EPISODE · Jan 28, 2021 · 41 MIN
The Startup Mistake That Destroys Your International Patents
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Dr. Graeser is the Founder/CEO of KISS Platform, which not only provides services as a patent agency, but also provides a suite of AI-based tools that assist in competitive intelligence. Are you making the one startup mistake that destroys your international patents? According to US Patent Agent Dr. D'vorah Graeser, many founders don't realize that publishing their idea before filing for a patent outside the US makes them permanently ineligible for protection in key markets like Europe and China. This conversation is a crucial guide for any innovator. You'll learn the difference between a provisional and full patent application, how a single patent can add $1,000,000 to your startup's valuation, and the #1 patent strategy every founder needs to consider before they launch their product. Check out the company: https://kisspatent.comBook a 1-on-1 advisory session with me to apply these principles to your business: https://calendly.com/wltb/advisory👀 CONNECT WITH SEANSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@seanweisbrotLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/seanweisbrotInquiries: [email protected]🕒 CHAPTERS00:00 - The Mistake That Destroys Your International Patents04:53 - What is a Patent? (And Why It's a Business Tool)09:21 - The Critical Mistake: Publishing Before You File12:53 - The Process for Filing a Patent in the US15:59 - How long before your patent gets approved17:14 - How a Single Patent Can Add $1M to Your Valuation21:59 - What Are "Patent Trolls" and How to Beat Them23:44 - The #1 Patent Strategy for Every Startup33:05 - AI & patents36:28 - Patent licensing📈 WORK WITH ME▶ Book a Paid Advisory Session: https://calendly.com/wltb/advisory▶ Sponsor the Channel: https://www.welivetobuild.com/collaborate▶ My AI/Automation Agency: https://optimai.aiLeave a Review (it truly helps us grow): https://welivetobuild.com/review Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dr. Graeser is the Founder/CEO of KISS Platform, which not only provides services as a patent agency, but also provides a suite of AI-based tools that assist in competitive intelligence. Are you making the one startup mistake that destroys your international patents? According to US Patent Agent Dr. D'vorah Graeser, many founders don't realize that publishing their idea before filing for a patent outside the US makes them permanently ineligible for protection in key markets like Europe and China. This conversation is a crucial guide for any innovator. You'll learn the difference between a provisional and full patent application, how a single patent can add $1,000,000 to your startup's valuation, and the #1 patent strategy every founder needs to consider before they launch their product. Check out the company: https://kisspatent.comBook a 1-on-1 advisory session with me to apply these principles to your business: https://calendly.com/wltb/advisory👀 CONNECT WITH SEANSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@seanweisbrotLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/seanweisbrotInquiries: [email protected]🕒 CHAPTERS00:00 - The Mistake That Destroys Your International Patents04:53 - What is a Patent? (And Why It's a Business Tool)09:21 - The Critical Mistake: Publishing Before You File12:53 - The Process for Filing a Patent in the US15:59 - How long before your patent gets approved17:14 - How a Single Patent Can Add $1M to Your Valuation21:59 - What Are "Patent Trolls" and How to Beat Them23:44 - The #1 Patent Strategy for Every Startup33:05 - AI & patents36:28 - Patent licensing📈 WORK WITH ME▶ Book a Paid Advisory Session: https://calendly.com/wltb/advisory▶ Sponsor the Channel: https://www.welivetobuild.com/collaborate▶ My AI/Automation Agency: https://optimai.aiLeave a Review (it truly helps us grow): https://welivetobuild.com/review Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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