To most people, the psychology of a pirate is totally baffling and pretty impossible to understand. Why would you want to steal someone else’s content and sell it for profit? Doesn’t that feel…innately wrong? As someone who’s been in the trenches for years, I have a pretty solid concept of what, exactly, makes pirates tick. […]
How (And Why) To Treat Your Creative Practice Like A Business
If someone says “Treat your creative practice like a business,” chances are, you probably shudder a little. Why? Well, we’re all implicitly taught one specific concept of “business,” and it generally looks like Gordon Gekko in Wall Street or Alec Baldwin’s “Coffee’s for closers” speech in Glengarry Glen Ross. You know: guys in fancy […]
My Intellectual Property Was Stolen–Now What?
After months of hard work and little-to-no sleep, you debuted a gorgeous line of witty, clever illustrations. Congratulations! But now, you’re staring dry-mouthed at some quirky retail site. Staring at your design on a pin, sold in a pack of 3 for a tidy $15. My intellectual property was stolen, you think. What do I […]
3 Reasons Why You Should Hire A Trademark Attorney
When you’re registering a copyright, the process is pretty straightforward–you can file it on your lunch break, stress-free. But registering trademarks can get a little more finicky. Of course, this is a personal choice, but if this is the first time you’re registering a trademark, I wholeheartedly recommend that you hire a trademark attorney. Here’s […]
How (And Why!) To Build An Intellectual Property Portfolio
If you’re wondering what an intellectual property portfolio is, or why it’s important, then take a second and imagine selling your company. You’re sitting across the table from potential buyers, excitedly telling them about your efficient manufacturing processes, your exciting marketing videos, your recognizable logo…until they ask if you have the proper registrations in place. […]