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  • Inventors- Don’t be the Learning Curve!

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    As an Inventor you will find everyone has an opinion on what you should do and how you should do it. But opinions are like belly buttons, everyone has one. Make sure you find quality advice from experienced professionals, don’t be the learning curve for anyone! Avoid Poor Advice- Always Ask About Someone’s Experience I…

  • Inventors Need To Make Good Business Decisions

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    Inventors Need to Make Good Business Decisions One of the most critical pieces of advice I can offer you in the process of getting an idea to market is to learn the right steps and make good business decisions. Don’t drink the Inventor Kool-Aid- in other words, don’t let delusions of grandeur shadow your grip…

  • Inventors: Don’t Drink the Kool-Aid

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    Inventors making good business decisions. Inventors too often jump from idea to fantasy land. You will need a stomach lining and a budget to get a new product to market. Focus on the right steps. Learn the inventor’s reality. My video can help: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=cm2C2H2Bpms You can also read The Inventor’s Galaxy Guide so that you…

  • Robert Patton: Keynote Speaker at CO Inventor Showcase

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    Coming Up With an Idea- An Inventor’s Journey Robert Patton is the inventor of the SHEATH brand of underwear.  He came up with the idea while serving on his second tour in Iraq. Bobby was on a mission and his gear was over bearing and his underwear was horrible. He was extremely uncomfortable when he…

  • Satellite Patent Office in Denver

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    What Do I Think of the Satellite Patent Office? I have been asked by many if I am excited about the new satellite Patent Office opening in Denver.  Yes, but not for the reason many would expect. Opening satellite offices in cities around the country won’t really change the process.  It will still cost the same…

  • The Reality of Crowdfunding

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    What is the Reality of Crowdfunding? I am frequently asked about crowdfunding as a way to finance a new product. The reality of crowdfunding is a very complicated topic and would take much more than a blog post to adequately explain.  It CAN be a useful tool, but like all things, there are conditions.  So…

  • The Professional Patent Search

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    Getting a Professional Patent Search Done Is getting a professional patent search done really necessary?  YES!  Not only is it necessary, it is critical! I have noticed over the last few months a local organization encouraging inventors to do their own patent searching rather than having a professional search done.  This group has also implied…

  • Performing Your Own Patent Search

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    Is Performing My Own Patent Search a Good Idea? Recently I saw a local inventor group suggesting that they could teach you about performing your own patent search.  And that somehow this skill would be sufficient enough to base the entire future of your invention on.  And that it would make a professional search no…

  • Hiring an Attorney as an Inventor: The Dos and Don’ts

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    Is an Attorney Necessary for Getting an Idea to Market I use attorneys all the time.  I work with attorneys and I am even married to an attorney.  I believe you will definitely need to use an attorney from time to time during the process of getting an idea to market. But… I want you…

  • The Importance of Realistic Time Frames

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    Delusions of Grandeur It’s hard as an inventor not to have dreams of great success.  Most inventors have moments of imaginary grandeur.  It’s fun to daydream and those dreams can help see you through the hard times.  But keeping a firm grasp on realistic time frames is important. Importance of Keeping a Firm Grasp on…

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