Aonia Masood

Eid Mubarak! #eid https://www.instagram.com/p/ByQ08KXBXMr/?igshid=4dj1oxmymry5

Crowdfunding, a concept derived from micro-finance and crowdsourcing, is lucrative source of funding. This concept is completely the opposite of traditional approach to business finance; the funding sources mainly include angel investors, banks, and venture capital firms. In traditional setup, while starting up entrepreneurs knock the doors of wealthy institutions or individuals for investment while carrying the business plan, market research and prototypes in their hands. However, in modern world and different parts of the world, quite legal in some parts of the world, another way to raise fund is through crowdfunding.The crowdfunding platforms give entrepreneurs a single platform to build, showcase, and share their pitch resources open to the world. It definitely saves up their time and energies for quite obvious reasons. Interested parties might invest thousands in exchange for equity or might also contribute few bucks in exchange for first-run product or other rewards. The practice entails that enterprising individuals or firms fund new projects or ventures through contributions of large groups of people. While commonly it is conducted through online sites and mobile apps; however, it can also take the form of mail order, subscriptions, benefit events, and other methods. There are four most common types of crowdfunding: · Equity-based crowd funding · Reward-based crowdfunding · Debt-based crowdfunding (peer-to-peer lending) · Donation-based crowdfunding It is to be clarified that crowdfunding is not allowed in Pakistan and no company can raise funds through it as per SECP notofications. However, the exception might be donation-based equity or debt based crowdfunding as the same is pretty common in Pakistan. Donation-based crowdfunding would mean that the crowd will invest, little or big amounts in your project and will see your project or society prosper. #equity #crowdfunding #startuppakistan #entrepreneur #startup #CrowdfundingPK https://www.instagram.com/p/ByDt1OsBgJj/?igshid=4jb7x5wfnzew

Throwback to 2015 when I started working with patents! #PatentBlog #entrepreneur #startup https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx7_q3ZB9aw/?igshid=1oktbrsiwpq8u

The library kind of day! #comparativestudy #startup #entrepreneur #lawyerlife https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx62epXhv9_/?igshid=1gmqvyx1sbnfv

Focusing on the talks... 🤔 #conference #ip #startup #lawyer #entrepreneur (at Islamabad, Pakistan) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx4Z529hBhb/?igshid=1pd2r8ecnv4iz

The whole procedure from filing of application to granting of registration certificate may take approximately 1.5 to 2 years in Pakistan. The process of registration comprises of several steps: 1. Trademark Clearance Search (that may be skipped, if you want to) 2. Filing Application 3. IPO issues Acknowledgement Receipt 4. IPO issues the Show Cause Notice (in case, the Office finds something similar or identical to your trademark in their register) 5. Response to the Show Cause Notice 6. Presentation before the Registrar (in case, show cause notice has been served upon the applicant) 7. IPO publishes the trademark in public Journal (in case, the Application has been accepted for the publication, otherwise Application would be declined at the 6th step) 8. Opposition may be filed against you 9. Responses against opposition 10. Presentation before the Tribunal 11. Acceptance for the registration 12. Payment of final fee The laws and the rules for registering a trademark are governed by the laws of the country in which the application is made, which may differ from country to country. If you are confused about the process, shoot me a DM! #trademark #ip #startup #threshold #entrepreneur https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx5DFEChu2o/?igshid=1ccs3aditfycq

Focusing on the talks... 🤔 #conference #ip #startup #lawyer #entrepreneur (at Islamabad, Pakistan) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx4Z529hBhb/?igshid=6p64ijj51xgc

Your wings already exist; all you have to do is to fly! #soarhigh #entrepreneur #startup (at Pakistan) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx12efXhEfp/?igshid=1vjv58jg0fdoo

TGIF! #tgif No work breaks however. 😑 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx10cU5hgNt/?igshid=2bdbsmuurgnb

#startups #entrepreneur #jumpstart #takingtheleap https://www.instagram.com/p/BxxeB-SBBaj/?igshid=3x4j6r8hen7j

My stop for contract negotiations! #lawyersofinstagram #contractnegotiation #safecitizens #lahorediaries https://www.instagram.com/p/BxwJxvuBlEs/?igshid=js5fwigj9wn5

In discussion with Researcher for drafting patent application... #Chemistry #Molecules #Patent #Medicine #LawyerBlog #PatentBlog #Claims https://www.instagram.com/p/Bxt8ytkBVSY/?igshid=1kdsnk589eff1

After a very very long time I started reading this chicklit when I was on a short vacation, an amazing read! The novel revolves around Ellie who is really passionate about making her new business a success; she had a chance to run a teashop in a remote castle, a dream she was living since her girlhood. The most inspiring thing about her was that she didn't come from the industry, but wasn't afraid and remained determined to prove to everyone that she could succeed. We all could relate to her, and maybe some of you are on the verge to shelf the yummy donuts and about to open doors to customers! WOW! But… wait… just a sec… have you done your homework in a proper manner? Food Licenses? NOPE? … No! No! Let’s discuss it. In Pakistan or anywhere in the world, before you start up selling your services or products (be it ANY TYPE) it is imperative that you seek relevant licenses or permits from the government. These licenses may vary depending on the type of legal structure of your startup, the type of business or services you are in, and also your business’ location. Your lawyer may help you out in figuring out the right type of license or permit you require, but if you believe in DIY then I’d suggest you to make a thorough research before stepping in. Failing to obtain the right permits and licenses may put you in serious trouble. In some cases, you’ll be required to pay fines and penalties; however, the worst case scenarios can involve criminal penalties, seizure of assets, and shutting down your dream altogether! So let’s not put your dreams and endeavours at stake! GET THE LICENCES! #blawg #bookstagram #books #review #permits #legal #startup #business #teashop #novel #motivation #lawyer https://www.instagram.com/p/BxPGCdXhK4D/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=15mq6far9xn44

It is difficult to keep team moral up when a startup is going through a bad patch! However, this is the real test of leadership skills. Can you still keep team motivated to keep performing at their best is the greatest thing a leader can do! #startup #tough #motivation #keepgoing #business https://www.instagram.com/p/BxIaVYShySa/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=croaj33s6pe7

Our money plant grows; been mothering it for past two years! 😍 @abeera.1995 @yahya_butt @naeemsiddiq https://www.instagram.com/p/BwHPB4IpcRA5PFioT3Y98yUQayEks-tk-9kgi00/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=jugfabyt2tjl

Some cheesecake during agreement drafting... #cheesecake #cherryonthetop #lawyersofinstagram #lawyerlife #agreement #terms #cake #bite https://www.instagram.com/p/BwEDyRojD0j/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=7fk0a5bf884o

Create your reality! #smallbusiness #entrepreneurs #legaladvice #law #blawg #womeninbusiness #startup #jumpstart #entrepreneur #lawpreneur #iamalawyer #legalconsultant #business #lahorediaries #islamabadgram #motivationalquotes https://www.instagram.com/p/Bvyf4h7DTOS/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1gdcre51tpenb