You have an idea for the "next big thing" but what do you do with it? In this episode, we'll be connecting with Nick Doss, a patent agent at Troutman Pepper, to understand how we can best protect our ideas while moving forward with bringing them to fruition. We'll break down the patent process, distinguish it from trademarks and copyrights, and consider the business value of having a pending patent. Nick also shows us how his chemical engineering background helps him in his day to day working in a patent office. ----- Pipeline Resources ----- Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/connecting-with-careers-podcast/id1528074597 Resume, Interview, and Career Coaching: https://www.pipelinecareerservices.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pipelinecareerservices/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pipelinecareerservices/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pipelinecareerservices Twitter: https://twitter.com/Pipeline_CS New episodes every Wednesday at 8 AM EST! ----- Resources from this episode ----- Connect with Nick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-doss-bba346138/ Learn more about Troutman Pepper: https://www.troutman.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectingwithcareers/support