2016 Competition Entrepreneur Patents 
Startup Professionals Musings
JANUARY 27, 2016
For a software startup, a patent can be the intellectual property providing the key competitive advantage, or it can be an expensive non-defensible bureaucratic nightmare -- or both. Some argue to simply eliminate software patents, while others put their hopes in U.S. There is no such thing as a world-wide patent.
Startup Professionals Musings
MAY 1, 2016
Most aspiring entrepreneurs look to their alma mater, or any university, as a source of classes that can help them, but neglect to think outside the box or take advantage of all the other resources to be found there. Access to entrepreneurs-in-residence, business mentors. Access to intellectual property and current research.
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Startup Professionals Musings
FEBRUARY 13, 2016
Entrepreneurs who are looking to attract investors need to develop and pitch a plan -- preferably written -- that answers every potential investor question about your startup before it is asked. This is also the place to first mention patents and any other differentiators that put you ahead of competition.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 1, 2016
After many years of working with angel investors seriously trying to find new ventures worthy of their hard-earned money, I find their frustration often exceeds that of entrepreneurs sincerely looking for financial help. For seed stage funding, entrepreneurs should be looking to friends and family, crowd funding, and relevant institutions.
Startup Professionals Musings
MARCH 11, 2016
As an active angel investor myself, I understand how the process works, and I see the disappointment in the eyes of entrepreneurs who approach angel groups for funding and often get turned away for not being timely or prepared in the minds of potential investors. Marty Zwilling First published on Entrepreneur.com on 03/02/2016.
Startup Professionals Musings
MAY 2, 2016
Filing a provisional patent costs very little if you do it yourself, and it holds your place in line for a year. Reality check first your sizing of the opportunity, competition, and margins. Too many entrepreneurs assume they can save money or time by shortcutting these early, and catching up later after the business has more traction.
Startup Professionals Musings
MARCH 4, 2016
The good news is that everyone expects entrepreneurs to make mistakes, since founders explore uncharted territory. If the market is new and competition is minimal, then the time and costs of educating potential customers probably exceeds your survival time and budget. You need patents and trademarks as a barrier to entry.
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