Tag: Career

After a short summer break, it feels good to be back with this column. In #6, we focused on mindset and message, the inner foundation of your personal brand. Today, in #7, we move into execution and consistency: how to actually bring your expertise to ...

In today’s innovation-driven economy, success in IP management is no longer defined by legal expertise alone. The ability to communicate complex concepts, build trust with clients, navigate intercultural negotiations, or lead innovation teams is just ...

In a profession often defined by caution, rigor, and tradition, the mere mention of “marketing” can trigger a range of uncomfortable reactions among legal professionals. Maria Boicova-Wynants recognizes this tension and addresses it head-o ...

On October 10, 2025, the Munich-based IP law firm Weickmann & Weickmann will host a full-day event that will bring together some of the most engaged minds in the field of IP. Under the theme “Strengthening Digital Visibility and Awareness in the I ...

Many IP experts don’t struggle with the substance of their work. They struggle with helping others see why it matters. You know the effort it takes to protect an innovation pipeline, manage complex filings, or advise on high-stakes licensing deals. Bu ...

When building a personal brand as an IP expert, the natural starting point is your own expertise — the technical fields you know, the cases you’ve won, the patents you’ve filed, or the strategies you’ve designed. But the real shift happens when ...

On July 2nd, 2025, the epi Editorial Committee met to discuss how European patent attorneys and IP professionals can strategically use LinkedIn as a catalyst for systematic business development. In this meeting, Prof. Dr. Alexander J. Wurzer and Dr. T ...

How to move from respected technician to recognized authority. Many IP professionals are highly respected inside their firms or niches, but rarely beyond. You’re the go‑to when something breaks, not the one invited to decide what comes next. That’s th ...

Many IP professionals feel stuck between two extremes: being invisible or sounding promotional. They want their expertise to be seen. Recognised. Respected. But not at the cost of seeming self-important. The good news? Visibility doesn’t require self- ...

Ask any IP expert what they’re good at, and you’ll get answers like: “I’m precise.” “I’m reliable.” “I know how to navigate complex patent landscapes.” All true, and all important. But here’s the catch: most of your peers could say the same. In a fiel ...