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SponsorWe want to thank Cyber City Circuits for sponsoring this episode! Cyber City Circuits is an electronics shop and contract manufacturer based in Augusta, GA. Use the coupon code HELLOBLINKSHOW to receive 10% off your order of electronics or mention that you heard about them on the Hello Blink Show for a 25% discount on the assembly costs of manufacturing.OverviewIn this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn welcome back legal expert and attorney, Mark Tyson. Mark shares some legal advice in negotiating contracts and how to handle particular pitfalls with your employer or contractor. One Powerful Quotation43:47: Shawn: “Read your damn contract.”Key Topics 3:17: Shawn opens the show by asking Mark about the invention of assignment clause in contracts as a conflict of interest for ownership.  7:18: Shawn discusses with Mark about forgoing statutes as an employee. Mark recommends negotiating your contract and understanding all of the terms/conditions.  10:20: Harris asks Mark about defining formal employment agreements as an employee with a small company or startup. Mark encourages listeners to be upfront with the employer and the reality behind trying to copyright ownership. 12:49: Shawn inquires with Mark about red flags in contracts and when to seek legal advice. Mark highlights what to be look out for in the contract language. 15:31: Shawn and Mark agree that everything is negotiable; Mark adds this can leverage your value including compensation, benefits, stock options, etc.  18:25: Mark explains his definition of inventions and how they are defined in contracts. He delves into the prior ownership clause and the importance of due diligence.  27:32: Mark responds to Harris’ comments on future success and how contract negotiation are formulated. 31:14: Mark explains the difference between prior ownership and background technology clauses and their implications.  33:37: Shawn asks Mark about disclosing prior inventions or body of works on contracts.  37:02: Harris asks Mark how people should approach seeking legal advice.  40:45: Mark discusses contract negotiation and reasons you need to ask good questions. He suggests sample agreements and why pricing isn’t always the benefit of the bargain.  44:34: Mark talks about the risk-analysis in the value of contracts for ownership.  46:48: Harris shares his final thoughts for the episode, and Mark adds that enforcing new contracts is contingent on additional independent consideration and covenants such as noncompetes or non-solicitations.  List of ResourcesExample of Invention Assignment ClauseAssignment of Inventions - Research or any other work performed while working on the behalf of CLIENT to CLIENT. You agree that all Inventions, research or any other work performed while working on the behalf of CLIENT that are developed using the equipment, supplies, facilities, or Proprietary Information of CLIENT or result from or are suggested by work performed by you for CLIENT or are conceived or reduced to practice during your contract term with CLIENT and relate to the business and products, or to the actual or demonstrably anticipated research or development of CLIENT.Example of Prior Inventions ClausePrior Inventions - It is understood that all Personal Inventions, if any, whether patented or unpatented, which I made prior to my employment by the Company, are excluded from this Agreement. To preclude any possible uncertainty, I have set forth on Schedule A attached hereto a complete list of all of my prior Personal Inventions, including numbers of all patents and patent applications and a brief description of all unpatented Personal Inventions which are not the property of a previous employer. I represent and covenant that the list is complete and that, if no items are on the list, I have no such prior Personal Inventions. I agree to notify the Company in writing before I make any disclosure or perform any work on behalf of the Company which appears to threaten or conflict with proprietary rights I claim in any Personal Invention. In the event of my failure to give such notice, I agree that I will make no claim against the Company with respect to any such Personal Invention.Example of Background Technology ClauseThe parties acknowledge that certain intellectual property developed, acquired, or otherwise obtained by Contractor prior to, or independently of, this Agreement (collectively, “Background Technology”) may be used by Contractor in the performance of Services. Contractor shall not include Background Technology in any deliverable or Work Product without Company’s prior written consent. Contractor unconditionally grants to Company a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, fully-paid right and license, with the right to sublicense through multiple levels of sublicensees, under all of Contractor’s intellectual property rights in any Background Technology incorporated into or necessary for Company to fully utilize and capitalize the Work Product, (a) to reproduce, create derivative works of, distribute, publicly perform, publicly display, digitally transmit, and otherwise use the Work Product in any medium or format, whether now known or hereafter discovered, (b) to use, make, have made, sell, offer to sell, import, and otherwise exploit any product or service based on, embodying, incorporating, or derived from the Work Product, and (c) to exercise any and all other present or future rights in the Work Product.Guest InformationMark started his own law firm, Tyson Law PLLC, to help entrepreneurs and small businesses with their legal issues. TwitterLinkedInWebsiteHost Contact Informationshawnhymel.com kennyconsultinggroup.com LinkedIn - Shawn Hymel LinkedIn - Harris Kenny Twitter - Shawn Hymel Twitter - Harris KennyLicense Information“Hello Blink Show” by Kenny Consulting Group, LLC and Skal Risa, LLC is licensed under CC BY 4.0 Intro and outro song is “Routine” by Amine Maxwell is licensed under CC BY 3.0Special Guest: Mark Tyson.

Sponsor We want to thank <a href="https://shop.cybercitycircuits.com/discount/HELLOBLINKSHOW" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cyber City Circuits</a> for sponsoring this episode! Cyber City Circuits is an electronics shop and contract manufacturer based in Augusta, GA. Use the coupon code HELLOBLINKSHOW to receive 10% off your order of electronics or mention that you heard about them on the Hello Blink Show for a 25% discount on the assembly costs of manufacturing.Overview In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn welcome back legal expert and attorney, Mark Tyson. Mark shares some legal advice in negotiating contracts and how to handle particular pitfalls with your employer or contractor. One Powerful Quotation<ul><li>43:47: Shawn: “Read your damn contract.”</li></ul>Key Topics<ul> <li>3:17: Shawn opens the show by asking Mark about the invention of assignment clause in contracts as a conflict of interest for ownership. </li> <li>7:18: Shawn discusses with Mark about forgoing statutes as an employee. Mark recommends negotiating your contract and understanding all of the terms/conditions. </li> <li>10:20: Harris asks Mark about defining formal employment agreements as an employee with a small company or startup. Mark encourages listeners to be upfront with the employer and the reality behind trying to copyright ownership.</li> <li>12:49: Shawn inquires with Mark about red flags in contracts and when to seek legal advice. Mark highlights what to be look out for in the contract language.</li> <li>15:31: Shawn and Mark agree that everything is negotiable; Mark adds this can leverage your value including compensation, benefits, stock options, etc. </li> <li>18:25: Mark explains his definition of inventions and how they are defined in contracts. He delves into the prior ownership clause and the importance of due diligence. </li> <li>27:32: Mark responds to Harris’ comments on future success and how contract negotiation are formulated.</li> <li>31:14: Mark explains the difference between prior ownership and background technology clauses and their implications. </li> <li>33:37: Shawn asks Mark about disclosing prior inventions or body of works on contracts. </li> <li>37:02: Harris asks Mark how people should approach seeking legal advice. </li> <li>40:45: Mark discusses contract negotiation and reasons you need to ask good questions. He suggests sample agreements and why pricing isn’t always the benefit of the bargain. </li> <li>44:34: Mark talks about the risk-analysis in the value of contracts for ownership. </li> <li>46:48: Harris shares his final thoughts for the episode, and Mark adds that enforcing new contracts is contingent on additional independent consideration and covenants such as noncompetes or non-solicitations. </li> </ul>List of ResourcesExample of Invention Assignment ClauseAssignment of Inventions - Research or any other work performed while working on the behalf of CLIENT to CLIENT. You agree that all Inventions, research or any other work performed while working on the behalf of CLIENT that are developed using the equipment, supplies, facilities, or Proprietary Information of CLIENT or  result from or are suggested by work performed by you for CLIENT or are conceived or reduced to practice during your contract term with CLIENT and relate to the business and products, or to the actual or demonstrably anticipated research or development of CLIENT.Example of Prior Inventions ClausePrior Inventions - It is understood that all Personal Inventions, if any, whether patented or unpatented, which I made prior to my employment by the Company, are excluded from this Agreement. To preclude any possible uncertainty, I have set forth on Schedule A attached hereto a complete list of all of my prior Personal Inventions, including numbers of all patents and patent applications and a brief description of all unpatented Personal Inventions which are not the property of a previous employer. I represent and covenant that the list is complete and that, if no items are on the list, I have no such prior Personal Inventions. I agree to notify the Company in writing before I make any disclosure or perform any work on behalf of the Company which appears to threaten or conflict with proprietary rights I claim in any Personal Invention. In the event of my failure to give such notice, I agree that I will make no claim against the Company with respect to any such Personal Invention.Example of Background Technology ClauseThe parties acknowledge that certain intellectual property developed, acquired, or otherwise obtained by Contractor prior to, or independently of, this Agreement (collectively, “Background Technology”) may be used by Contractor in the performance of Services. Contractor shall not include Background Technology in any deliverable or Work Product without Company’s prior written consent. Contractor unconditionally grants to Company a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, fully-paid right and license, with the right to sublicense through multiple levels of sublicensees, under all of Contractor’s intellectual property rights in any Background Technology incorporated into or necessary for Company to fully utilize and capitalize the Work Product, (a) to reproduce, create derivative works of, distribute, publicly perform, publicly display, digitally transmit, and otherwise use the Work Product in any medium or format, whether now known or hereafter discovered, (b) to use, make, have made, sell, offer to sell, import, and otherwise exploit any product or service based on, embodying, incorporating, or derived from the Work Product, and (c) to exercise any and all other present or future rights in the Work Product.Guest Information Mark started his own law firm, Tyson Law PLLC, to help entrepreneurs and small businesses with their legal issues. <a href="https://twitter.com/markwtyson" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-tyson-2388482b/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> <a href="https://www.marktysonlaw.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a>Host Contact Information <a href="https://shawnhymel.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">shawnhymel.com</a> <a href="http://kennyconsultinggroup.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">kennyconsultinggroup.com</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnhymel/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn - Shawn Hymel</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/harriskenny/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn - Harris Kenny</a> <a href="https://www.twitter.com/ShawnHymel" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter - Shawn Hymel</a> <a href="https://www.twitter.com/harriskenny" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter - Harris Kenny</a>License Information “Hello Blink Show” by Kenny Consulting Group, LLC and Skal Risa, LLC is licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY 4.0</a> Intro and outro song is “Routine” by Amine Maxwell is licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY 3.0</a>Special Guest: Mark Tyson.

Avoiding Technology and IP Clause Lawsuits with Mark Tyson

OverviewIn this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn interview legal expert and attorney, Mark Tyson. Mark shares his knowledge and how he advises his clients into incorporating their business while minimizing liability. Specifically, Mark discusses how he helps entrepreneurs and creators as Shawn and Harris weigh in on the importance of legal counseling. The two give their insights as well as ask questions from listeners on recommended steps. One Powerful Quotation26:29 — Mark: “What I would encourage listeners to do is to shift your perspective to… see lawyers…really the value you’re going to find is 'okay let’s do some planning, let’s talk through these scenarios. You know, what am I trying to do with my business? Where are the threats coming from?'”Key Topics 1:35: Shawn asks Mark about an appropriate time to consult for legal advice.  4:20: Harris asks Mark to share about Tyson Law and how he acquires clients from inbound marketing and flat fees. 7:03: Mark talks about seeking consultation and the benefits of having a lawyer.  11:23: Shawn inquires with Mark on intellectual property and the cost of having legal representation for filing trademarks or patents.  15:19: Mark is asked a question from Twitter on the patent filing process being costly and timely. Mark explains how it depends on the product and market.  18:42: Mark shares his thoughts on forming an LLC or corporation. He highlights the differences between them as well as S-Level/C-Level incorporation.  21:37: Mark addresses Shawn’s inquiry into the structure of LLCs and corporations having stock or owner interest in another company.  23:25: Mark further discusses the tax treatment of a single member LLC from the IRS.  24:38: Mark contrasts the legal perspective of how lawsuits are handled with sole proprietorships and LLCs.  25:47: Mark comments on the value of having a good business lawyer for mitigating risk. 27:05: Harris and Mark discuss how strategic conversations are essential, and Mark shares a personal experience when he tried to hire an accountant.  29:23: Mark explains the reasons why most corporations are filed in Delaware. He also notes some of the disadvantages that are associated with it.  33:29: Shawn asks Mark his thoughts on the legal barriers in misclassifying workers as employees or independent contractors for a business.  36:25: Harris and Mark discuss how treatment of workers and the culture of an organization is essential to any successful business operation. Shawn adds that a mission statement should serve to benefit customers, stake holders, and employees.  41:45: Mark delves into the technicality of contracted work including hours, lump-sum pay, and length of engagement that government agencies may clue in on.  44:27: Mark reminds listeners they have a responsibility in educating themselves on any legal engagements they participate in.  46:17: Shawn asks Mark a question from a friend on arbitration and neutral jurisdiction clauses for intrastate/international business and if legal counsel is needed.  50:17: Mark shares his views on interviewing lawyers based on their knowledge, personality, and communication.  53:33: Mark suggests the communication style of your attorney should best suit your needs. 55:22: Mark explains why legal guidance is the surest way for trademarking intellectual property instead of doing it on your own.  59:09: Mark comments why it is important and easier to copyright your medium.  1:01:38: Mark details what are trade secrets and safeguarding that information from the public.  1:03:26: Shawn and Harris wrap up the show with Mark, and he shares his contact information.  Guest InformationMark started his own law firm, Tyson Law PLLC, to help entrepreneurs and small businesses with their legal issues. TwitterLinkedInWebsiteHost Contact Informationshawnhymel.com kennyconsultinggroup.com LinkedIn - Shawn Hymel LinkedIn - Harris Kenny Twitter - Shawn Hymel Twitter - Harris KennyLicense Information“Hello Blink Show” by Kenny Consulting Group, LLC and Skal Risa, LLC is licensed under CC BY 4.0 Intro and outro song is “Routine” by Amine Maxwell is licensed under CC BY 3.0Special Guest: Mark Tyson.

Overview In this episode of the Hello Blink Show, Harris and Shawn interview legal expert and attorney, Mark Tyson. Mark shares his knowledge and how he advises his clients into incorporating their business while minimizing liability. Specifically, Mark discusses how he helps entrepreneurs and creators as Shawn and Harris weigh in on the importance of legal counseling. The two give their insights as well as ask questions from listeners on recommended steps. One Powerful Quotation<ul><li>26:29 — Mark: “What I would encourage listeners to do is to shift your perspective to… see lawyers…really the value you’re going to find is 'okay let’s do some planning, let’s talk through these scenarios. You know, what am I trying to do with my business? Where are the threats coming from?'”</li></ul>Key Topics<ul> <li>1:35: Shawn asks Mark about an appropriate time to consult for legal advice. </li> <li>4:20: Harris asks Mark to share about Tyson Law and how he acquires clients from inbound marketing and flat fees.</li> <li>7:03: Mark talks about seeking consultation and the benefits of having a lawyer. </li> <li>11:23: Shawn inquires with Mark on intellectual property and the cost of having legal representation for filing trademarks or patents. </li> <li>15:19: Mark is asked a question from Twitter on the patent filing process being costly and timely. Mark explains how it depends on the product and market. </li> <li>18:42: Mark shares his thoughts on forming an LLC or corporation. He highlights the differences between them as well as S-Level/C-Level incorporation. </li> <li>21:37: Mark addresses Shawn’s inquiry into the structure of LLCs and corporations having stock or owner interest in another company. </li> <li>23:25: Mark further discusses the tax treatment of a single member LLC from the IRS. </li> <li>24:38: Mark contrasts the legal perspective of how lawsuits are handled with sole proprietorships and LLCs. </li> <li>25:47: Mark comments on the value of having a good business lawyer for mitigating risk.</li> <li>27:05: Harris and Mark discuss how strategic conversations are essential, and Mark shares a personal experience when he tried to hire an accountant. </li> <li>29:23: Mark explains the reasons why most corporations are filed in Delaware. He also notes some of the disadvantages that are associated with it. </li> <li>33:29: Shawn asks Mark his thoughts on the legal barriers in misclassifying workers as employees or independent contractors for a business. </li> <li>36:25: Harris and Mark discuss how treatment of workers and the culture of an organization is essential to any successful business operation. Shawn adds that a mission statement should serve to benefit customers, stake holders, and employees. </li> <li>41:45: Mark delves into the technicality of contracted work including hours, lump-sum pay, and length of engagement that government agencies may clue in on. </li> <li>44:27: Mark reminds listeners they have a responsibility in educating themselves on any legal engagements they participate in. </li> <li>46:17: Shawn asks Mark a question from a friend on arbitration and neutral jurisdiction clauses for intrastate/international business and if legal counsel is needed. </li> <li>50:17: Mark shares his views on interviewing lawyers based on their knowledge, personality, and communication. </li> <li>53:33: Mark suggests the communication style of your attorney should best suit your needs.</li> <li>55:22: Mark explains why legal guidance is the surest way for trademarking intellectual property instead of doing it on your own. </li> <li>59:09: Mark comments why it is important and easier to copyright your medium. </li> <li>1:01:38: Mark details what are trade secrets and safeguarding that information from the public. </li> <li>1:03:26: Shawn and Harris wrap up the show with Mark, and he shares his contact information. </li> </ul>Guest Information Mark started his own law firm, Tyson Law PLLC, to help entrepreneurs and small businesses with their legal issues. <a href="https://twitter.com/markwtyson" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-tyson-2388482b/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> <a href="https://www.marktysonlaw.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a>Host Contact Information <a href="https://shawnhymel.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">shawnhymel.com</a> <a href="http://kennyconsultinggroup.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">kennyconsultinggroup.com</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnhymel/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn - Shawn Hymel</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/harriskenny/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn - Harris Kenny</a> <a href="https://www.twitter.com/ShawnHymel" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter - Shawn Hymel</a> <a href="https://www.twitter.com/harriskenny" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter - Harris Kenny</a>License Information “Hello Blink Show” by Kenny Consulting Group, LLC and Skal Risa, LLC is licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY 4.0</a> Intro and outro song is “Routine” by Amine Maxwell is licensed under <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CC BY 3.0</a> Special Guest: Mark Tyson.

Legal Q&A with Mark Tyson

Mark Tyson's Tuesday morning message from our 2015 conference.

Tuesday AM - Mark Tyson

Mark Tyson's Monday afternoon message from our 2015 conference.

Monday Afternoon - Mark Tyson

Guest : Mark Tyson from Breaking OrbitRABID NOISE on Rabbit Radio : Metal, Rock and Everything noisy from Australia and around the world!Listen to Rabid Noise at www.rabbitradio.com.au live every wednesday night 9-11:30PMHosted by Nev Pearce and Shane Smith

Guest : Mark Tyson from Breaking Orbit RABID NOISE on Rabbit Radio : Metal, Rock and Everything noisy from Australia and around the world! Listen to Rabid Noise at <a href="http://www.rabbitradio.com.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.rabbitradio.com.au</a> live every wednesday night 9-11:30PM Hosted by Nev Pearce and Shane Smith