Basics of Intellectual Property for Entrepreneurs

5. Taking a spark of an idea and turning it into something game-changing.
7. A mix of ingredients and magic that might be your most guarded secret.
9. A fancy way of saying, "You can use my stuff, but for a price."
12. The edge that keeps your business standing out in a crowded market.
13. The strategies you use to make sure no one steals your secret sauce.
15. The process of officially claiming your ideas as your own.
17. Money you earn when someone uses your creation, like a song or book.
18. The sneaky act of using someone else’s idea without asking.
19. Everything that makes people think of your business, from colors to vibes.
20. The little picture or symbol that screams, "This is my brand!"

1. The invisible shield protecting your creative work, like books, songs, or paintings.
2. It's like putting a "do not touch" sign on your invention for 20 years.
3. The ultimate goal of intellectual property—keeping what’s yours safe.
4. The legal powers that say, "Hey, you can’t use this without my permission!"
6. That feeling of pride when you know something is 100% yours.
8. That brilliant "aha!" moment turned into a real product or idea.
10. Information you keep locked up tighter than Fort Knox.
11. A catchy phrase that sticks in people’s heads and reminds them of your business.
14. Your brand's VIP badge that says, "This logo, name, or slogan is all mine!"
16. The person you call when IP protection gets complicated.