Category: Inventing 101
Basics of a Licensing Deal
Posted by Inventors Digest | Nov 2, 2020 | Inventing 101
Doing the Legwork
Posted by Don Debelak | Sep 30, 2020 | Inventing 101
Going International
by Edith G. Tolchin | Aug 31, 2020 | Inventing 101
Whether you manufacture your product in another country, arrange for it to be shipped from one country to another, or ship raw materials or components that comprise your invention into a country that will assemble and/or manufacture your product, at one time or another you will employ the services of either a customs broker or a freight forwarder.
Read MoreYour Idea is Patented Elsewhere. Now What?
by Don Debelak | Jul 31, 2020 | Inventing 101
Inventors know the disappointment of coming up with what they think is a novel, profitable idea—only to learn it has been patented.
Read MoreBuilding a Distribution Strategy
by Don Debelak | May 18, 2020 | Inventing 101
Don’t overlook any of the 6 essential steps of building a distribution strategy and getting your innovative invention into retail stores.
Read MoreMaking Products Customer Driven
by Don Debelak | Mar 31, 2020 | Inventing 101
Inventors frequently create a product that satisfies their needs without considering what target customers want. Even if you have one feature they want, be sure you aren’t missing other features that customers also feel are essential.
Read MoreDon’t Forget the Press Release
by Don Debelak | Jan 28, 2020 | Inventing 101
Press releases are a great tool for inventors because editors may publish information about your product in a new product section that might be read by key industry people.
Read MoreGo, or No?
by Don Debelak | Dec 4, 2019 | Inventing 101
Trade shows can be expensive, so it is wise to do some homework ahead of time to ensure they are a good fit for your product. Along those lines, consider these seven steps before you decide.
Read More10 Criteria for a Winning Product
by Don Debelak | Oct 31, 2019 | Inventing 101
These 10 criteria can help you decide which product could be your ticket to major success. You don’t need to satisfy all 10, but the more you meet the better chance you will have.
Read MoreIdentifying the Right Target Market
by Don Debelak | Sep 29, 2019 | Inventing 101
Choose your target market carefully. There are many factors that determine the right target market, but two important ones are market size and pricing.
Read More3D Printing? Try the Library
by Don Debelak | Aug 30, 2019 | Inventing 101
Inventors have a significant advantage if they own the often-expensive equipment that allows them to make 3D models for their initial models or prototypes. But did you know that many libraries have added 3D printers that you can use?
Read MoreFind Contacts and Use Them Well
by Don Debelak | Apr 3, 2019 | Inventing 101
Steps to get in the door with your target companies.
It’s a great benefit to inventors when they find a supporter early, before making any formal sales calls.
Seniors’ Impact on Inventing Grows
by John Rau | Nov 6, 2018 | Inventing 101
Older innovators often have unique knowledge, foresight.
Within a couple of decades, older people are projected to outnumber children for the first time in U.S. history.
5 Inventor Traits To Eliminate Immediately
by Howie Busch | Oct 30, 2018 | Inventing 101, Resources
Most inventors are wonderful people, but I find that most, if not all, exhibit some traits that are holding them back from getting their products to market.
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