copy-defense
tools for all
entrepreneurs

I completely understand that the laws related to intellectual property can be a bit overwhelming and confusing. But don’t worry, let’s look at them as copy defense tools. The tools that that can help you protect your creations against being copied by your competition.

It’s a common misconception that learning how to use intellectual property rights is a tedious and difficult task. However, it’s not true! You don’t need to have a degree or be a professor to safeguard your business from copyright infringements. You can find out more about this topic right here.

This page lets you learn more about the topics covered in my courses and other knowledge-based resources and who can benefit from these resources.

A list of
copy defense toolS

That every entrepreneur and professional should know!

In order to protect your business and ensure its survival, it is essential to take preventive measures against potential threats like copies. Even if your resources are limited, there are various tools that can be utilized to effectively defend against such risks.

These tools are covered in my courses, workshops, and personal sessions. Additionally, it is important to use common sense, have a clear understanding of your business and where it is headed, and to implement the best practices that have been developed through trial and error.

By taking these steps, you can safeguard your business and secure its future success.

Patents

Need protection for "how something works", parts, ingredients or combos? Patents may be just what you need. Read this and learn more: "What is a patent, what is an invention, what is an idea"

DESIGN PROTECTION

Available in some countries to protect the look and feel, e.g., furniture dimensions. Here is a blog post to understand more about the difference between copyright and design protection.

TRADE SECRETS

Powerful protectors of your competitive edge - if you kept 100% secret, so be careful when you're networking: Read this blog post for 5 strategies to do so.

TRADEMARKS

Perfect for achieving exclusive rights to use words or figures, e.g., your logo or company name. Heres an overview of IPRs, including trademarks.

COPYRIGHTS

Protect your original elements, e.g., content, text, graphics, video, tone of voice – your business’s “personality.” There’s some overlap between design protection and copyright – which one is best for you? Read more for free here.

OTHER LAWS

They are not as well-known but absolutely worth protecting, e.g., customer safety and fair competition. Not knowing IPRs and other laws, relevant to businesses can lead to one of these 9 mistakes.

And who can benefit from it?

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