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Consulting Tip #7: Beware of Other People Using Your Intellectual Property for Their Exposure

Johanna Rothman

The reply: Spend five hours a month in meetings (roughly an hour each week). No payment for my time or my IP (Intellectual Property). They wanted my intellectual property for their exposure. Even though their offer will cost the consultant time, money, and intellectual property.

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Consulting Tip #6: Use Your Intellectual Property to Build Political Capital

Johanna Rothman

McKinsey wrote that report as a way of using their intellectual property (IP) to build political capital at the client. Now that we have many options for virtual meetings, I can stay safe in my office and meet nice people all over the world. My peers and I were reacting to the ideas in the report.

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From Consulting and Coaching to IP: How to Create, Protect, and Monetize Your Unique Body of Work with Erin Austin

Consulting Matters

Have you ever wondered about the untapped potential of your intellectual property? Get ready to explore this goldmine with our special guest, Erin Austin, an attorney, business strategist, and expert in helping entrepreneurs create, protect, and monetize their intellectual property.

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How Much Intellectual Property Should You Give Away?

Chad Barr

How much should you share with potential clients when meeting with them and especially in your writing and on the web? The post How Much Intellectual Property Should You Give Away? I hear this question quite often and for years I was not a huge fan of “giving” away our IP and wisdom.

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Success With Business Startups Through Professional Assistance

Business Consulting Agency

Legal Compliance : Navigating complex legal requirements, including business registration, permits, and intellectual property protection. This data informs decision-making and helps businesses tailor their products or services to meet market demand. Business Planning : Developing a well-defined business plan is crucial.

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From Idea to Reality: How Consultants Support Investors

Business Consulting Agency

Legal Compliance : Navigating complex legal requirements, including business registration, permits, and intellectual property protection. This informs decision-making and helps businesses tailor their products or services to meet market demand. Business Planning : Creating a well-defined business plan is crucial.

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5 Rookie Consulting Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

Consulting Matters

So when I was doing my initial contracting meetings, I was motivated to offer detailed solutions to my clients because the more steps, the more money I made.for this ONE client. Thinking about yourself and your fees in this way will literally transform how you show up in a client contracting meeting.