Identify IP: Determine which aspects of your business are eligible for IP protection. This could include products, processes, logos, designs, and written works. Register IP: File for patents, trademarks, or copyrights with the relevant authorities. Registration provides legal proof of ownership and makes it easier to enforce your rights. Use Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs): When sharing confidential information with employees, partners, or investors, use NDAs to legally bind them to confidentiality. Monitor and Enforce IP: Regularly monitor the market for potential infringements. Take legal action against unauthorized use of your IP to maintain its value and exclusivity.