Contracts are often the last thing on a founder’s mind until something goes wrong. For startups and small businesses, a poorly drafted contract isn’t just an inconvenience; it can mean unpaid invoices, lost intellectual property, or a dispute that drains cash and time the business doesn’t have. Unlike large enterprises with in-house legal teams, most startups negotiate, sign, and manage contracts with minimal legal oversight. That makes it even more important to get the basics right from day one. Below are practical, actionable tips to help founders and small business owners draft contracts that actually protect them. 8 Contract Drafting…