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8 Errors To Avoid In Your First Minute With Investors

Startup Professionals Musings

For example, “I have patented a new tire that will double the wear mileage at half the cost.” For customers, a sample, demo device, or at least a brochure will solidify the message and your readiness to deliver. Check yourself by taking a few sample rides in the nearest high building to see if you can beat the elevator to the top.

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A Founder’s First Key Decision Is The Business Name

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Your company name and Internet domain name should probably be the same, so check out your preferred names with your State Incorporation site, Network Solutions for the domain name, and the U.S. Patent Office for Trademarks. Sample potential customers. This may sound obvious, but a miss here will cost you dearly.

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10 Criteria for a Memorable Name for Your Startup

Startup Professionals Musings

Your company name and Internet domain name should probably be the same, so check out your preferred names with your State Incorporation site, Network Solutions for the domain name, and the U.S. Patent Office for Trademarks. Sample potential customers. This may sound obvious, but a miss here will cost you dearly.

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10 Rules For Picking a Company Name That Sticks

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Your company name and Internet domain name should probably be the same, so check out your preferred names with your State Incorporation site, Network Solutions for the domain name, and the U.S. Patent Office for Trademarks. Sample potential customers. This may sound obvious, but a miss here will cost you dearly.

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8 Portfolio Assets Are Key To Your Startup Valuation

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When someone says Intellectual Property (IP), most entrepreneurs think only of patents. In reality, patents are only one of at least eight items that should be in your IP portfolio. Immediately go to relevant social media sites and grab the same name, even if you never plan to use the accounts. Social media accounts. Copyrights.

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Ten Keys to a Killer Name for Your Company

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Your company name and Internet domain name should probably be the same, so check out your preferred names with your State Incorporation site, Network Solutions for the domain name, and the U.S. Patent Office for Trademarks. Sample potential customers. This may sound obvious, but a miss here will cost you dearly.

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ConTraps Part II – Contract Traps Entrepreneurs Should Avoid At All Costs

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As shown at left, Google’s initial go-to-market strategy included syndication of its search capabilities to third-party sites, including Yahoo and AOL. This brand exposure helped Google establish “www.google.com” as a leading destination site. You should also specify the minimum font size in each medium your brand will be displayed.