From Technical Professional to Entrepreneur: A Guide to Alternative Careers

Instructs the reader how to evaluate and use technology to develop a business. Conveys techniques for turning ideas and inventions into a business or financial reward. Covers patent rights, writing and interpreting claims, patent protection, controlling costs, legal fees, dealing with attorneys and much more. Case studies of actual business ventures and commentary from a variety of successful entrepreneurs, executives, lawyers, scientists, and engineers illustrate successes and pitfalls.