Patent attorney Austin , with 700+ US patents secured, reveals what kills patent rights before founders ever file. One social media post, one Kickstarter launch, one ChatGPT prompt could cost you everything. In this episode, Austin breaks down what makes an invention patentable, how patent pending status protects you while you monetize, and the real cost of filing. You'll also get his counterintuitive strategy for controlling your market once your patent is approved. Perfect for startup founders and product-based entrepreneurs ready to treat intellectual property as the business asset it truly is.