God has placed so many incredible entrepreneurs in my life, it is joyful to watch them succeed!
To have watched Dr. Lovie Negrin APRN, FNP, AGACNP clinical research business experience a 200% growth in under two years is nothing short of amazing! She is a tenacious entrepreneur who understands that in order to move out of the day-to-day she must hire a team.
When we first started to document her processes in 2022 her business had four team members, which included one Principle Investigator. This week, while facilitating a session to update her org charts (current and future state) we realized that she now has 12 team members, which includes 5 Principle Investigators.
How is she able to support such rapid growth?
Welp, first she clearly and effectively communicates the vision for her company, Randomize Now, and then hires the right people for the right positions providing them with the tools and resources needed to execute the vision efficiently and effectively.
Habakkuk 2:23...write the vision and make it plain
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If you've been the #soleproprietor of a #startup but now need to hire people, where do you start? Fortunately our new issue has answers. Don't miss Gavin W.'s article about a free government website that can help you do it all, from #hiring to #performancereviews.
What happens when your company is in the crosshairs of activists? Believe it or not, it can be a blessing in disguise, as our article by Theodore L. Waldron, James Wetherbe, Chad Navis, Elizabeth Petersen Karam (she/her) and Gideon Markman points out. And don't miss our roundup of some of the nation's top undergraduate entrepreneurs, and the 60 seconds of wisdom in our "Small Bites" video, dealing with whether you should name your business after yourself. (Hint: the rewards can be great, but so can the risks.)
A shoutout to our other contributors to this issue: Daniel Forbes, Hanna Horvath, CFP®, Patricia Corrigan, Jennifer Gessner, and Jon Eckhardt.
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SAWS raising its ugly head again...
From this former Quality Assurance Specialist's (QAS) POV, if the PTAB determined that a particular patent issued in error because the examiner improperly withdrew a proper 103 rejection or failed to properly apply concepts on inherency that would have maintained a proper 102 rejection, then the examiner/art unit should be informed of these examination errors.
OPLA and TC management should review their training materials to determine if these concepts are properly covered. QAS should review applications in the similar technology to see if other examiners are making these same mistakes.
With review, mentoring and training, examiners and SPEs would learn how to make and maintain proper rejections so that claims, if allowed, would not "weaken the strength and reliability of the patent system."
The USPTO does not choose to "close the loop" this way.
Instead, read this BS, it reeks of SAWS:
"The USPTO also ensures that feedback and input from the PTAB proceedings are used to improve examination of related patent applications. For example, patent examiners are made aware of petitions and outcomes in AIA proceedings so that the evidence and the PTAB’s findings can be considered in ongoing prosecution of related patent applications."
Easiest thing in the world for an examiner to cut and paste a PTAB finding into their office actions.
The USPTO is using PTAB decisions to target pending applications and specific applicants, to ensure that entire portfolios are killed.
SAWS = Sensitive Application Warning System.
USPTO, Kathi Vidal, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property, #patent, #PTAB, #invention, #inventor, #AIA
Founder, Chairman & CEO | Investor | Inventor | IP Owner | Tech Innovator
This won’t go over or age well with inventors, patent holders, investors backing patented companies and small businesses with patents fighting in PTAB.
You can’t make this up. Unbelievable what is in this writing from the outgoing Director.
It’s a “ in your face” face slap editorial.
At the advice of my legal team, and because we’re involved in a pending and expensive PTAB case decision, I can’t make a comment for common sense reasons,
…..BUT you can.
Share it folks on your profile as the world needs to see and know what has happened to inventors and investment in America.
Any thoughts John A Squires ?
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Wow, That’s me in the top right corner! I have so much to say about this book, enjoying, learning, reflecting and remembering are just some of the highlights! Will post soon more details and why I recommend, such a good read, The Vagina Business by Marina Gerner, PhD
Journalist #femtech • Author of The Vagina Business • Adjunct Professor at NYU Stern
The Vagina Business is on sale in the UK! 📚✨ My book is a deep dive into the innovative world of femtech, featuring the stories of trailblazing entrepreneurs, researchers and investors, who are revolutionizing women’s health.
I wrote an article for The Times to highlight some of the innovators I profile in the book--I hope you find it an inspiring read!
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The most successful communities don't just happen—they're built on a foundation of mutual appreciation and recognition.
When businesses and individuals practice gratitude, we create more than just transactions; we forge lasting partnerships that elevate our entire region.
Research shows that organizations practicing gratitude experience stronger relationships, increased collaboration and more innovative solutions.
It's a powerful force that transforms competitors into collaborators and challenges into opportunities.
Today, let's acknowledge the incredible network of businesses, entrepreneurs, and community members who make Mills County extraordinary.
Your dedication, support and collaborative spirit drive our shared success.
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Let's cut to the chase.
Your business needs a customer community. For us, that means a community of entrepreneurs.
Three essential ingredients:
1. 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀: communities thrive under leaders who are genuinely invested in fostering growth and collaboration.
2. 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀: a community built on the shared experiences and values of ambitious, innovative entrepreneurs.
3. 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁: providing insights and resources that fuel entrepreneurial success and inspire continuous learning.
It's not just about networking- it's about creating a supportive ecosystem where ideas flourish and our clients become partners in innovation and progress.
So, what does your customer community look like?
