Why You Should Trademark Your MLM Company Name

This blog post is the companion post to the video H ow Important is Your Company Name? Learn about Trademarking Your Company Name. The following is the transcript of MLM Attorney Jeff Babener’s own words:

Hi, I’m Jeff Babener of MLMLegal.com, and I’d like to talk to you today about your trademark. Imagine living your life without a name. To some extent, you define yourself and your existence by your name. Your trademark, in a sense, is your branding for life.

When others think of you they think of your name and vice versa. Your choice of name for your MLM company is equally important. Not only will you brand your business and product but what may be worthless today will be your most valuable asset in years to come. Just ask Coca-Cola, Marlboro, Microsoft, Avon, or Mary Kay.

And so, your company name deserves special emphasis in the beginning. A trademark search by your MLM lawyer is a must. You don’t want to be told three years down the road that you must give up your name because you did not bother to conduct a trademark search. It would be a devastating blow to your business. Also, it is essential that the name that you choose will suit expanding product or service offerings down the road.

So, what’s in a name? Everything.

Wishing you the best in your direct-selling business, I’m Jeff Babener.

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Or, visit these links for more information:

MLM Consulting: How to Build a Successful Direct Selling Company

MLM Corporate Startup Essentials: MLM Trademark

It’s Our Name – Live With It

The Educated Networker: Trademarks and Network Marketing

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