nonprofits must operate separately. However, there are ways to participate in both types of entities.
Small Business Ideas for Sports Lovers
Entrepreneurs passionate about sports will find a competitive market with plenty of opportunities for growth.
Fashion-Related Small Business Ideas
This year is a great time to start a sustainable fashion label or dropship your latest T-shirt line.
