Why don't banks like to loan against intellectual property? David Dawsey joins Jim Blasingame to discuss how to make your intellectual property pay off when you need to borrow money from a bank.
Intellectual property increasingly more of the value in a small business. David Dawsey joins Jim Blasingame to talk about how much intellectual property contributes to the value of your business and how to manage your IP.
Is your new product or innovation really new? David Dawsey joins Jim Blasingame to discuss why you should make sure you’re not infringing on someone else’s IP or patent before you start a business or launch a new product.
Will your new product make it through the patent mine field? David Dawsey joins Jim Blasingame to discuss the time limits in the U.S. and internationally to file for patents and trademarks, plus how to know if your new product is unique and patentable.
Why is there a decline in patent applications for small businesses? David Dawsey joins Jim Blasingame to report that even though it is easier and as inexpensive as ever to apply for patent protection, US small business patent applications have dropped 50% in the last 15 years.
Is the development and ownership of intellectual property part of your business strategy? David Dawsey joins Jim Blasingame to report that small businesses can gain a competitive advantage by making intellectual property development part of their business plan.
What is the intellectual property strategy of China? David Dawsey joins Jim Blasingame to discuss international intellectual property strategy, specifically in China, and how it differs significantly from that of the U.S.
When should your bring an attorney into your small business? David Dawsey joins Jim Blasingame to discuss when to bring in an attorney and looking for one that will be part of the solution, not part of the problem.
How does a small business owner choose and work with an attorney? David Dawsey joins Jim Blasingame to reveal several tips and best practices on how a small business owner finds, chooses and works successfully with an attorney.
How do you structure and budget for a small business attorney? David Dawsey joins Jim Blasingame to offer tips on managing fees with a small business attorney and the importance of budgeting monthly to prepare.
