• Why Choose a C-Corporation for Your Startup Journey
    Aug 9 2020

    In this podcast you will learn why C-Corporations are the vehicle of choice for tech startups in Silicon Valley and the tech sector. You’ll learn why it doesn’t make sense to operate as an S-Corporation, or an LLC, and how you can escape paying taxes when you sell your C-Corporation shares.

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    18 mins
  • What Drives Stock Market Share Prices?
    May 10 2020

    If you ever wondered how share prices were determined on the stock market, this podcast might be for you. In this podcast David Smith episodes explains how the price of a stock is driven by the value of the company, which is driven by the company’s earnings. David goes on to explain how dividends, the […]

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    28 mins
  • Monetizing “Trophy Patents” from Research Labs, Corporations and Large Organizations
    Apr 23 2020

    Patents that were not designed for litigation or licensing may still hold some potential for monetization if they have open continuations that can be built into bulletproof portfolios that will stand up in court.

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    20 mins
  • Guiding Entrepreneurs Toward Success
    Nov 16 2019

    This podcast explains how the SVBS Milestone Progress system is combined with expert advice and mentoring to help entrepreneurs hit milestones, get their startups on track and drive them toward profitability or exit in the form of an IPO or acquisition. More On This Topic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1ZNhvcwW2Uhttps://youtu.be/NJM0pZ4Zz4U

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    18 mins
  • Who Holds the Power in your Company?
    Oct 27 2019

    The powers of shareholders, the board of directors, officers, the CEO and how decisions are made in startups and other companies.

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    19 mins
  • Elvis, Contracts & Unwanted Breasts
    Oct 21 2019

    Learn about contract law and how to write your own contracts using cases involving Elvis Presley and real-world examples.

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    37 mins
  • A Recipe for Success in Patent Licensing
    Oct 8 2019

    Why it’s not easy to collect patent license fees and what it takes to be successful in patent licensing.

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    24 mins
  • Creating & Presenting the Marketing Message
    Oct 8 2019

    Former Apple World Marketing Manager, David Smith explains how to build your elevator pitch, your core value proposition, how to build a brand and change your brand image.

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    25 mins