Feb 29, 2024
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode.
As an inventor, you reach an important milestone and then wonder, "What should I do next?"
Alan presents 3 examples of times in your business where you have a decision to make: what to do next?
In each case, it's helpful to take a step back and consider your action...
Feb 26, 2024
Alan interviews Lisa Lloyd.
From consulting for Fortune 100 companies to helping new inventors, Lisa Lloyd's invention career spans 30 years.
Today, she is helping a Korean company scout for new innovative products, while working on 4 new inventions of her own and mentoring other inventors.
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Feb 22, 2024
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode.
Can your product succeed - at a premium price?
Alan cites examples of 2 recent guests on the podcasts who answer "yes." Ember high-tech coffee mugs and Kara Pure water are 2 successful premium products.
With the right focus - your premium priced product can succeed also.
Be...
Feb 19, 2024
Alan interviews Charlie Cannon.
Charlie Cannon loved riding his skateboard down long hills but hated using his shoes as brakes.
So, he invented VibeRide - an innovative brake system for skateboards - providing a safe and enjoyable skateboarding experience.
Now skateboarders everywhere use VibeRide for a...
Feb 15, 2024
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode.
As an inventor, you must be willing to consider changes to commercialize your invention successfully.
But at the end of the day, you are the boss, and it is your product.
Sometimes you must be willing to say "no" and push back and not accept too many compromises.
Be sure to...