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Five Startup Tips From Bill Gates

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For more than 30-years, Bill Gates has been at the pinnacle of the software industry. Mark noted that even if an entrepreneur does not become a master developer, by simply understanding the software development process, they will be a more effective startup leader. No one ever accused Bill of being a master programmer.

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How to Turn Your Million Dollar Idea Into a Startup

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Here are a few tips on how to bridge the gap. Scan the Internet for existing patents and some “credible unbiased third party” data that confirms there is really a market for a solution resulting from your idea. These would include people and money first, and maybe software or manufacturing later to produce and deliver the solution.

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Mind the Gap Between a Good Idea and Good Business

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Here are a few tips on how to bridge the gap. Scan the Internet for existing patents and some “credible unbiased third party” data that confirms there is really a market for a solution resulting from your idea. These would include people and money first, and maybe software or manufacturing later to produce and deliver the solution.

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Entrepreneurs Need Fewer Hot Ideas and More Plans

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Here are a few tips on how to bridge the gap. Scan the Internet for existing patents and some “credible unbiased third party” data that confirms there is really a market for a solution resulting from your idea. These would include people and money first, and maybe software or manufacturing later to produce and deliver the solution.

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REACH Connected Future | Cleantech Recap

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UCLA itself has been prodigious in patent filing, and recently launched their own VC fund. He also tips the hat to Mike and UCLA’s innovative work in modeling the climate change for the area. Apps & Software Business Culture Social Good Startups cleantech Gadget Review REACH sustainability TechZulu the connected future'

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Roping in the Legal Eagles

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Yet, despite his exceptional courtroom theatrics, you would be foolhardy to hire good old Johnnie to review your software cross-licensing agreement. Just as you would not ask your family physician to perform a coronary bypass, do not ask your corporate lawyer to help you write your patent application. Your Lawyer is not a Doberman….

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Congrats To All The Winners and Thanks To Our Speakers at #REACHNeXT!

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Their patented multi-purpose cleaning formula was recently approved by Boeing to replace toxic solvents. Anyone can be a Sensay and help others to earn tips. Storygami is a SaaS tool that allows content creators and brands add overlays such as relevant context, social streams and call to action buttons to videos. IoT: Rufus Labs.