James Schramko Podcast

1096 - Unlocking the Power of Licensing with Bob Serling


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01:41 - Intellectual property licensing offers the key advantages of expanding reach, growing influence, and increasing profit without the need for extensive overhead or staffing.

03:18 - Many business owners are unaware of the valuable intellectual property they already possess, which can be licensed to generate passive income.

07:32 - To recognize what aspects of your business can be licensed, start by evaluating everything you do.

11:41 - Licensing deals don’t always involve physical products; sometimes the most valuable asset is the relationship you have with suppliers or manufacturers.

15:13 - By embracing licensing deals over the years, James has diversified his income streams, making licensing a significant and stable part of his business revenue.

17:12 - While licensing IP and equity deals both offer long-term profit potential, licensing intellectual property often provides a simpler, more flexible approach than taking equity in a company.

20:12 - Byproducts of work, such as systems or methods, can be packaged and sold as valuable intellectual property.

23:16 - The internal systems you use to operate your business can often be more valuable when licensed out than the primary product or service you offer.

26:18 - Types of licensing agreement can range from exclusive deals, where one party holds all rights, to non-exclusive or sub-licensing arrangements to a master license.

45:26 - Successful IP licensing requires a proven track record of sales, an understanding of the value of your IP, and knowing the best markets or partners for licensing.

50:27 - Relationships built over time, whether with partners or customers, can often serve as a cornerstone of successful licensing deals.

55:46 - A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) is essential in licensing negotiations to protect your intellectual property.

1:00:03 - IP licensing offers a powerful way to create passive income streams, leveraging both existing intellectual property and relationships to scale your business profitably.

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