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Explore the white-hat advantages and black-hat tactics used by Chinese Amazon sellers, from rapid product testing and supplier research to manufactured demand, AI imagery, and branding gaps. ► Watch The Podcasts On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Helium10?sub_confirmation=1 ► Instagram: instagram.com/serioussellerspodcast ► Free Amazon Seller Chrome Extension: https://h10.me/extension ► Sign Up For Helium 10: https://h10.me/signup  (Use SSP10 To Save 10% For Life) ► Learn How To Sell on Amazon: https://h10.me/ft What strategies are Chinese Amazon sellers using to compete, and what can sellers elsewhere learn from them? Recorded in Shenzhen, China, Bradley Sutton sits down with experienced Amazon seller and new Helium 10 team member Shawn Su to explore the advantages, tactics, and challenges shaping one of the world's most competitive e-commerce communities. Shawn shares his journey from two unsuccessful product launches to building two six-figure Amazon brands. He explains how he discovers overlooked opportunities using narrow price filters, minimum search-volume requirements, weak competitor images, and low title density. He also reveals why the ability to test small orders, respond to reviews, modify products, and launch improved versions quickly may be a greater advantage than lower manufacturing costs. The conversation also examines a controversial tactic involving manufactured keyword demand. Some sellers use external traffic to make previously unknown search terms appear popular before launching new FBA listings. Bradley explains why a sudden search-volume spike does not always represent organic demand—and why sellers should investigate where that traffic is coming from before entering the market. From reverse-sourcing products through 1688.com to accessing real-time information through WeChat seller groups, Shawn provides a rare look inside China's Amazon ecosystem. But speed and sourcing are not everything. Western sellers can still gain an edge through cultural understanding, memorable storytelling, customer relationships, and long-term brand building. In episode 767 of the Serious Sellers Podcast, Bradley and Shawn discuss: 00:00 - Introduction 01:26 - Shawn Su's Background In China 02:29 - Discovering Amazon And E-Commerce 03:38 - Two Failed Product Launches 06:06 - Finding His First Successful Product 08:02 - Shawn's Product Research Strategy 10:06 - Using Title Density To Find Opportunities 11:44 - How Sellers Manufacture Keyword Demand 15:06 - The Speed Advantage Of Chinese Sellers 16:48 - Affordable Product Photography And AI Images 19:39 - Reverse-Sourcing Competitors Through 1688 20:46 - WeChat Groups And Real-Time Seller Intelligence 22:38 - Why Western Sellers Win At Brand Storytelling Enjoy this episode? Be sure to check out our previous episodes for even more content to propel you to Amazon FBA Seller success! And don't forget to “Like” our Facebook page and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you listen to our podcast. Get snippets from all episodes by following us on Instagram at @SeriousSellersPodcast Want to absolutely start crushing it on Amazon? Here are few carefully curated resources to get you started: Freedom Ticket: Taught by Amazon thought leader Kevin King, get A-Z Amazon strategies and techniques for establishing and solidifying your business. Helium 10: 30+ software tools to boost your entire sales pipeline from product research to customer communication and Amazon refund automation. Make running a successful Amazon or Walmart business easier with better data and insights. See what our customers have to say. Helium 10 Chrome Extension: Verify your Amazon product idea and validate how lucrative it can be with over a dozen data metrics and profitability estimation. SellerTrademarks.com: Trademarks are vital for protecting your Amazon brand from hijackers, and sellertrademarks.com provides a streamlined process for helping you get one.  

How can equity compensation leaders get legal and compliance to say yes to creative ideas? Rachel Ulep has answers. As eBay's Director of Global Stock and Equity Programs, Rachel has revamped eBay's approach to employee education and training by injecting whimsy and creativity. Find out how she got her wider team on board with developing employee-facing AI agents and gamifying compliance training with collectible trading cards. This is Invested at Work: Off the Cuff, where leaders reveal the joys and challenges of managing total rewards strategies and scaling businesses, and share who they are beyond their job titles. To hear the full story of how Rachel is injecting creativity into compliance training and equity compensation education for eBay's 12,000 global employees, check out her full interview with host Rodney Bolden, available right now in your feed. For more conversations on the future of workplace financial benefits, make sure to follow or subscribe to Invested at Work. Share this episode with a colleague, and visit us at morganstanley.com/atwork to unlock the power of your organization's benefits.Invested at Work is brought to you by Morgan Stanley at Work, hosted by Rodney Bolden. Our executive producers are Fiona Kelsey and Lisa Boyce, and our associate producer is Ive Jones. Our production partner is Sequel Media Inc. #investedatworkpodcast #employeebenefits #workplacebenefits #sharemorganstanley This material has been prepared for educational purposes only. The guest speakers are neither employees of nor affiliated with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, otherwise known as MorganStanley. The opinions expressed by our external guests are solely their own and do notrepresent the views of Morgan Stanley. Please see our show notes for a full disclaimer on theinformation provided. © 2026 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC.CRC# 5758345 07/2026Full Disclosures: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not an offer, solicitation, recommendation, or advice to buy or sell any security, financial instrument, product, or service. It is not individualized investment, financial planning, legal, tax, accounting, benefits, or other professional advice. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates, Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice; consult your own qualified advisors. Guest speakers are not compensated by, employed by, or affiliated with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Morgan Stanley at Work, or their affiliates, unless stated. Their views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley. eBay is not affiliated with Morgan Stanley. References to eBay and related examples are illustrative only and do not imply endorsement, approval, recommendation, or validation. Morgan Stanley makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party statements or examples, including accuracy or suitability. Examples may not be appropriate or available for all companies, employees, jurisdictions, plans, or circumstances. Applicable official documents and employer materials control in any conflict. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Company stock and equity compensation values may fluctuate; concentrated employer stock positions may involve additional risks. Past performance, survey findings, metrics, outcomes, and program results are not guarantees or predictions and may not be representative. AI tools may produce inaccurate or inappropriate responses and should be subject to governance, oversight, security, privacy, compliance, and risk controls. Trademarks and brand references are the property of their owners and used for identification only. Morgan Stanley at Work services are provided by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, member SIPC, and/or its affiliates. ©2026 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC. CRC# 5758345 07/2026

In this episode of CIBC Mellon Industry Perspectives, hosted by CIBC Mellon's Cynthia Oakden, we feature three industry trailblazers who spoke at our 2026 International Women's Day event. The event panel includes Jillian Kennedy from CAAT Pension Plan, Patricia Milloy-Alfred from IGM Financial and Abrar Nantel from iA Clarington, in conversation with CIBC Mellon's Cynthia Shaw-Pereira. The candid discussion, aligned to the theme of “Give to Gain”, delves into leadership in the financial services industry, the group's professional experiences, and practical advice on empowering women to lead with purpose.This presentation contains the presenter'spersonal views and not those of CIBC Mellon or any other person. It may beconsidered advertising, and provides general information only and neither thepresenter nor CIBC Mellon nor any other person are, by means of thispresentation, rendering accounting, business, financial, investment, legal,tax, or other professional advice or services.  This presentation isintended for general informational purposes only. It may not be regarded ascomprehensive nor as a substitute for professional advice.  Before takingany particular course of action, contact your professional advisor to discussthese matters in the context of your particular circumstances.  Neitherthe presenter nor CIBC Mellon accept responsibility for any loss or damageoccasioned by your reliance on information contained in this presentation. ©2026 CIBC Mellon. CIBC Mellon is alicensed user of the CIBC trade-mark and certain BNY trade-marks, and is thecorporate brand of CIBC Mellon Trust Company. None of CIBC Mellon TrustCompany, CIBC, The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation and their affiliatesmake any representations or warranties as to its accuracy, currency orcompleteness, makes any commitment to update any information.  No part ofthe presentation is an offer or solicitation in respect of any particularstrategy and may not be construed as such.  Services referred to may notbe offered in all jurisdictions nor by all companies.CIBC Mellon does not provide investment orasset management services. This presentation, either in whole or in part, mustnot be reproduced nor referred to without the express written permission ofCIBC Mellon. Trademarks, service marks and logos belong to their respectiveowners.

Canada's payments ecosystem is undergoing significant transformation, with modernization initiatives reshaping how money, data and risk move through the financial system. In this episode of CIBC Mellon Industry Perspectives, host Tim Pinnell speaks with Andre Blanchard, Managing Director and Head of North American Corporate Cash Management at CIBC Capital Markets, about what institutional investors and market participants should be watching as Canada advances initiatives such as Lynx, the Real-Time Rail  and ISO 20022 adoption.Together, they explore the practical implications of faster payments, richer payment data, fraud and resilience considerations, and how Canada's evolving payments infrastructure fits within a broader global landscape. The discussion highlights key questions institutional clients should be asking as they prepare for the next phase of payments modernization.This presentation contains the presenter'spersonal views and not those of CIBC Mellon or any other person. It may beconsidered advertising, and provides general information only and neither thepresenter nor CIBC Mellon nor any other person are, by means of thispresentation, rendering accounting, business, financial, investment, legal,tax, or other professional advice or services.  This presentation isintended for general informational purposes only. It may not be regarded ascomprehensive nor as a substitute for professional advice.  Before takingany particular course of action, contact your professional advisor to discussthese matters in the context of your particular circumstances.  Neitherthe presenter nor CIBC Mellon accept responsibility for any loss or damageoccasioned by your reliance on information contained in this presentation. ©2026 CIBC Mellon. CIBC Mellon is alicensed user of the CIBC trade-mark and certain BNY trade-marks, and is thecorporate brand of CIBC Mellon Trust Company. None of CIBC Mellon TrustCompany, CIBC, The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation and their affiliatesmake any representations or warranties as to its accuracy, currency orcompleteness, makes any commitment to update any information.  No part ofthe presentation is an offer or solicitation in respect of any particularstrategy and may not be construed as such.  Services referred to may notbe offered in all jurisdictions nor by all companies.CIBC Mellon does not provide investment orasset management services. This presentation, either in whole or in part, mustnot be reproduced nor referred to without the express written permission ofCIBC Mellon. Trademarks, service marks and logos belong to their respectiveowners.

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Is it harder to manage an employee who has no equity or someone who's a millionaire on paper? Atish Davda, co-founder and CEO of EquityZen, reveals his takes on tough leadership questions—including navigating equity compensation, his most difficult people decisions and the most memorable thing someone has done with their liquidity from selling their private stock shares on EquityZen. This is Invested at Work: Off the Cuff, rapid-fire questions and candid answers to meet the leader behind the title.To hear the full story of how Atish is enabling private companies and employees to sell stocks pre-IPO, and the impacts on risk and retention, check out his full interview with host Rodney Bolden, available right now in your feed. For more conversations on the future of workplace financial benefits, make sure to follow or subscribe to Invested at Work. Share this episode with a colleague, and visit us at morganstanley.com/atwork to unlock the power of your organization's benefits.Visit EquityZen for curated private market investment opportunities, data, and expert insights. Invested at Work is brought to you by Morgan Stanley at Work, hosted by Rodney Bolden. Our executive producers are Fiona Kelsey and Lisa Boyce, and our associate producer is Ive Jones. Our production partner is Sequel Media Inc. #investedatworkpodcast #employeebenefits #workplacebenefits #sharemorganstanley Disclosures:This material is for educational and informational purposes only and is not an offer, solicitation or recommendation to buy or sell any security, financial instrument, product or service.Podcast participants' views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Morgan Stanley at Work or their affiliates. Morgan Stanley employees participating are not acting as financial, tax, legal or fiduciary advisors to any listener or other person.References to EquityZen, private company secondary markets, approved liquidity pathways, private company stock transactions and related parties are illustrative only, not an endorsement, recommendation, solicitation or validation by Morgan Stanley of any company, platform, transaction structure, investment strategy or service provider. Morgan Stanley does not guarantee any third-party obligations, services, products, platforms, processes or performance. Trademarks and brand references belong to their owners.Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the web site. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third party web site or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy and completeness. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Consult appropriate tax, legal, accounting, benefits, securities and compliance advisors.Holders of private company stock should review applicable plan documents, agreements, company policies, transfer restrictions and governing documents before any sale, pledge, transfer or other transaction. Related discussion is general and does not replace controlling official documents.Discussion of equity compensation, private company shares, liquidity events, vesting, taxation, withholding, transferability, employee benefits, HR practices or company stock is not tax, legal, accounting, investment or financial planning advice. Companies should evaluate objectives, plan design, budget and legal, fiduciary and compliance obligations before changing related programs.Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Company stock and equity compensation values can fluctuate. Private company securities involve additional risks, including limited liquidity and information, valuation uncertainty, transfer restrictions, lack of a public market and concentration risk, and may not be suitable for all investors.Survey findings are informational and subject to limitations. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. Statements about market trends, private market activity, IPOs, M&A, liquidity events, growth or employee financial outcomes are general observations only and not predictions, guarantees or investment recommendations. Anecdotal examples are illustrative only, not representative of all outcomes and not a recommendation to sell, hold, exercise or transfer equity awards or company stock. Individual experiences will vary.Morgan Stanley at Work services are provided by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, member SIPC, or its affiliates. ©2026 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC. CRC# 5796651 08/2026

In this episode of CIBC Mellon Industry Perspectives, Tim Pinnell, Relationship Executive, Global Financial Institutions at CIBC Mellon, is joined by Avery Shenfeld, Managing Director and Chief Economist at CIBC, for a discussion on the domestic and global economic factors influencing the Canadian market.They explore the current economic outlook, the forces shaping Canada's economy and key considerations for institutional investors and market participants as the global financial services community prepares to gather at Sibos in Miami.This podcast was recorded on August 24, 2026. Economic and market conditions can change rapidly, and the discussion reflects information and perspectives available as of the recording date.This presentation contains the presenter'spersonal views and not those of CIBC Mellon or any other person. It may beconsidered advertising, and provides general information only and neither thepresenter nor CIBC Mellon nor any other person are, by means of thispresentation, rendering accounting, business, financial, investment, legal,tax, or other professional advice or services.  This presentation isintended for general informational purposes only. It may not be regarded ascomprehensive nor as a substitute for professional advice.  Before takingany particular course of action, contact your professional advisor to discussthese matters in the context of your particular circumstances.  Neitherthe presenter nor CIBC Mellon accept responsibility for any loss or damageoccasioned by your reliance on information contained in this presentation. ©2026 CIBC Mellon. CIBC Mellon is alicensed user of the CIBC trade-mark and certain BNY trade-marks, and is thecorporate brand of CIBC Mellon Trust Company. None of CIBC Mellon TrustCompany, CIBC, The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation and their affiliatesmake any representations or warranties as to its accuracy, currency orcompleteness, makes any commitment to update any information.  No part ofthe presentation is an offer or solicitation in respect of any particularstrategy and may not be construed as such.  Services referred to may notbe offered in all jurisdictions nor by all companies.CIBC Mellon does not provide investment orasset management services. This presentation, either in whole or in part, mustnot be reproduced nor referred to without the express written permission ofCIBC Mellon. Trademarks, service marks and logos belong to their respectiveowners.

In this episode of CIBC Mellon Industry Perspectives, host Kasia Budka is joined by Rob Gates, Chief Architect and Innovation Officer at Duco, and Alastair Angus, Chief Information Officer at CIBC Mellon, for a discussion on innovation in an agentic era. The conversation covers how organizations are approaching automation and AI, the role of technology and data in supporting operational transformation, and what it means to keep people at the center of change. Rob and Alastair share their perspectives on building the right foundations, fostering responsible innovation, and preparing organizations for what comes next. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on the evolving landscape of technology and operations.  This presentation contains the presenter'spersonal views and not those of CIBC Mellon or any other person. It may beconsidered advertising, and provides general information only and neither thepresenter nor CIBC Mellon nor any other person are, by means of thispresentation, rendering accounting, business, financial, investment, legal,tax, or other professional advice or services.  This presentation isintended for general informational purposes only. It may not be regarded ascomprehensive nor as a substitute for professional advice.  Before takingany particular course of action, contact your professional advisor to discussthese matters in the context of your particular circumstances.  Neitherthe presenter nor CIBC Mellon accept responsibility for any loss or damageoccasioned by your reliance on information contained in this presentation. ©2026 CIBC Mellon. CIBC Mellon is alicensed user of the CIBC trade-mark and certain BNY trade-marks, and is thecorporate brand of CIBC Mellon Trust Company. None of CIBC Mellon TrustCompany, CIBC, The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation and their affiliatesmake any representations or warranties as to its accuracy, currency orcompleteness, makes any commitment to update any information.  No part ofthe presentation is an offer or solicitation in respect of any particularstrategy and may not be construed as such.  Services referred to may notbe offered in all jurisdictions nor by all companies.CIBC Mellon does not provide investment orasset management services. This presentation, either in whole or in part, mustnot be reproduced nor referred to without the express written permission ofCIBC Mellon. Trademarks, service marks and logos belong to their respectiveowners.  

What happens to employees at private companies when years, or even decades, pass before a liquidity event? Atish Davda, co-founder and CEO of EquityZen, has created a pathway for private market sales to help employers lower risk, boost employee retention and ultimately get the most out of pre-IPO life. In this episode of Invested at Work, Atish and host Rodney Bolden delve into the tension employees face when waiting for a liquidity event while their own financial needs can't wait—whether that's purchasing a home, sending kids to college or, in Atish's case, buying an engagement ring. They discuss employer-backed solutions, plus the mistakes Atish made while scaling EquityZen, including the rollout of critical employer-sponsored savings programs. Atish Davda co-founded EquityZen in 2013 and was also the company's first engineer. As CEO, Atish has since grown the marketplace for pre-IPO stocks to nearly one million subscribers, making private stocks available to the public. Visit EquityZen for curated private market investment opportunities, data, and expert insights.Invested at Work is brought to you by Morgan Stanley at Work, hosted by Rodney Bolden. Our executive producers are Fiona Kelsey and Lisa Boyce, and our associate producer is Ive Jones. Our production partner is Sequel Media Inc. #investedatworkpodcast #employeebenefits #workplacebenefits #sharemorganstanley This material is for educational and informational purposes only and is not an offer, solicitation or recommendation to buy or sell any security, financial instrument, product or service.Podcast participants' views are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Morgan Stanley at Work or their affiliates. Morgan Stanley employees participating are not acting as financial, tax, legal or fiduciary advisors to any listener or other person.References to EquityZen, private company secondary markets, approved liquidity pathways, private company stock transactions and related parties are illustrative only, not an endorsement, recommendation, solicitation or validation by Morgan Stanley of any company, platform, transaction structure, investment strategy or service provider. Morgan Stanley does not guarantee any third-party obligations, services, products, platforms, processes or performance. Trademarks and brand references belong to their owners.Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the web site. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third party web site or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy and completeness. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Consult appropriate tax, legal, accounting, benefits, securities and compliance advisors.Holders of private company stock should review applicable plan documents, agreements, company policies, transfer restrictions and governing documents before any sale, pledge, transfer or other transaction. Related discussion is general and does not replace controlling official documents.Discussion of equity compensation, private company shares, liquidity events, vesting, taxation, withholding, transferability, employee benefits, HR practices or company stock is not tax, legal, accounting, investment or financial planning advice. Companies should evaluate objectives, plan design, budget and legal, fiduciary and compliance obligations before changing related programs.Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Company stock and equity compensation values can fluctuate. Private company securities involve additional risks, including limited liquidity and information, valuation uncertainty, transfer restrictions, lack of a public market and concentration risk, and may not be suitable for all investors.Survey findings are informational and subject to limitations. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. Statements about market trends, private market activity, IPOs, M&A, liquidity events, growth or employee financial outcomes are general observations only and not predictions, guarantees or investment recommendations. Anecdotal examples are illustrative only, not representative of all outcomes and not a recommendation to sell, hold, exercise or transfer equity awards or company stock. Individual experiences will vary.Morgan Stanley at Work services are provided by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, member SIPC, or its affiliates. ©2026 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC. CRC# 5796651 08/2026

Thinking about incorporating your business? You are not alone. It is one of the most common questions I get from entrepreneurs, professionals, and business owners.In this episode, I break down the key differences between operating as a sole proprietor and running your business through a corporation. I discuss the tax concept of integration, when incorporation can create tax deferral opportunities, and some of the practical considerations that often get overlooked, including bookkeeping, banking, legal documentation, professional advisors, and the ongoing costs of maintaining a corporate structure.Whether you're just starting a business or wondering if you have reached the point where incorporation makes sense, this episode will help you understand the questions you should be asking before taking the leap!RELATED EPISODES:Season 2, Episode 7, "Should I incorporate? A candid conversation with business owner, Erin Romeo, about her journey to incorporation"Season 2, Episode 8, "Incorporation 101 - tackling some of the myths surrounding incorporation, with special guest Phil Guenther"Season 4, Episode 5, "Copyrights and Trademarks - a "tax adjacent" episode with special guest, Luanne Schlosser of Lunova Law"HERE ARE SOME OTHER WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME:My website! Email: thetaxchickpodcast@gmail.com@tax.chick (IG) LinkedInBe a "Tax Chick VIP"

"This is the final Rock School show. We felt 1000 shows was a good number to end on since Tammy and I are retiring at the end of this year. Thank you to all who ran the show. You gave us an audience. For this final hour, we are looking at the top 10 moments from the almost 20 years of shows. Thanks again and goodbye. We sure did enjoy your company."

The registered trademark symbol looks tiny, but for business owners it carries far more weight than a normal keyboard character.In this episode, we break down how to type the ® symbol on Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Android, plus the more important question: when are you actually allowed to use it?You'll learn the most common shortcuts, reliable mobile workarounds, and the difference between ®, ™, and ℠. We also cover one of the most common mistakes founders make: assuming that filing a trademark application means they can immediately start using the registered trademark symbol. It does not.For Windows users, we explain the classic Alt plus 0174 shortcut. On Mac, we cover Option plus R and how Character Viewer can help when keyboard layouts behave differently. For iPhone and iPad users, we look at text replacement as a practical shortcut. On Android, we discuss symbol menus, keyboard differences, and why there is no single shortcut that works perfectly across every device.Then we move beyond typing.A registered trademark symbol is a notice. In the United States, it communicates that the mark has federal registration status. That is different from simply claiming trademark rights. Businesses can often use ™ or ℠ before registration, but ® should be reserved for marks that are actually registered.We also discuss why “registered” does not mean “I own this word everywhere.” Trademark rights are connected to a specific mark and specific goods or services. A software company with a registered name does not automatically control that same word in every unrelated category. Context and scope matter.Another practical question is whether ® needs to appear after every mention of a brand. Usually, that is not the best approach. Repeating the symbol constantly can make clean marketing copy look like it caught a case of legal punctuation. A better strategy is to create brand guidelines explaining where the symbol should appear, how the mark should be written, and which logo versions are approved.That matters because trademark use is not just a legal-team issue. Marketing, sales, product, design, web development, agencies, distributors, and vendors may all touch the brand. If each group handles trademark notices differently, inconsistency spreads fast.We also explore business hazards, including using ® before registration, assuming one registration covers every product or service, failing to track registration maintenance, and believing that the symbol itself somehow enforces the brand.Spoiler: it does not.A trademark symbol can communicate rights, but it cannot monitor competitors, renew registrations, update packaging, fix old website files, or send a thoughtfully stern letter on your behalf. Brand protection still requires strategy, process, and judgment.The episode also tackles several trademark myths. No, a pending application does not equal registration. No, registering a mark does not grant universal ownership of a word. No, you usually do not need ® after every occurrence. And no, inaccurate use should not be treated as a harmless branding shortcut.For founders and small business owners, the real lesson is bigger than memorizing Alt plus 0174 or Option plus R. Trademarks are business assets. They can influence branding, marketing, licensing, expansion, investor diligence, acquisitions, and competitive positioning. Trademark decisions belong inside a broader intellectual property strategy.If your company has a valuable name, logo, slogan, product identity, or service brand, this episode gives you a practical framework for understanding what the registered trademark symbol means and how to use it more intelligently.You'll leave knowing the shortcuts, the distinctions, the common mistakes, and the bigger strategic questions to ask before your team starts dropping ® into every deck, webpage, and piece of packaging it can find.To chat about this one-on-one, grab a free consult at strategymeeting.com

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How might artificial intelligence (AI) reshape the way trademark professionals evaluate "likelihood of confusion"? This is one of the most important—and rapidly evolving—questions in trademark law. INTA's recently released study, Exploring the Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Likelihood of Confusion Analysis, is the first major attempt to provide an answer.It takes a close look at how AI technologies—from machine learning and natural language processing to image and audio recognition—could be applied to one of the most fundamental critical aspects of trademark law: determining whether consumers are likely to be confused between two competing marks.The likelihood of confusion analysis is undertaken in three significant phases of the trademark lifecycle. The first use is made by a brand owner looking to adopt and likely register a new mark.  The second is in intellectual property (IP) offices where trademark registration decisions include this analysis. The third area where the likelihood of confusion analysis becomes critical is when a dispute arises.Likelihood of confusion is certainly a legal test, but that legal test is rooted in the core functions of a trademark, that is how brands build trust with their consumers and how the brand owner's investment in the trademark can be protected.  Turning to the report, what makes it particularly timely is the context? Firstly, IP offices around the world are facing increasing application volumes and growing complexity, from multilingual word marks to logos, sounds, and even motion-based trademarks. At the same time, AI is already transforming how we search, compare, and analyze data. Importantly, the study does not advocate for or against AI. Instead, it offers a practical, forward-looking framework, highlighting both the opportunities and the risks, from improved speed and pattern recognition to concerns around bias, transparency, and over-reliance on automation. This episode of Brand & New is hosted by David Gooder, former Commissioner for Trademarks at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), who also contributed to this report. To explore and help explain the report's findings, he is joined by two colleagues who played a central role in developing this report.Lori Schulman is Senior Director of Internet Policy at INTA. Ms. Schulman has long been at the forefront of INTA's work on digital policy issues, including the intersection of emerging technologies and IP. She was part of the core INTA project team that worked closely with FTI Consulting to shape this report, contributing both policy insight and practical perspective on how AI is already affecting the IP ecosystem. Jose Londoño is Associate Senior Director for External Relations and Policy Development at INTA. Mr. Londoño also served on the report's internal project team and brings extensive experience working with IP offices and policymakers around the world. Mr. Londoño's background in public-sector IP administration—which includes serving as Deputy Superintendent for Industrial Property at Colombia's IP office—adds an important global and operational perspective to how AI could be implemented in practice. Related ResourcesAbout David GooderAbout Jose LondoñoAbout Lori SchulmanExploring the Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Likelihood of Confusion Analysis (INTA, June 2026)IP Office of the Future: Digital Transformation Think Tank Report (INTA, July 2026)INTA Board Resolution of Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property Rights Foundational Principles (INTA, May 2025)Likelihood of confusion (USPTO)

"Every list of the best bands contains the same bands in the top 20 so I made a new list. I looked at several best band lists and eliminated those top 20 bands. My list gets rid of the obvious choices and gives many lesser known bands a chance. See what you think."

"Tammy and I have decided to retire from our jobs and also from creating the Rock School Radio show. I know this is the 744th show on PRX but it's actually our 997th show overall. We will do this show and three more, ending on our 1000th show. To that end, in this show we will announce some musicians who might be retiring soon themselves. We will list the oldest people touring this summer."

Over the Summer I've curated a mini series of some of my favourite episodes from the podcast so far. We revisit old episodes that have stayed rent-free in my brain! So whether this episode ends up being new for you or you get to enjoy it again years later, I hope you find it helpful. In this episode I chat to Ingrid Fernandez who is a freelance consultant lawyer and I quiz her all about what small businesses need to do to be legal compliant in the UK.  She has lived and breathed commercial law for 10 years, working for both Magic Circle and boutique law firms. But she decided it was time to hang up her suit, swap board rooms for coffee shops and use what she'd learnt to help people starting out in business feel confident about legal things. The entrepreneurs. The small business owners. The freelancers. The dreamers with big plans and sometimes small budgets, but a whole load of passion. That is who she want's to help and in the process she became a small business owner too.  Episode Highlights 00:01 – Why legal topics matter for small business owners 01:20 – Meet Ingrid: her mission to make legal support accessible 03:10 – When to start thinking about legal documents and contracts 05:15 – The essential documents every business needs (privacy, cookies, terms, contracts) 08:15 – Flexibility, templates, and making contracts work for you 13:00 – Trademarks: what they are and when to consider them 18:00 – The power of clarity, boundaries, and legal confidence 25:00 – Legal care as part of your brand and client experience 32:00 – Overcoming mindset blocks and making the law work for you Key Takeaways Start as You Mean to Go On Laying legal foundations early brings peace of mind and sets the tone for a confident, professional business journey. Protection is Empowerment Contracts and policies aren't just paperwork; they're tools that protect your creativity, your income, and your client relationships. Clarity Builds Trust Clear agreements and transparent policies foster trust, making every client interaction smoother and more respectful. Legal Confidence is for Everyone The law isn't just for big companies; accessible templates and resources mean every small business owner can feel secure and empowered. Your Brand is More Than Visuals Legal care is part of your brand experience, showing clients you value integrity, safety, and professionalism at every touchpoint. Reclaim Your Power Embracing legal tools is an act of self-respect and kindness to your clients; no more shrinking or second-guessing, just confident business-building. Mentioned in the Episode Ingrid's website: Her Legal Space   I would love to hear what you think of this episode, so please do let me know on Instagram where I'm @‌lizmmosley or @‌buildingyourbrandpodcast and I hope you enjoy the episode! This episode was written and recorded by me and produced by Lucy Lucraft lucylucraft.co.uk If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5* rating and review!

As the dust settles around the trademark commotion, what really remains to be said? Find out what the Betches think about the "hot girls read" trademark drama and what this means for other trademarks in the future. Find our video episodes on Youtube!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From Lola Vice's reported SmackDown call-up to WWE's latest trademark filing, this week was packed with major wrestling headlines. We also cover AEW's special Rebel Heart tribute show, Ronda Rousey's comments on the current state of MMA, Peacock's blockbuster streaming deal with YouTube Premium, and everything else you need to know in one quick roundup. #WWE #AEW #SmackDown #RAW #LolaVice #RondaRousey #HikaruShida #WWENews #AEWNews #WrestlingNews #ProWrestling #WrestlingCommunity #Netflix #Peacock #YouTubePremium ABOUT WOMEN'S WRESTLING TALK : The #1 Women's Wrestling Show on the Planet, showcases news and interviews with top female wrestlers and professionals throughout the industry. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for use & for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Nonprofit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use.

"For an experiment, I denoted the last ten generations and attempted to define the song of their generation. Some were easy and some quite difficult. I offer five possibilities first and then pick. See if I made the correct choice."

Rebecca Rechtszaid is a Harvard Law grad and former lead counsel for partnerships at Meta who now represents creators through her own firm. Her core message: if you're a creator, you're running an IP business whether you realise it or not, and most people only figure that out at the worst possible moment.In this episode, Rebecca breaks down the mistakes she sees over and over, from creators treating brand deals as gifts to co-creators with no paperwork discovering the camera operator legally owns the footage. We cover what the creator economy can learn from music (handshake deals, Lennon and McCartney, Prince's fight for his masters), why AI is making everything scarier (she reads TikTok's terms of service line by line), and the first legal moves every serious creator should make right now.An honest, occasionally alarming, and very practical guide to protecting the business you may not know you already have.Topics covered: creators as IP businesses · chain of title · lessons from music · AI clauses and likeness rights · trademarks · first legal steps for creators

In a world where brand launches can leak in seconds, competitive intelligence is a reality, and social media amplifies everything, many companies are asking a simple question: How do we protect a brand before the world knows it exists?That's where stealth trademark filings come in. This is about using entities, strategic drafting, or filing approaches to obscure a company's identity or future plans. Some see this as a smart, even necessary tactic. Others raise concerns about transparency, enforceability, and unintended legal consequences. So where is the line between smart brand strategy and avoidable risk? When does stealth help, and when might it backfire? To unpack this, we're joined by Matthew Asbell, a partner at Lippes Mathias LLP and a widely respected intellectual property attorney with deep experience advising brands in diverse industries on global trademark strategy, enforcement, and policy‑level issues. He's also an adjunct professor of law and frequent guest lecturer at Fordham University and The Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in New York City.Mr. Asbell is a longtime leader within the INTA community, contributing to how we think about trademarks not just as registrations, but as business assets.This episode of Brand & New is sponsored by Lippes Mathias LLP.Related ResourcesAbout Matthew AsbellAbout Lippes Mathias LLPStealth trademarks explained: Protecting brands while staying under the radar (Lexology, July 2025)

Watch the YouTube version of this episode HEREYou don't know where you'll be next Tuesday and that's exactly the point. In this episode of Maximum Lawyer, Tyson Mutrux sits down with trademark attorney and educator Sonia Lakhany, who has turned her entire life into a delegation and systems experiment by putting everything she owns in storage and becoming a “fancy homeless” digital nomad. Sonia shares how she runs two thriving companies while living out of a single bag and cycling through hotels around the world, using extreme efficiency, SOPs, and intentional lifestyle design to strip away errands, household chores, and decision fatigue so she can focus on deep work, creativity, and enjoying the freedom she built.From departure checklists and dopamine menus to virtual mailboxes and hotel‑based “done‑for‑you” living, Sonia walks Tyson through the operational choices that make her nomad life possible and the business lessons law firm owners can steal even if they never leave their hometown. She talks candidly about solo travel, loneliness, and choosing not to have kids, how ADHD and a craving for “whimsy” drove her away from traditional employment, and why she now sees trademarks as the ultimate lifestyle practice area for lawyers who want flexibility, global reach, and lean, high‑margin firms. They also dig into her 4L Education platform and flagship “Two Weeks to Trademarks” course, including why hundreds of alumni keep coming back for live reteaches, how she leverages AI to systematize her own law firm, and what it really looks like to build a business that funds your bucket‑list life instead of competing with it.What You'll LearnHow Sonia designed a “digital nomad” life that eliminates errands, chores, and home maintenance through radical delegationWhy running two companies from hotel rooms forced her to systematize everything from travel checklists to client workHow solo travel, white space, and pattern interrupts supercharge her creativity and strategic thinkingWhy she believes permanency (houses, kids, routines) isn't for everyone and how that shapes her business choicesWhat makes trademark law a lifestyle‑friendly, globally scalable practice area for lawyersHow her 4L Education and “Two Weeks to Trademarks” course help attorneys escape burnout and build flexible practicesWhy alumni keep re‑attending her live reteaches and how AI is changing the way she teaches and practices trademarksHighlights 00:00 – Why Sonia doesn't know where she'll be next Tuesday and her “fancy homeless” origin story05:00 – Delegating life: hotels, virtual mailboxes, and stripping away errands and chores10:00 – Departure checklists, extreme efficiency, and SOPs for travel and business20:00 – Solo travel, loneliness, and designing a life without partners, pets, or kids30:00 – ADHD, whimsy, and why Sonia was never built to be a traditional employee40:00 – Building lean teams, avoiding management bloat, and redefining success beyond headcount50:00 – Inside 4L Education and “Two Weeks to Trademarks,” lifestyle lawyering, and global trademark opportunities55:00 – Live reteaches, CLE, unreasonable hospitality, and using AI to future‑proof your practiceConnect with Sonia:Instagram YouTube Linkedin 

"I was talking about the Paul is Dead conspiracy theory in class one day and the students began asking me if I knew about THIS theory. And then THIS theory. We went on for 30 minutes and then I did some research. There were so many theories I had never heard of. Hopefully they are new to you as well. We have a long list."

Can an ordinary word become a trademark? Yes—and that answer is more useful, more nuanced, and slightly more dangerous than it sounds.This episode-style breakdown explores how common words can become powerful brand assets when they identify the source of goods or services instead of merely describing what a business sells. A word like “apple” can be an everyday fruit in one context and a major technology brand in another. That does not mean a company owns the word everywhere. It means trademark protection depends on context, consumer perception, and consistent brand use.We walk through the difference between generic, descriptive, suggestive, arbitrary, and fanciful marks. Generic terms name the product category and cannot function as trademarks. Descriptive terms directly explain a feature, purpose, quality, or ingredient and may be harder to protect. Suggestive marks are different. They hint at an idea but require a little imagination from the customer. That extra mental step can make a brand name more distinctive and more defensible.For startup founders and small business owners, this matters early. A name that sounds obvious in a meeting may become a legal headache later. A business might choose a descriptive name because it feels clear, only to discover that it is difficult to register, difficult to enforce, or already surrounded by competitors using similar language. On the other hand, a suggestive name can create a stronger identity while still giving customers a useful clue about the brand.The conversation also covers common mistakes: assuming domain availability means trademark availability, thinking registration equals total ownership of a word, ignoring common-law rights, and picking a name before checking whether customers may confuse it with another business. Trademark law is not about who had the best brainstorming session. It is about whether a mark identifies a source and whether another use is likely to confuse consumers.You will also hear why over-enforcement can backfire. Owning a trademark does not give a company control over every ordinary use of a word. Competitors can often use descriptive language fairly. Smart trademark strategy protects the brand without trying to annex the English language like a caffeinated empire.We also look at why suggestive marks often become the practical middle ground. Made-up words can be strong, but they may require more marketing investment because customers have to learn what they mean. Descriptive names can be easy to understand, but they may be too weak to protect. Suggestive names sit between those extremes. They give the market a clue while still acting like a brand.That balance can save money, reduce confusion, and support long-term growth. A strong mark can make it easier to build recognition across websites, packaging, social media, ads, sales conversations, investor decks, and customer referrals. A weak mark can create friction in every one of those places. Nobody wants to discover that the brand name printed on the booth banner is also being used by three competitors and one suspiciously enthusiastic Etsy shop.By the end, you will have a practical framework for reviewing your own name before you fall in love with it too hard.The key takeaway: ordinary words can become extraordinary trademarks when they are used creatively, consistently, and strategically. The strongest names are not always the most literal. They are the ones that customers remember, competitors cannot easily copy, and the business can grow with over time.This is a practical listen for founders choosing a company name, teams preparing to launch a product, marketers building brand identity, and business owners wondering whether their “simple” name is legally strong enough to protect.To chat about this one-on-one, grab a free consult at strategymeeting.com

Your trademark can last a very long time. Potentially forever. But, like a houseplant, a customer relationship, or the office printer that only works when spoken to respectfully, it needs care.This episode breaks down the question every founder eventually asks: how long does a trademark last? The answer is both encouraging and slightly paperwork-flavored. In the United States, a federal trademark registration can continue indefinitely if the owner keeps using the mark in commerce and files the required maintenance and renewal documents on time.That is the good news. The less glamorous news is that a trademark registration is not a trophy you place on a shelf forever. It has deadlines, use requirements, and renewal windows. It also has a talent for becoming a problem right when your business is busy launching, raising money, hiring people, or discovering that the website footer still says copyright twenty nineteen.In this episode, we explain why trademarks are different from patents. Patents have fixed terms. Trademarks are connected to marketplace identity. If customers still associate your mark with your goods or services, and you maintain the registration, protection can continue decade after decade.We also cover the major U.S. trademark maintenance windows business owners should know. After registration, owners usually need to file a declaration of continued use between the fifth and sixth year. Then, between the ninth and tenth year, renewal and maintenance documents are typically due. After that, renewals continue every ten years.We dig into what “use in commerce” actually means. A trademark needs real commercial use connected to the goods or services in the registration. For products, that could include packaging, labels, product pages, or point-of-sale displays. For services, it might include websites, proposals, ads, or booking pages.We also talk about abandonment, which is the legal version of your brand wandering off into the woods. If a business stops using a mark and has no intent to resume use, the mark can become vulnerable. Three consecutive years of nonuse can become strong evidence of abandonment under U.S. law. That is why “we might bring it back someday” is not a great trademark strategy unless there is a real plan behind it.Monitoring is another major topic. Registering a trademark does not mean the government automatically enforces it for you. The USPTO does not patrol the marketplace with a tiny badge and a suspiciously well-organized spreadsheet. Trademark owners usually need to watch for confusingly similar brands, copycats, partner misuse, and signs that consumers are getting confused.The episode also explains why enforcement should be strategic. Not every similar word deserves a legal battle. Smart trademark enforcement looks at similarity, related goods or services, customer overlap, actual confusion, market impact, and business goals. Sometimes the right move is a letter. Sometimes it is a coexistence agreement, takedown, or litigation.For founders and small business owners, the practical takeaway is simple: treat trademarks like active business assets. Calendar deadlines early. Save proof of use. Review registrations annually. Keep ownership records clean. Update goods and services when the business changes. Monitor the market. Use the mark consistently. And please, do not rely on memory as your legal operations system. Deadlines love disguises.This episode is especially useful for startup founders, small business owners, marketing leaders, brand managers, product companies, service businesses, franchise operators, and anyone who has ever said, “We registered the name, so we're good forever, right?”Your trademark is more than a name. It is the symbol customers remember, the asset competitors notice, and the brand signal investors may evaluate. Protect it like it matters, because it probably does.To chat about this one-on-one, grab a free consult at strategymeeting.com

In this episode, Mallory shares her thoughts on recent viral topics including the World Cup, the importance of community, a disturbing true crime story, and the controversy over trademarking the phrase 'Hot Girls Read.' She emphasizes the value of kindness, awareness, and community connection in today's social landscape.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Housekeeping02:31 World Cup Excitement and Community Spirit05:15 Reflections on Positivity and Connection07:57 Discussion on the Maternal Instinct Documentary18:38 Hot Girls Read Trademark Controversy

The Chiefs filed some possible trademarks full 1051 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:04:06 +0000 PhWT2JQSL8IrARiCvvGUUiukfvrlbUFx nfl,kansas city chiefs,society & culture Cody & Gold nfl,kansas city chiefs,society & culture The Chiefs filed some possible trademarks Hosts Cody Tapp & Alex Gold team up for 96.5 The Fan Radio's newest mid-day show "Cody & Gold."  Two born & raised Kansas Citians, Cody & Gold have been through all the highs and lows as a KC sports fan and they know the passion Kansas City has for their sports teams."Cody & Gold" will be a show focused on smart, sports conversation with the best voices from KC and around the country. It will also feature our listeners with your calls, texts & tweets as we want you to be a part of the show, not just a listener.  Cody & Gold, weekdays 10a-2p on 610 Sports Radio.  2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=http

Dorit's redemption tour continues as her fate on RHOBH hangs in Producer's hands and her home sale foreclosure has been postponed yet again. Teresa bans Frank Catania from filming RHONJ Season 15 but all is not as it seems. The Summer House crew oversaturate the market with TMI no one asked for. Rosie DiMare trademarks “Slam Pig”. Candiace talks Nene. Shamea talks Angela. Vanity Fair comes for Alex Cooper's Unwell network. Last, but not least, Lenny Hochstein denies all charges in the SA case against him and cries innocent. @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: MYFITNESSPAL - podcasts.myfitnesspal.com (Use Code VELVET, All Upper Case Letters, For 15% Off The Premium App That Will Change Everything For You Regarding Fitness & Nutrition)  TUMBLE - Tumbleliving.com/VELVET (10% Off Plus Free Shipping On The Most Beautiful Inexpensive Rugs Which Are Spill Proof)  PROGRESSIVE - www.progressive.com (Visit Progressive.com To See If You Could Save On Car Insurance) ZENNI OPTICAL -  zenni.com/podcast (Use Code Podcast15 For 15% Off Your First Order Of The Most Affordable, Stylish Glasses and Sunglasses)  ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact David@advertising-execs.com MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Veteran performer Paul Capsis on his strict upbringing and the strong female role models who helped him stay in school despite the brutality.A powerful and expressive voice, flamboyant physical presence, and mane of dark hair have become his trademarks as a performer.But when Paul was growing up in inner-city Sydney as the child of Greek and Maltese parents, these same qualities brought him a world of trouble. At school he was relentlessly ridiculed and beaten.The love of his Maltese grandmother, Angela, and other family members, helped Paul stay in school despite the brutality; as did immersing himself in the music of his favourite singers, Janis Joplin and Billie Holiday.This episode of Conversations was first broadcast in 2018The producer was Michelle Ransom Hughes and the Executive Producer was Pam O'Brien.It explores performing, singing, homophobia, bullying, Maltese heritage, Greek heritage, strong female role models, Janis Joplin, cabaret, grandmas, women, inner-city Sydney.

"When you listen to Van Halen or Extreme or Steely Dan you expect a great guitar solo. The point of this show is to offer some examples of totally unexpected solos. These are solos in a song or a genre or by an artists that it seems to be coming out of nowhere. "

"Back on May 31st Black Crowes frontman Chris Robinson chided an audience for chanting USA. Much of the audience then walked out. I wondered if this had happened before and it certainly did. We have multiple examples of an audience turning on the performer and vice versa. For many we have the audio from the stage."