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Choosing a great business name that doesn't violate anyone else's (Facebook Live 6)

Choosing a great business name that doesn't violate anyone else's (Facebook Live 6)

How to choose a great business or product name that will add value to your brand (hint: more fanciful, less descriptive) AND how to search before you decide on a name to be sure it doesn't infringe on anyone else's rights.

Choosing a great business name that doesn't violate anyone else's (Facebook Live 6)

How to choose a great business or product name that will add value to your brand (hint: more fanciful, less descriptive) AND how to search before you decide on a name to be sure it doesn't infringe on anyone else's rights.

Do you need to form an LLC or corporation for your business? (Facebook Live 5)

Do you need to form an LLC or corporation for your business? (Facebook Live 5)

I give you some food for thought in today's LIVE - touching on liability protection, tax benefits, business insurance, and when to check in with a local attorney or CPA. 

Do you need to form an LLC or corporation for your business? (Facebook Live 5)

I give you some food for thought in today's LIVE - touching on liability protection, tax benefits, business insurance, and when to check in with a local attorney or CPA. 

How to use other people's stuff legally (Facebook Live 4)

How to use other people's stuff legally (Facebook Live 4)

Learn how to use other people's stuff legally on your website, social media, or blog.

How to use other people's stuff legally (Facebook Live 4)

Learn how to use other people's stuff legally on your website, social media, or blog.

Is it expensive to file a trademark application? (Facebook Live 3)

Is it expensive to file a trademark application? (Facebook Live 3)

Is it expensive to file a US federal (nationwide) trademark application? I answer this question and talk about when it makes sense to register your trademark with the US Patent & Trademark Office.

Is it expensive to file a trademark application? (Facebook Live 3)

Is it expensive to file a US federal (nationwide) trademark application? I answer this question and talk about when it makes sense to register your trademark with the US Patent & Trademark Office.

Dealing with copycats in your creative business (Facebook Live 2)

Dealing with copycats in your creative business (Facebook Live 2)

Are you dealing with COPYCATS in your creative business? I outline five steps for how to deal with people stealing your copyrighted or trademarked content.

Dealing with copycats in your creative business (Facebook Live 2)

Are you dealing with COPYCATS in your creative business? I outline five steps for how to deal with people stealing your copyrighted or trademarked content.

Getting your business legally legit (Facebook Live 1)

Getting your business legally legit (Facebook Live 1)

Learn why getting your business legally legit with contracts, an LLC or corporation, and copyrights/ trademarks doesn't have to be scary or overwhelming.

Getting your business legally legit (Facebook Live 1)

Learn why getting your business legally legit with contracts, an LLC or corporation, and copyrights/ trademarks doesn't have to be scary or overwhelming.